Old Stone Fort Marks 250 Years of American Independence

Spectators look on at a reading of a letter from Thomas Jefferson to Henry Lee.

Militia atop the Old Stone Fort fire a salute during a flag switching ceremony where the Stars and Stripes was replaced with the Grand Union Flag.

The Declaration of Independence was read, along with a number of other revolutionary documents.

”I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!” – Patrick Henry

A Militia demonstration at Saturday, July 4’s day of living history, patriotic traditions, and family-friendly activities at the Old Stone Fort Museum in Schoharie.

The Stars and Stripes are hoisted up the flagpole at the Flag Raising Ceremony that opened The Old Stone Fort Museum’s July 4th presentation of “Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence.” Photos by Scott Keidong.