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A New S eason andNew Opportunities to Get Involved

 

Saturday, May 4, is "I Love My Park Day" at the site. If you or someone you know has a green thumb, we could use your help with a light gardening project beginning at 10:00 AM. A special bonus project will begin afterward to repair the Tory Fort. Snacks and a free t-shirt will be provided! Registration is still open.

If you would like to volunteer regularly at the battlefield, we are always in need of part time docents. Anyone who is interested can e-mail David Pitlyk.

Finally, anyone wishing to join the Friends of the Bennington Battlefield can find information about how to do so at their website.

Upcoming Events


  • May 4, 10:00 AM: The annual I Love My Park Day volunteer event will be held near the lower parking area on the hilltop.

  • May 9, 4:00 PM: The Friends of the Bennington Battlefield will meet at the Barnett House, 30 Caretakers Road, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090.

  • May 11, 1:00 PM: Walking Tour- Visitors will be lead through the three main locations patriots assaulted during the first engagement of the battle. A mix of driving and walking is required.The group will meet under the hilltop flagpole.

  • May 17, 5:30 PM: Dining with Warner & Wasmus Cooking Demonstration- See how a meal shared by the victors and vanquished of the battle may have been prepared. The demonstration will be held near the upper parking area on the hilltop. *Please note that no food will be served to the public.*

  •  May 25, 1:00 PM: Battle Loop Hike- Visitors may join a guided hike over approximately 1 mile of trail at the battlefield. The group will meet under the hilltop flagpole.

  • May 29, 6:00 PM: Book Discussion- For our next selection, we will be reading The First Salute By Barbara W. Tuchman. The group will meet at the Walloomsac Taproom, 50 Factory Hill Rd, North Hoosick, NY 12133.