Independence Day exhibit at the Capitol

posted Jul 3, 2012 at 5:05 PM

If you're around the ESP for the fireworks and whatnot on the Fourth of July, you might want to stop into the Capitol for a new exhibit of artifacts highlighting New York's role in the revolution. Among the items now on display: a large, 1813 portrait of George Washington, GW's ceremonial sword, a Revolutionary War soldier's kit, and Benedict Arnold treason papers. The Capitol will be open from 2-8 pm on Wednesday -- and the exhibit will be on display through July.

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