Crown v. John Peter Zenger, 1735: Trial Re-enactment & Panel Discussion – Syracuse
October 7 @ 4:30 am - 6:00 pm
Crown v. John Peter Zenger (1735)
The U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Northern District of New York Present a Trial Re-enactment
Followed by a Panel Discussion on Freedom of the Press
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 4:30 pm
James M. Hanley Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse
Ceremonial Courtroom – 3rd Floor
100 Clinton Street, Syracuse
Crown v. John Peter Zenger (1735) You are invited to a free, public reenactment for all ages of the historic 1735 John Peter Zenger trial. The event will take place at the Federal Courthouse and feature live actors, period costumes and an interactive look at freedom of the press. Watch local students and community members play judges, lawyers, witnesses and jurors as you learn how one printer changed free speech forever. An expert panel discussion on Freedom of the Press and reception will follow. No RSVP is required. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend!
