The Revolutionary Arsenal: A Kids Program
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250 years ago, rumors of revolution deeply divided the people of Schenectady. Fearing the coming conflict, common people gathered weapons and organized militia companies. This program discusses the grueling conditions of frontier combat. We’ll explore the arms and equipment available to people in Revolutionary Schenectady and demonstrate a live firing of a musket.
Admission is free for Family+ members of SCHS, otherwise $10 for kids 5 and over. Younger siblings are welcome at no charge, as are parents/caregivers.
Parents/caregivers must remain with their child for the duration of the program. This is not a drop-off event.
Our Kids Program series runs throughout 2026, generally on the second Saturday of the month:
- March 7: Mabee Maple Day
- April 11: The Revolutionary Arsenal
- May 9: Mabee Farm Planting Day
- June 13: Warp and Weft: Kids Loom Weaving
- July 10: Farm Kids Friday
- Aug. 7: Farm Kids Friday
- Sep. 12: Schenectady Spies
- Oct. 3: Apple Cider Day
- Nov. 14: Harvest’s End
- Dec. 12: A Very Mabee Christmas