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Sat 20 Sep
Harvest Faire
Saturday, September 20, 2025 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
An old-fashioned agricultural fair, highlighting many aspects of the harvest season in the colonial era Hudson River Valley. Historical reenactors, 17th & 18th century music, Native American Performance, African storytelling, and a variety of demonstrations will be available, along with games and activities. The museum will be available for Open House (self-guided) tours. Food truck on site all day. This event is free to the public.
Registration: Not required
Sat 18 Oct
Haunted Tales from the Crow’s Wood
Saturday, October 18, 2025 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
Do you believe in ghosts? The people of colonial Greenbush did! Join us around the campfire on the grounds of Crailo for an evening of haunted tales, spectres, and portents of doom! Bring lawn chairs & dress for the outdoors. Program appropriate for ages 12 & above. Younger siblings and the faint of heart are invited to paint spooky pumpkins. Mulled cider & donuts. Reservations required by 10/16.
Registration: Not required
Fri 31 Oct
Final day for 2025 Season
Friday, October 31, 2025 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
Guided tours of the museum are available by advance appointment only, November—May 2026. For special events and programs happening during the winter months, please visit parks.ny.gov or follow us on social media.
Registration: Not required
Sat 01 Nov
Friends of Fort Crailo Annual Meeting
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Crailo State Historic Site
General business meeting will be held at the Rensselaer Public Library. Election and installation of officers will be followed by a presentation and reception. For complete information and program details, please check back on Crailo and the FOFC's social media.
Registration: Not required
Sat 06 Dec
ST. Nicholas Day
Saturday, December 6, 2025 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
This medieval saint's day was brought by the Dutch colonists to the Hudson River Valley and traditionally celebrated on December 6th. Festivities will include 17th & 18th century traditional treats, hearth baking, live music, Open House (self-guided) tours of the museum, crafts & activities, and of course—a visit from St. Nicholas (we hope you've been good this year!).  Free to the public.
Registration: Not required
Sat 03 Jan
Twelfth Night!
Saturday, January 3, 2026 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
A special evening of merriment highlighting Crailo's role in American Revolution history! Join us as we celebrate Henry Knox's late 1775/1776 journey transporting artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston, after which we'll revel in the holiday traditions of the past with live music, traditional fare, bonfire and more! Venture across the river where the Knox story and celebration continues at Schuyler Mansion! Combo Admission: $8.00 Adults / $7.00 Seniors & Students / $2.00 Children Single-Site Admission: $6.00 Adults / $5.00 Seniors & Students / $1.00 Children Snow date: Sunday, 1/4, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Registration: Not required