Library Events
Is There a Patriot in Your Family Tree is a welcoming workshop led by members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution to help you explore your roots and see how your family's history conn
Westchester County Libraries Present: Stacy Schiff in conversation with Mary Calvi
The Myth of the Founding, and the Class Struggle for Democracy
This presentation is about how Thomas Paine shaped democracy in the United States and how the Constitution was created.
Could the American Revolution have ended at the King’s Bridge?
Ken Burns’ remarkable documentary on the American Revolution has dropped in time for the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the military events of 1776 in Brooklyn, Manhattan and points north.
Yonkers Public Library is pleased to offer programs, collections, and resources related to the American Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.
Blog Posts about the American Revolution
The Battle of Lexington and Concord
The Battle of Lexington and Concord occurred on April 19, 1775. This was the first battle of the American Revolution.
The Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was a deadly incident between British soldiers and American colonists.
The Battle of Cowpens
During the American Revolution in 1778, British high command maneuvered their forces to the American South to help British mercantilists prosper economically from goods and products created in this region.
Victory at Yorktown
October 19th is the 244th anniversary of the American victory at the Battle of Yorktown during the American Revolution.
The Battle of Saratoga
October 17 is the 248th anniversary of the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga.
