Revolutionary Summer: Join the Continental Army
New-York Historical Society
70 Central Park West at 77th Street
New York NY
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Suggested Ages: All
Fall in with a company of Continental Army soldiers for the afternoon. Explore displays of 18th-century weaponry, learn military drills, and interact with all of the tools and equipment of a common soldier.
Stories in Stone: LGBTQ+ Memorials
Celebrate the history of LGBTQ+ people in New York. Learn about LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and then design and sculpt memorials in remembrance of these trailblazers. New York has a special place in LGBTQ+ history from Drag Balls to Stonewall to ACT UP. Think about the way a statue or a monument can help tell stories…
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Living History: Celebrate Juneteenth
Interact with historical interpreters and celebrate Juneteenth and honor the end of American chattel slavery on June 19, 1865. Learn all about the origins of the celebration, how it has changed over time, and the many local traditions connected with the holiday. Learn how to make a Juneteenth flag and how people set their Juneteenth…
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