Knox Trail Commemorations on 10–11 Jan.

The Sestercentennial commemorations of Col. Henry Knox’s mission to bring more heavy artillery to the siege lines around Boston will move from New York into Massachusetts this upcoming weekend.

There are both outdoor and indoor events in the works, with contingency plans for especially bad weather.

Saturday, 10 January, 10 to 11 A.M.
Massachusetts & New York State Line Commemoration
General Henry Knox Cannon Trail Marker, Route 71, Alford

Revolution 250, Saratoga 250, the Daughters of the American Revolution, many state and local officials, miltiia reenactors, and a Henry Knox interpreter will commemorate the Noble Train’s passage from New York into Massachusetts. A wreath-laying ceremony at the marker will conclude the joint observance. There is limited parking and access at this site, so members of the public are urged to attend one of the other events planned for the day. Link

Saturday, 10 January, 11:30 A.M. to 1 P.M.
The Knox Train of Artillery
Hillside Firehouse, Hillsdale, New York

The town will host costumed re-enactors from Fort Ticonderoga in an entertaining, educational program about how the train of artillery passed through North Hillsdale (then called Nobletown) in 1776. Free food and beverages. Link

Saturday, 10 January, 2 to 3 P.M.
250th Anniversary Commemoration of the Henry Knox Trail
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Great Barrington

Join Revolution 250, Boston Celebrations, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and citizens of the towns of Alford, North Egremont, Great Barrington, Monterey, Otis, Russell, Blandford, Sandisfield, and other towns for a commemoration of the epic 1776 trek through the Berkshires on the way to Boston. Link

Sunday, 11 January, 3:30 to 5 P.M.
Knox 250 – Blandford Cannon Salute & Bonfire Celebration
Blandford Fair Grounds

Hear a 30-minute account of Knox’s journey through Blandford told by a colorful cast of characters in their own words, including General Knox, locals, and citizen Solomon Brown, who stepped in with his oxen to help. A Revolutionary War guard will fire several cannon rounds. Free event, including refreshments.

Attendees can also go inside the Blanford Historical Society to see a slideshow of the 200th anniversary reenactment in 1976 and meet locals who participated. Check the society’s website for any changes due to weather. Link