Force Without Distinction: Revolutionary America's Raid on Johnstown

In January of 1776, Revolutionary forces descended on Johnstown, disarming and arresting those accused of Loyalist sympathies. Some would remain under watchful parole. Others were brought to Albany, or sent out of the colony for imprisonment, far from home and family.

On Saturday, January 17th, join Johnson Hall for a recreation of this show of Revolutionary force. Learn about the weaponry seized from the Hall and the experiences of those deemed enemies of the Revolution. Featuring living history reenactment, hearth cooking demonstrations, and an opportunity to explore Johnson Hall against the backdrop of the tumultuous opening days of the year 1776.

FREE community event!

Schedule for the Day
-10:30am: Recreation of the Disarming and Arrests in Johnstown
-11:30am-2:30pm: Ongoing living-history interpretation

You may also like the following events from Johnson Hall State Historic Site:

• This month, 23rd January, 01:00 pm, Winter Tours at Johnson Hall in Johnstown