Lorenzo State Historic Site

06/03/2026

🪷Have you bought your tickets yet for this year's Friends of Lorenzo Garden Gala? No? No worries, there is still time. The weather is also looking PERFECT for the Gala!🪷

You are cordially invited to the 2026 Friends of Lorenzo Annual Garden Gala at Lorenzo State Historic Site. The Garden Gala will be catered by the Lincklaen House, music will be provided by the Cazenovia High School String Quartet. The Gala will be held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, the gala will be held inside Lorenzo mansion. Cocktail attire for this event.
Ticket prices are as follows:
Friends of Lorenzo Members $50
Non-members $60
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To purchase tickets to this year's gala:
Send a check payable to
Friends of Lorenzo
Garden Gala
P.O. Box 4
Cazenovia, New York 13035
Please indicate the number of guests in memo line of check

or​
Purchase online at

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-friends-of-lorenzo-garden-gala🪷

06/03/2026

Tomorrow our next speaker, Dr. Jane E. Calvert, will give her presentation "John Dickinson and the Creation of American Independence" as part of Revisit the Revolution: Lorenzo's America 250th Speaker Series.

In commemoration of America’s 250th Anniversary Lorenzo State Historic Site is sponsoring a free Speaker Series featuring highly regarded historians, archaeologists, and authors specializing in the Revolutionary War era.

We hope that you will join us at to welcome Dr. Jane E. Calvert on June 4, 2026, at 5:00pm for her presentation on the man known as the "Penman of the Revolution". If Americans today know anything about John Dickinson, it is only that he refused vote on or sign the Declaration of Independence. Because of his decision—but without understanding it—historians have felt justified in excluding Dickinson from the story of the American Founding. This presentation will discuss how Dickinson’s work enabled those now-better known figures—John Adams, Thomas Paine, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington—to follow the path he forged for them.

This event is free admission and open to the public. Doors open at 5:00 PM and opening remarks will begin at 5:20 PM. Free charcuterie will be available for our guests attending, and there will be a cash bar available as well.

06/03/2026

Be sure to head over to the New Woodstock Public Library and check out the “Together in Full Color” art exhibit!

06/03/2026

We cannot wait to host the 6th Annual Cazenovia Pride Fest here at Lorenzo on Saturday, June 27th! But here is their full event line-up if you cannot wait until then 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

✨ June is HERE, and Cazenovia Pride has a whole month of events to celebrate with you! Here's what's coming up — mark your calendars and bring your whole self. 🌈

📖 Drag Story Hour | June 7
Storytime just got a whole lot more fabulous! Join us for Drag Story Hour — stories, rock painting, and all the joy you can handle. Can't make it in person? Tune in virtually at 6:30 PM. Everyone is welcome, always. 📍 H. Grey Syracuse, 217 S Salina St, Syracuse | 12:00 PM live · 6:30 PM virtual

🎬 To Wong Foo Showing | June 18
Grab your besties and come watch a certified cult classic! We're screening To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar — expect laughs, iconic moments, and all the Anita energy. Doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7:00 PM. 📍 Manlius Cinema, 135 E Seneca St, Manlius

🪩 Caz Pride Kick-Off | June 26
Pride Fest weekend starts HERE! Come hang with the Caz Pride board, dance to a live DJ, and sip something good as we kick off the celebration. A chill, feel-good night to meet your community before the big day. 📍 Madison County Distillery, 2412 Rt 20, Cazenovia | 6:00 PM

🌈 Cazenovia Pride Fest | June 27
THE day is here! Cazenovia Pride Fest is back — music, community, and all the vibes at one of the most beautiful settings around. Parade steps off at 2:30 PM, from behind Caz Public Library. Pride Fest begins at 3:00 PM. Come as you are. Bring everyone you love. 📍 Lorenzo State Historic Site, 17 Rippleton Rd, Cazenovia

🕯️ LGBTQIA+ Vigil | June 28
We close out Pride weekend by holding space for those we've lost. Our annual LGBTQIA+ Vigil is a time for remembrance, love, and community — with speakers who remind us why this work matters and why we keep showing up for each other. All are welcome to gather, grieve, and honor together. 📍 Former Cazenovia College Campus, 22 Sullivan St, Cazenovia | 4:00 PM

🔗 More info at www.cazpride.org

06/01/2026

Happy First Day of Pride Everyone!

05/26/2026

Open Saturday and Sunday June 6 to October 25 12:00-4:00pm Smithfield Community Center ​ 5255 Pleasant Valley Rd ​Peterboro, NY 13134

05/23/2026

Do not forget to mark your calendars for our next distinguished speaker!

In commemoration of America’s 250th Anniversary Lorenzo State Historic Site is sponsoring a free Speaker Series featuring highly regarded historians, archaeologists, and authors specializing in the Revolutionary War era.

Lorenzo is thrilled to bring this distinguished group of scholars to Cazenovia. The goal of the series is to foster awareness and dialog around the people, places, and events that helped bring about a new nation 250 years ago and the continuing struggle to achieve the ideals of the American Revolution.

Please join us Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 5PM as we welcome Dr. Jane E. Calvert for her presentation “John Dickinson and the Creation of American Independence”. If Americans today know anything about John Dickinson, it is only that he refused vote on or sign the Declaration of Independence. Because of his decision—but without understanding it—historians have felt justified in excluding Dickinson from the story of the American Founding. This presentation will discuss how Dickinson’s work enabled those now-better known figures—John Adams, Thomas Paine, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington—to follow the path he forged for them.

The series will be hosted at Meier’s Creek Cazenovia Farm Brewery on the first Thursday of the month from May through November. It’s made possible by funding from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and the partnership and support of the Friends of Lorenzo and Meier’s Creek Brewing Company.

Admission is free.