The Revolutionary and Civil wars are more than just chapters in a history book this month.
On June 4 and 5, the New Utrecht Reformed Church hosts “Liberty Weekend,” two days of reenactments, cannon fire, film screenings and concerts.
On Saturday, there’ll be movies, lectures, Civil War re-enactors, exhibits, a rare tour of the colonial-era New Utrecht Cemetery, a performance by the Interschool Orchestras Symphonic Band, and even the firing of an authentic 1863 Civil War cannon.
Festivities on Sunday include a parade and raising of the New Utrecht Liberty Pole — just like they did it in the 1700s!
“Liberty Weekend” at New Utrecht Reformed Church [84th Street and 18th Avenue in Bensonhurst, (718) 256-7173], June 4 from 10 am-4 pm and June 5 at 12:30 pm. Free. For info, visit www.historicnewutrecht.org.
