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This Saturday, October 10th!
FOLIAGE & FURRY FRIENDS FALL #PET FESTIVAL!

Sniffing Out the Past ScavengerHunt:
Pets have been a part of Mt. McGregor for over 150 years. Learn more about them on our special pet-themed scavenger hunt. #Pets are encouraged to try to "sniff out" the locations with the assistance of their best friends, of course. A special treat will be waiting at each stop.

Furry Photo Booth:
Take a fun and memorable photo with your favorite companion with history-related props. Don't forget to tag @grantcottage or /grantcottage !📸

Agility at Altitude:
Enjoy the challenge of an agility obstacle course with a great view at the top of the mountain.

Grounds Tours:
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Learn more about the history of Mt. McGregor as you stroll the historic site grounds with a guide. There is also a free, self-guided audio tour of the grounds for you to enjoy at your leisure.

The President's Pets- A Living History Presentation:
1:00 PM
Join #UlyssesSGrant (portrayed by Ben Kemp) as he shares his deep connection to animals and the important role they played in his life. President Grant will share amusing incidents and important lessons tied to his pets.
🐾🍂🦮🐹🐈🐇🦎🐁🐩🐕‍🦺
FIRST 60 PETS RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY FALL-THEMED BANDANA!
#saratogasprings by @grantcottage

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8 days ago

Foliage & Furry Friends Fall #Pet Festival
Saturday, October 10th!🐾🍂

Join us for a day full of celebrating our best friends and animal lovers everywhere.
Bring your pets (leashes required) to enjoy a crisp #autumn day filled with history.🐕‍🦺

FIRST 60 PETS RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY FALL-THEMED BANDANA!🦮

Sniffing Out the Past Scavenger Hunt:
Pets have been a part of Mt. McGregor for over 150 years. Learn more about them on our special pet-themed scavenger hunt. Pets are encouraged to try to "sniff out" the locations with the assistance of their best friends, of course. A special treat will be waiting at each stop.🐕

Furry Photo Booth:
Take a fun and memorable photo with your favorite companion with history-related props. Don't forget to tag @grantcottage or /grantcottage !📸

Agility at Altitude:
Enjoy the challenge of an agility obstacle course with a great view at the top of the mountain.🐩

Grounds Tours:
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Learn more about the #history of Mt. McGregor as you stroll the historic site grounds with a guide. There is also a free, self-guided audio tour of the grounds for you to enjoy at your leisure.🌄

The President's Pets- A Living History Presentation:
1:00 PM
Join #UlyssesSGrant (portrayed by Ben Kemp) as he shares his deep connection to animals and the important role they played in his life. President Grant will share amusing incidents and important lessons tied to his #pets. by @grantcottage

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8 days ago

Civil War Encampment weekend continues!
Join us today for music🎶, a firing demo💥, living history programs🎩, and more.
🎟Free and open to the public, don't miss this unique opportunity to enjoy the beautiful fall weather and maybe #learnsomethingnew.
🌄🏕🇺🇸
#SaratogaSprings #history
#civilwarhistory #UlyssesSGrant by @grantcottage

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13 days ago

The sun has risen upon camp!🏕🌄🇺🇸
Join us for Civil War Encampment weekend at Grant Cottage in Wilton, NY. Visit our website or Facebook page for a full schedule of events, including music, artillery demos, and presentations. #SaratogaSprings #weekendplans #civilwarhistory #civilwarreenactment #UpstateNY by @grantcottage

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14 days ago

Saturday 10/3 @ 1pm - Don't miss our #Literary #Landmark Author Series Program Ulysses’s Odyssey: Ulysses S. Grant’s World Tour at the Dawn of American Empire with author and presidential historian @louis.picone 📚🇺🇸
#UlyssesSGrant #History #SaratogaSprings by @grantcottage

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16 days ago

What a line-up! Join us this Saturday and Sunday for Civil War Encampment weekend at Grant Cottage. Free and open to the public, 10/3 &10/4 ONLY! Visit our website for more information. 🎆🇺🇸🕊#civilwarhistory #reenacting #SaratogaSprings #UlyssesSGrant #weekendplans by @grantcottage

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17 days ago

TODAY 9/27 - Historical Encounters Tours are the perfect was to spend this rainy day. An exclusive Specialty Tour available throughout this afternoon ONLY! 🎟 Tickets still available.
🤓Who can name each of these individuals from Mt. McGregor's past?
#SundayFunday #rainydayactivities #SaratogaSprings #history #UlyssesSGrant by @grantcottage

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20 days ago

TOMORROW AT SUNRISE! Who's joining us?
Go to www.grantcottage.org/events for more information.🧘‍♀️🕉🧘‍♂️
#yoga #yogi #sunriseyoga #saratogasprings #riseandshine by @grantcottage

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25 days ago

We can't get enough of this view! Visit us this weekend and enjoy the stunning Overlook, take a Tour of #UlyssesSGrant's final home, view original artifacts, and more. 🌄🇺🇸
#SaratogaSprings #iloveny #learnsomethingnew #thingstodo by @grantcottage

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a month ago

🌿🦌Our first guests of the day enjoyed a snack during their visit. Come to Grant Cottage this season to #learnmore about #UlyssesSGrant while enjoying the #scenic site grounds.
🍽Maybe pack a picnic of your own, too?
#history #thingstodo by @grantcottage

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a month ago

Don't miss the #LaborDay #BookSale !
We're open today AND Monday. Come pay us a visit, peruse the gift shop, and enjoy the beautiful weather and views. 📚📖🤓🌄
#history #labordayweekend #booklover by @grantcottage

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a month ago

🌄 It's a beautiful #weekend to enjoy this #historic view at Grant Cottage near #SaratogaSprings.
📢 OPEN ON LABOR DAY!
Enjoy the Visitor Center and Site Grounds free of charge. Cottage Tours are available all day long for a small fee (#veterans are FREE).🎩🇺🇸#labordayweekend by @grantcottage

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a month ago