Herkimer Monument Rededication Ceremony
Herkimer Home is happy to invite you to a special event marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
Join us on June 28th as we welcome the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York as they rededicate General Herkimer’s monument alongside his historic gravesite.
The Herkimer monument was approved for construction by the Continental Congress shortly after his valiant efforts at the Battle of Oriskany in 1777, though it would remain just a thought until the 1880s when local residents of the Mohawk Valley pushed for its construction. Through their efforts and the efforts of many support groups such as the Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution, German heritage societies, and many others, Herkimer’s monument would finally be completed in 1896. In order to mark this occasion, the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New York and other special guests held a dedication ceremony to honor General Herkimer—who himself was a brother at Saint Patrick’s lodge during the 18th century—and his sacrifice in August of 1777. With the completion of this Masonic ceremony, the monument was officially complete and a permanent testament to Nicholas Herkimer’s legacy in the Mohawk Valley was set in stone for all time.
250 years of Independence
We are honored to welcome back the Grand Lodge as they mark 250 years of Independence by gathering here to rededicate this monument much like they did 130 years ago. The day’s activities will kick off at 12pm as we open our grounds to the public for open house mansion tours, militia drilling, children’s activities, quill writing, and more! At 2pm the rededication ceremony itself will begin, featuring the presentation of original transcripts of the 1896 ceremony, a brief history of Brother General Herkimer and the Saint Patrick’s Lodge, an 11 Gun salute marking a Brigadier General, and remarks from Herkimer Home staff.
Admission is free and all are welcome throughout the day, so don’t miss out on your chance to take a glimpse back in time as we honor our fallen hero once again. Be sure to check out our Facebook Page for more details and follow us to stay up to date with our other events, see you soon!
