Events:

May 28:  Memorial Day Remembrance

At noon the battlefield flags will be raised to full-mast and tributes will be paid to the soldiers of Hubbardton at the battle monument.    

Time: Noon

 June 9:  Go Fly a Kite 

Make a simple kite (materials and instructions provided) or bring your own. Then fly it in the wide open spaces of the site, celebrating our many freedoms won during the Revolution.  Alternate program inside if weather is inclement.  Free.  Small materials fee. 

Time:  1:00 -4:00 PM.

 June 10:  Some Exciting Stories of Vermont Pioneer Settlers

Vermont historian Miriam Herwig of Randolph will recount the tales of several early Vermont settlers and their families, including Jonathan Carpenter, a Revolutionary War soldier who kept a journal published by Herwig, and the Griswolds of Randolph, whose story is the basis for the acclaimed 2005 children’s book, Where the Great Hawk Flies, by Liza Ketchum.   Free

Time:  2:00 PM .

 July 7 and 8:  Battle of Hubbardton Revolutionary War Encampment   230^th anniversary…

Commemorate the 230^th anniversary of the only Revolutionary War battle fought in Vermont . Activities for the whole family.  Reenactors portray the soldiers who fought here.  Tactical military demonstrations, drilling lessons, guided camp and battlefield tours, courts martial, camp life activities, Mistress Davenport’s Schoolroom, and a history scavenger hunt.  Special music, shopping on sutler’s row, and on Saturday a guided candlelight camp tour at 7:00 PM , and a memorial service at 8:00 PM .  Battle reenactment Sunday morning, followed by symbolic relay to send news about the battle to the Old Constitution House in Windsor , Vt.   Food stand both days.  Call for details.     $5.00 for adults; free for children under 15

Time:  9:30 – 8:00 PM Saturday

8:00 -5:00 PM Sunday      

 July 25:  Star Light, Star Bright Star Night

This annual celestial show stars the constellations, planets, meteor showers, and satellites. Experienced stargazers will show you what to look for.  You bring telescopes, binoculars, blankets, and flashlights.  The marshmallows are on us.  Call ahead to make sure program is on.  If inclement weather, alternate date is August 1.    Free, donations appreciated. 

Time:  8:00 - 10:00 PM .     

August 18:  Afternoon of Family Fun:  Music and a Hike

The Seth Warner Mount Independence Fife & Drum Corps perform Revolutionary War favorites at 1:00.  Afterwards site interpreter Carl Fuller leads a battlefield hike, telling the story of 16-year old Ebenezer Fletcher, an American soldier wounded and captured at the Battle of Hubbardton.  

Time:  1:00 PM .

 September 11:  Day of Remembrance

The site will be open without charge for those who wish to contemplate or to honor past heroes.  Time:  9:30 – 5:30 PM .         Free.

 September 22:   Hike to Pittsford Ridge

Explore part of the evacuation route taken by the Americans after the Battle of Hubbardton on July 7, 17 77, on a hike led by site interpreter Carl Fuller.  Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water.  Vermont Archaeology Month program. 

Time:  2:00 – 5:00 PM .

 October 7:  Tenth Annual Mount Zion Hike

Hike up Mount Zion to enjoy the breathtaking views of the Hubbardton battlefield and the colors of autumn.  Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water.  Meet at the Visitor Center . 

Time:  2:00 – 5:00 PM .