In honor of our nation’s founding, Adelphi offers students, faculty, staff and the community a unique opportunity to learn, engage with events and become involved in this truly historic year.
Throughout this 250th anniversary year, celebratory events will take place around Long Island and New York state to celebrate our nation’s founding. At nearby Jones Beach over Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekends, you can experience drone shows, historic reenactments, Revolutionary War encampments and period music.
At many historic sites and state parks, a New York state initiative, Revisit the Revolution, will bring the story of the American Revolution to life. Other local events include:
- Suffolk 250 Events (Countywide): Ongoing events include Revolutionary War reenactments, lectures, Tri-Spy walking tours and the Drowned Meadow Cottage Museum.
- Nassau County Museum of Art: Presents “250 Years of Art on Long Island,” exploring the region’s artistic legacy from the Revolutionary era to the present
Many sites are part of the Washington Spy Trail, highlighting the Culper Spy Ring, which includes spots like Setauket and Port Jefferson.
1896 Meets 1776
With a proud legacy spanning over a century, Adelphi is honored to commemorate our country’s founding, more than a century before its founding year. 1896 Meets 1776 events will be held throughout the year, including:
- Broadway Sings America 1776–2026 at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, May 16