As the nation prepares for the Semiquincentennial (250th Anniversary) of the American Revolution, the Saratoga region — home to one of the war’s most decisive victories — will once again take center stage.
The 4th Annual Turning Point Symposium and Guided “Sled Tracks of Henry Knox” Tour offer an opportunity to explore Revolutionary War history in the place where history was made.
This two-day event, hosted by Saratoga 250, features historians, exhibits, and a guided tour retracing Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery. Attendees can gain fresh insights into the pivotal role the Saratoga region played in shaping America’s fight for independence.
4th Annual Turning Point Symposium
The Turning Point Symposium will be held May 3, 2025 at the Old Saratoga American Legion Post on Clancy Street in Schuylerville, NY from 8:15 am until 3:30 pm. The cost is $89 per person (ticket purchase required) and includes a continental breakfast, beverages, snacks, and buffet deli lunch.
The following presentations are planned:
Dr. Phillip Hamilton – “Washington’s Artillerist: Henry Knox Commands the Continental Guns”
Matthew Keagle – “My Dinner with Andre? Henry Knox Arrives at Fort George on Lake George”
Dr. Bruce M. Venter – “Irascible Ethan Allen: He Cared Little About Ticonderoga’s Guns”
Michele Gabrielson – “American Calliope: The Writings of Mercy Otis Warren and Her Friendship with Henry Knox”
Dr. Mark Edward Lender – “The Woman at the Gun Reconsidered: Molly Pitcher’s Legendary Performance at Monmouth”
A live display of an authentic replica Revolutionary War artillery piece by the 2nd Continental Artillery will also be on hand along with interactive exhibits, book signings, and augmented reality demonstrations.
Tracks of Henry Knox Tour
A guided “Sled Tracks of Henry Knox” tour will take place on May 4, 2025. The bus departs from Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville at 10 for a four-hour tour that follows in the footsteps of Henry Knox.
Led by Dr. Phillip Hamilton, this tour retraces the route of Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery, a daring winter mission that delivered captured British cannons from Crown Point and Fort Ticonderoga to General George Washington during the Siege of Boston.
This tour will help bring to life the struggles and triumphs of the men who transported these heavy guns across snow-covered terrain, shaping the early success of the Revolution. The cost is $75 per person (ticket purchase required) and includes a box lunch.
The Turning Point Symposium & Knox Trail Tour are part of Saratoga 250’s mission to educate, commemorate, and engage the public in the legacy of the American Revolution. These events highlight Schuylerville’s vital role in America’s fight for independence, ensuring that history is not only remembered but experienced.
With the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery in December 2025 – March 2026, this year’s events are a must-attend for history enthusiasts, educators, and those passionate about America’s founding story.
Tickets and more information can be found online here.
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