The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation will host an online Zoom presentation, “Saratoga’s Role in the American Revolution,” by Saratoga County Historian Lauren Roberts this Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 7 pm.
Roberts will share an overview about Saratoga County‘s pivotal role in the American Revolution, the creation of the Saratoga250 Commission, and upcoming plans for the 250th Anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga.
In addition, she will discuss her involvement in the upcoming PBS television series “Travels with Darley – Revolutionary Road Trips” as well as her recent participation on a panel at the Smithsonian Institute highlighting Saratoga County’s rich history.
Lauren Roberts has been the Saratoga County Historian since 2009. She earned her B.A. in American Studies and Anthropology from Skidmore College and her M.A. in Public History from the University of Albany. She currently serves as the Saratoga250 Commission Chair.
This virtual program will take place on Zoom for a suggested donation of $10 or more.
For additional information or to register for the virtual program visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call (518) 587-5030.
Everyone who pre-registers for this program will be emailed a Zoom link in advance and will receive a link to the recording.
New York Almanack has been following New York State’s celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution here.
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