Patriots Day Weekend launches Old Fort Niagara's reenactment season with a salute to veterans and patriotism on April 22 and 23. The weekend's family-friendly, educational and interactive activities will enlighten visitors about the Battles of Lexington and Concord that began April 19, 1775, and started the American Revolution. The programs are suitable for all ages and everything is included with regular admission to the fort.

Patriots Day Weekend will also honor all U.S. military service people, who will be admitted free with proper ID.

10 a.m.            Assemble – Reenactors will gather on the parade grounds

11 a.m.            Recruiting Demonstration – Children and adults can "enlist" as rebels or

loyalists

12 p.m.            Storytelling about the Battles of Lexington and Concord that started the

American Revolution

1 p.m.              Clothing Demonstration

2 p.m.              Saturday: Patriots Day Ceremony; and Musket Firing

2 p.m.              Sunday: Patriots Day Honors; and Musket Firing

Additionally, guided tours of Old Fort Niagara will be available both days.

The cost to attend these events is regular admission to the fort ($12/adult, $8/child ages 6-12, free/children 5 and under) and is free to members of Old Fort Niagara. Veterans and active military service people will be admitted free with proper ID.