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.
Annual Holiday Open House
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesOur annual open house is back! The Brinckerhoff Farmhouse will be decorated in fine greenery for the start of the holiday season. Santa and Randolph the Reingoat will be back for you and your family to take pictures with. A $5 donation for photos and a donation of canned goods that will go to the […]
Old Time Maple Sugaring
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United States(NOTE: New Date Change from Original Due to Inclement Weather Prediction)Learn about our early settlers and what they learned from their Native American neighbors and how this spring tradition has evolved into the industry of today. Sample maple sap, local syrups, and treats made from maple syrup. Video presentation in our schoolhouse
Banjo Concert w/ Max “Lumpy” Rowland
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesJoin us in our one room schoolhouse as we present a pre Civil War Weekend intimate concert with musician Max " Lumpy" Rowland as he performs an assortment of Civil War era songs.
Civil War Weekend – 2022
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesIn partnership with the Dutchess County Historians office and the New York 150th Historical Association, the East Fishkill Historical Society is proud to present a Civil War Weekend. Join us as we interpret and celebrate the all volunteer Dutchess County NY 150th Infantry Regiment that formed in the city of Poughkeepsie, which local farmer Richard […]
Annual Strawberry Festival – 2022
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesJoin us for one of our favorite signature events. There will be demonstrations, tours of buildings and site, animals, hayrides, crafts, music and of course our famous strawberry shortcake, while supplies last. Come meet your neighbors and celebrate the start of summer.
4th Annual Rombout Colonial Days Weekend
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesJoin us for our 4th annual Rombout Colonial Days weekend. For the 4th year in a row we are presenting what has become one of our favorite events. Come see what life was like for the civilian and military population here in the Hudson Valley. Cooking and Baking demonstrations, Woodworking, Blacksmithing, Broom making, Gunsmithing, Military […]
EFHS Annual Members Meeting and Pot Luck
Brinckerhoff House Historic Site 68 North Kensington Drive, Hopewell Junction, NY, United StatesAn overview of the past year and a sneak peak at what is ahead for 2023 and the future of the East Fishkill Historical Society. Opportunity to meet fellow members and find out how to get involved. Please plan to bring and share a dish in true pot luck fashion.