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REV FEST 250: Celebrating America's History Through Reenactments

9/19/2025

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The U.S. will mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, with New York hosting significant events.
Westchester County's REV FEST 250 at Croton Point Park on September 27-28 will explore diverse perspectives of the American Revolution.
The festival features reenactments, music, and interactive demonstrations with over 50 historical reenactors.
Key figures include Benedict Arnold, Deborah Sampson, and Peggy Shippen.
The event aims to educate attendees on the Revolutionary War's complex history and its local impact while boosting tourism.

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Story summary

The U.S. will mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, with New York hosting significant events.
Westchester County's REV FEST 250 at Croton Point Park on September 27-28 will explore diverse perspectives of the American Revolution.
The festival features reenactments, music, and interactive demonstrations with over 50 historical reenactors.
Key figures include Benedict Arnold, Deborah Sampson, and Peggy Shippen.
The event aims to educate attendees on the Revolutionary War's complex history and its local impact while boosting tourism.