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Johnson Hall will host an encampment and re-creation of the 1781 Battle of Johnstown, considered the final battle of the American Revolution.
10 am - 4 pm, Saturday will feature an open house at Johnson Hall, "Beyond the Mansion" walking tours of the site’s grounds, musket and artillery demonstrations, and battle-related interpretations at Drumm House, Johnstown Jail, Old Courthouse and Burke's Tavern.
Sunday there will be an open house at Johnson Hall (11 am - 1 pm & 3:30-5 pm) as well as memorial services held 12 noon at the colonial cemetery and Sir William Johnson’s grave. At 1:30 pm The Battle of Johnstown will commence through the streets of Johnstown, culminating on the battlefield site on Johnson Ave.
NOTE: Regular guided tours of the historic house and “Beyond the Mansion” grounds tours will not be offered on Sunday.
Supported by The Burning of the Valleys Military Association, The Brigade of the American Revolution,The Northern Brigade, The Friends of Johnson Hall and the City of Johnstown.
Event parking is at Johnstown High School. Shuttles available.
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