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Get outside, make a difference, and celebrate your hometown history! National Historic Marker Weekend 2026 takes place Friday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26!This free, family-friendly volunteer event invites neighbors, friends, and families nationwide to clean and care for historical markers in their communities. With this year’s theme, “Your Hometown,” it’s a fun way to learn local history, give back, and spend time with the people around you. What makes your hometown history…
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The NYS 250th Commemoration Field Guide (PDF)
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