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Learn 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.
Learn 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.
Learn 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 room schoolhouse
This 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, LLC each day.
Join crafts people, artisans, members of the 2nd New York, 5th New York, 1st Ulster Militia, the 23rd Regiment of Foot Royal Welch Fusiliers, and other living historians as they present lively demonstrations each day.
Activities: Tours of our Dutch Colonial Farmhouse, one room schoolhouse and other buildings. September 25th Rendezvous with Rachel Revere, by History At Play. September 26th A Revolution of Her Own: Deborah Sampson, by History At Play. Performances each day at 2pm.
Additional Equipment Required: If you desire, bring a lawn chair.
rick@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
REGISTRATION 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 who pre-registered using the RSVP system may attend. Masks must be worn at all times while on the grounds and practice safe social distancing.
REGISTRATION CLOSED (THANK YOU!)
rick@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
— 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 treasure! For everyone’s safety, we encourage proper face masks to be worn at all times while on the grounds and practice safe social distancing. We hope you consider joining us.
We also welcome the community a space to sell your own unwanted items for a $20 donation. You’ll need to bring your own table and pop-up, we provide the space. Please sign up for your booth below:
rick@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
Drive thru photos with Santa and Randolph the Reingoat. Bring your family and your camera for this special event
Join 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 your masks.
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