Elderberry Syrup & Fire Cider Class
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesLearn to make Elderberry Syrup and Fire Cider!These two great items are a must for cold and Flu season - anti viral, anti bacterial, anti fungal, and they taste great! In this class, we will make both remedies, taste goodies made from both, and go home with a jar of both Fire Cider and Elderberry […]
Besom Class
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesJoin us to hand tie your very own besom- just in time for Halloween!Class includes a brief history of the besom, folklore, and haunting stories.Cost is $40.00. Proceeds go to Brinckerhoff House.Class size is limited, so RSVP now. Text Jenn at (914) 275-7086 to reserve your spot.We will be practicing social distancing, and please wear […]
Drive through photos with Santa and Randolph the Reingoat
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesDrive thru photos with Santa and Randolph the Reingoat. Bring your family and your camera for this special event
Annual Strawberry Festival (2021)
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesREGISTRATION CLOSED (CAPACITY REACHED) The East Fishkill Historical Society Annual Strawberry Festival will be held in a safe manner this year with socially distant living history demonstrations and, of course, Strawberry Shortcake! This event is free and open to the community, however, due to town, county and state COVID-19 regulations, we are asking only those […]
3rd Annual Rombout Colonial Days Weekend and Encampment
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesThis program is part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble. There will be living history demonstrations that will show what life was like for soldiers, camp followers and civilians during the American Revolution. Musket drills, cooking, baking, colonial games, wood working, gunsmithing and blacksmith demonstrations. There will also be live presentations by History At Play, […]
Rendezvous with Rachel Revere™ IN-PERSON
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesHistory At Play™, LLC is proud to present "Rendezvous with Rachel Revere" sponsored by the Brinckerhoff House Historic Site/Home of East Fishkill Historical Society as part of the 3rd Annual Rombout Colonial Days Weekend and Encampment on Saturday Sept. 25th, 2021. Sunday's performance will be "A Revolution of Her Own! Deborah Sampson." @ 2pm. A […]
Workshop: Elderberry Syrup and Fire Cider
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesLearn to make your own immunity boosting elixirs and take them home. The History of Elderberry Syrup and Fire Cider will be discussed. Limited to 6 participants. All materials provided. All workshops benefit the East Fishkill Historical Society, and will be held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, they will be held in our one […]
Barn Sale
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United States-- Rain Date is Sunday, October 17, 2021 -- The East Fishkill Historical Society will be holding a Barn Sale, selling surplus items that are currently overwhelming our facility including art work, books, furniture, historical literature and other items.. Please RSVP and stop by to browse the grounds, explore the items and hopefully find a […]
Workshop: Corn Husk Dolls
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesLearn to make and decorate your own corn husk dolls. Fun for the whole family. The history of corn husk dolls will be discussed. All materials provided. All workshops benefit the East Fishkill Historical Society, and will be held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, they will be held in our one room schoolhouse.
Workshop: Besom Making
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesLearn to make and decorate your own Besom or Witches broom. The History of Besoms will be discussed. All materials will be provided. Limited to 12 participants. All workshops benefit the East Fishkill Historical Society, and will be held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, they will be held in our one room schoolhouse.
Workshop: Colonial Broom Making
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesLearn to make your own authentic Colonial era broom. The history of brooms will be discussed. All materials will be provided. Limited to 12 participants. All workshops benefit the East Fishkill Historical Society, and will be held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, they will be held in our one room schoolhouse
Annual East Fishkill Historical Society Membership Meeting
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesAn overview of the past year. Election of board members. Meet fellow members. Get involved. Sneak peak at 2022, and the future of the East Fishkill Historical Society. Refreshments will be served.