Upcoming Programs & Commemorations
The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center regularly hosts a variety of meaningful programs that honor our military heritage and educate the community as well as serve as a venue for community partners. Our events include Veterans Day commemorations, exhibit openings featuring historical artifacts and displays, anniversary observances of significant military milestones, and educational talks by historians and veterans. We also organize special ceremonies, historical reenactments, and community gatherings that bring together veterans, families, and history enthusiasts to preserve and share the stories of New York's military legacy.
Upcoming Programs & Commemorations
VBC Jamboree
The VBC Jamboree is just around the corner and as a past participant, we wanted to be sure you were updated on this year's event.
Don't miss out on this fun event to support Veterans on Thursday, June 18th at VFW Post 420 in Saratoga Springs!
There are three fun ways to participate:
Play Cornhole - Assemble your dream team, whether it’s with your company or your pals, and battle it out for cornhole glory. All cornhole participants get BBQ and entertainment included with registration. Please pre-register to play online. Cornhole starts at 3 p.m.
Buy Delicious BBQ- Not into competition? Then just join the fun and leave the workday behind with BBQ from Dizzy Chicken and live music by J Yager from 4:30-6 p.m. Purchase a BBQ dinner for yourself and your family or friends and enjoy the evening with some great music and good food. Even if you can't stay, you can get it to go to support the cause. Pre-purchase your tickets online.
Enjoy FREE Live Music - Live music is open to all who support Veterans from 4:30 - 6 p.m. Please consider supporting our on-site raffles if you're able to help the cause. A cash bar is available from the VFW.
You can purchase BBQ tickets and sign up for cornhole teams at this link:
Types of Events We Host
The New York State Military Museum regularly hosts a variety of meaningful programs that honor our military heritage and educate the community. Our events include Veterans Day commemorations, exhibit openings featuring historical artifacts and displays, anniversary observances of significant military milestones, and educational talks by historians and veterans. We also organize special ceremonies, historical reenactments, and community gatherings that bring together veterans, families, and history enthusiasts to preserve and share the stories of New York's military legacy.