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New York State 250 Commemoration Summit 2026
February 11, 2026 | New York State Museum's Huxley Theater
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The Office of Cultural Education is excited to invite you to the 2nd Annual Winter New York State 250 Commemoration Summit! Join us for updates and presentations from a wide variety of state officials, cultural, history and tourism entities and executives. This will be the first commemoration streamed live for those who cannot attend in person.
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| | | Fall 2025 Wednesday Webinar Recaps | | |
Thank you for joining us for the NYSTIA Wednesday Webinar Fall 2025 series! This year saw a 58% increase in signups compared to last year, indicating a growing interest in these free, educational morning sessions.
Below you'll find the links to the recaps for all past webinars of this series. Each recap includes a bullet-point summary, slide decks, and a video recording. All recaps
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⚖️ Advocacy Matters to You |
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U.S. Travel: According to a new U.S. Travel survey, Americans want immediate action to improve the air travel process. Congress can act now by returning billions of dollars from the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee—a charge added to every airline ticket meant to fund TSA operations and airport security improvements but largely diverted elsewhere—to update security technology and speed up screening.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued a new information collection request that would significantly expand the data required of Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) applicants. CBP is proposing to make social media a mandatory data element, requiring applicants “to provide their social media from the last five years,” along with additional details. U.S. Travel will submit comments that reflect the industry’s perspective
| | New Member Introduction: Julia Jornsay-Silverberg | |
Please welcome Julia Jornsay-Silverberg, founder of Bravery Beats LLC, to the NYSTIA Community! Julia is a social-media strategist, speaker, and coach who helps brands and individuals cut through the digital clutter by showing up authentically and with heart...
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| | | Governor Hochul Announces Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh as Director of New York State Canal Corporation | |
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the New York Power Authority has hired Benjamin R. Walsh as the next Director of the New York State Canal Corporation. Walsh has served as the Mayor of Syracuse since 2018 and moves to the Canal Corporation...
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| | | Make a New Year's Resolution that Matters: Take the Pledge to Protect | |
Start the year by protecting New York’s lands and waters from invasive species! Everyday activities like boating, hiking, or gardening can spread non-native plants and animals that harm ecosystems. Take simple steps: clean gear, plant native species, use local firewood, and become a Protector! Join the Pledge to Protect, created by the St. Lawrence–Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM), for tips, tools, and rewards.
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| | | Series of Events to Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery | |
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the 250th Knox Regional Commemoration are hosting events marking the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery in December 2025 and January 2026. In the winter...
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Take Off, New York Example Social Media Post
Holiday Season/New Year Special
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It's the most wonderful time of the year, and as we welcome the holidays and New Year, give yourself something extra to look forward to in 2026: days off! 🎄❄️
While you enjoy the last few weeks of this year, take some time to start scheduling your future vacations and turn those well-earned PTO days into mini-adventures, stress-free moments, and memories that last long after the decorations come down! #TakeOffNY #SammysSuitcase #UseYourPTO
Suggested Graphic: Download the easy-to-use poster template, add your destination logo and photo with a winter theme, and share with your network!
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First Day Hikes
Event | Statewide | January 1
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| | ROVA: The Magazine for Epic Road Trips | |
ROVA is a travel lifestyle magazine focused on road vacations, outdoor adventure and the RV traveler. Sign up for the April/May 2026 Program: "Celebrate America 250 Road Trips" destinations. This issue includes special ROVA content featuring:
- America 250 Iconic Summer Road Trips from America's History
- The Bird Call of the Wild
- Boozy Trails (includes Hudson County)
Learn More & Sign Up
| | | Online International Inbound Travel Professional Development Program | |
This special program, developed in partnership between International Inbound Travel Association (IITA) and Alon Tourism Solutions, is designed to help destinations, suppliers, and tourism professionals better understand how to work with inbound tourism operators and how international travel trade relationships can grow their business.
Learn More & Sign Up - NYSTIA members secure 30% off on any purchases through EOD on 12/31!
| | | Our Whole History Project Manager, Natural Heritage Trust (NHT) and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation | The Our Whole History Project Manager will provide overall project management for the Division of Historic Preservation (DHP) and agency-wide projects falling under the Our Whole History (OWH) initiative, specifically related to African American...Learn More & Apply | | | Senior Sales & Services Manager, Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & CVB | The Senior Sales & Services Manager plays a central role in positioning Warren County, Lake George, and the Southern Adirondacks as a premier destination for meetings, conferences, group events, and sports tourism. This role leads the proactive sales strategy for the LGRCVB, promotes partner facilities and community assets...Learn More & Apply | | | Thank you to our 2025 Partnership Community! | | | | |
WHAT WE DO:
We assist our members in advancing responsible, sustainable economic growth, local job creation, small business success and increased vitality in our destination communities by realizing the potential of New York State's tourism industry.
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