Historic Programs


Celebrate America's 250th
Celebrate America's 250th

Join us for these presentations in celebration of America's 250th! All programs are subject to change. Some programs are presented by the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library and the Town of Clifton Park. For more information and registration, please visit the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library website: Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library

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Loyalists in New York State 09/08/2026
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CPH Public Library 0/0
The Spirit of Service: The American Revolution 09/22/2026
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Bicentennial Fever: How American Sold the Revoltuion in '76 10/14/2026
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CPH Public Library 0/0
Tour of Jonesville Cemetry 10/16/2026
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Jonesville Cemetery, Longkill Road 0/0
Remember the Dearly Departed 10/16/2026
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Historic Grooms Tavern 0/0
Benedict Arnold 11/10/2026
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First Fridays at Historic Grooms Tavern
First Fridays at Historic Grooms Tavern
Check out these free, family friendly presentations at Historic Grooms Tavern!

The Tavern is located at the corners of Grooms and Sugar Hill Roads in Clifton Park (290 Sugar Hill Road). Parking is off of Grooms Road to the rear. Please enter the building from the back entrance. Presentations typically run 1-2 hours, and all have a chance to explore the Historic Tavern afterward. All programs are free, require NO registration, and are open to the public.
Questions? Contact Parks and Recreation Department at 518-371-6667 or email parksrec@cliftonpark.org.

*No registration required*
Session Session Dates Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Tri-City Paranormal Society 10/02/2026 Historic Grooms Tavern 0/0
New York Bigfoot Society 11/06/2026 Historic Grooms Tavern 0/0
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission

The Town of Clifton Park, together with the Historic Preservation Commission, is committed to protecting and preserving the Town’s history. The Clifton Park Historic Preservation Commission is a volunteer body appointed by the Town Board with the purpose of preserving and enhancing Clifton Park’s historic resources. They provide technical assistance to owners of historic properties, advise the Town Board and Planning Board on matters of preservation and educate the residents of Clifton Park on the treasures of their heritage. The Commission meets at Historic Grooms Tavern at 7:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. Town residents interested in serving on the Commission can contact us at parksrec@cliftonpark.org.