Many a constitution has been burned in human history, but very few towns have had the honor of being burned simply because they were the place a constitution was adopted. Kingston, New York earned that distinction when British troops burned it down in October 1777 following the passage of New York State’s constitution there in April of that year.
This Saturday, April 20, the Senate House state historic site at the edge of the Kingston stockade at 296 Fair Street will mark the 247th anniversary of the adoption of the foundational document that had such incendiary consequences. See the room where it was passed.
A few events will mark the occasion.
The facility will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There’s an entry fee of seven dollars for adults, seniors for five dollars.
Information is available at SenateHouseSHS@park or call 845-338-2786.
Join the family! 
