The Frederic Remington Art Museum has announced the launch of the Remington Legacy Festival, a bold new cultural event set to take place August 21–24, 2025, in Ogdensburg, New York. This multi-day festival marks a vibrant new chapter for the museum, celebrating the life, legacy, and evolving relevance of iconic American artist Frederic Remington.
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The Remington Legacy Festival brings together beloved annual traditions—like the Museum’s longstanding Gala and Golf Tournament—while introducing exciting new experiences including a community-wide Family Day and a Western-style Horse Show, presented in partnership with the St. Lawrence Valley Horse Association. It’s a dynamic blend of art, history, and celebration designed to engage audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
“The Remington Legacy Festival is more than an event—it’s a statement,” said Maggie McKenna, Executive Director of the Museum. “It’s about reintroducing Remington’s legacy to a wider audience, celebrating Northern New York’s cultural richness, and creating meaningful access to the arts.”
Festival Highlights:
- Thursday, August 21: The Remington Legacy Celebration Dinner & Live Auction – Held at the Eben Holden Conference Center, St. Lawrence University
- Friday, August 22: The Frederic Remington Art Museum’s 20th Annual Golf Tournament held at the St. Lawrence University Golf Course at the Best Western University Inn
- Saturday, August 23: Family Day at the Museum – Activities, petting zoo, tours, and more!
- Sunday, August 24: Horse Show in partnership with the St. Lawrence Valley Horse Association – Held at the St. Lawrence Valley Horse Association arena in Ogdensburg, NY
Proceeds from the festival directly support the educational mission of the Frederic Remington Art Museum, helping expand access to exhibitions and programs for learners of all ages. The event also serves as a platform to relaunch the museum’s role as a nationally significant cultural institution—one that preserves and interprets Remington’s work while inviting new voices and dialogue around the art of the American West.
For more information, please visit www.fredericremington.org.
