Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was one of the most remarkable civil rights leaders in history. MLK Saratoga, a volunteer-run, nonprofit organization dedicated to antiracism and honoring Dr. King’s vision of peace and justice for all, produces a four-day Dr. King Celebration Weekend (DKCW) every year…
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Saratoga County is steeped in Revolutionary War history, and this December offers a rare chance to experience it firsthand. As part of the multi-year Saratoga 250 commemoration, the region will honor the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox’s incredible 1775 “Noble Train of Artillery”—a daring winter…
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Written by Lauren Roberts, Saratoga County Historian & Chair Saratoga 250 th Commission When it comes to tracing the footsteps of history, few places rival Saratoga County, NY. With excitement building in the leadup to our nation’s 250 th birthday, a journey through this area’s revolutionary past will…
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Explore Saratoga’s living legacy, where rolling fields, cannon echoes, and untold stories bring America’s pivotal Revolutionary War triumph to life for today’s heritage travelers. “ It recounts the two stages of the battle of Saratoga (Sept. 19 and Oct. 7, 1777), arguably this nation’s most important…
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Fifteen Hall of Fame horses have won both the “Test of the Champion” and the “Midsummer Derby” As the third and defining jewel in the American Triple Crown series, the Belmont Stakes has long been known as the “Test of the Champion,” one of the premier thoroughbred races in the world. Traditionally…
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Written by Kristi Carrara When I accepted the invitation to travel to Croatia and Italy, I was thrilled by the prospect of exploring historic cities and soaking up the art and architecture of these European gems. Little did I know that the true highlight of my trip would be the thermal waters, an…
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By Charlie Kuenzel Ghost stories and discussions of paranormal activity are not just for the Halloween season. These haunting activities are an integral part of the fabric of Saratoga Springs throughout the year! As a destination, Saratoga Springs is a wonderful, fun-filled location for visitors any…
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There are many stories regarding the invention of the potato chip. Three of the most popular legends…
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With the changing of the seasons, the brilliant foliage, and Halloween upon us, this seemed an…
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The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, in partnership with the Saratoga Springs Public…
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