East Fishkill Community Day
September 26 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm EDT
Stop by our table at the East Fishkill Community Day and say hello!
Free
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8th Annual East Fishkill Rombout Colonial Days
September 27 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm EDT
Join us for our 8th Annual East Fishkill Rombout Colonial Days celebration on Sunday, September 27th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Young Colonials Fife and Drum Corps, Storyteller Jonathan Kruck, Dr. Benjamin Franklin, Balladeer Linda Russel and more…
$5
suggested donation
East Fishkill Historical Society
+1 (845) 227-4136
info@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
East Fishkill Heritage Crafts Day
August 8 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm EDT
Come visit with artisans and craftspeople and experience the days when iron workers, blacksmiths, wood workers, milleners, broom makers, gunsmiths, and foodways trades were the backbone of our early communities. Experience firsthand the creation of a Bloom Furnace that will turn raw materials into iron.
Made possible by generous support from Dutchess County Government – Rev250
Free
East Fishkill Historical Society
+1 (845) 227-4136
info@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
Town of East Fishkill America 250 Celebration
July 11 from 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm EDT
There will be a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence by Mr. Thomas Jefferson of Virginia on the 250th anniversary of the first reading here in the Hudson Valley at the East Fishkill Recration Park. Living History Colonial Village, Cannon Demonstrations, Continental Soldiers, You Colonials Fife & Drum Corps, Patriotic Music, Fireworks & More
Free
Town of East Fishkill
Our Annual Strawberry Festival – 2026
June 7 from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm EDT
The East Fishkill Historical Society presents our annual strawberry festival on Sunday, June 2, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Featuring live music by Americana Singer/Songwriter Don Lowe
Living history demonstrations, hayrides, baby goats, games, foodways, crafts and tours of our buildings.
Strawberry shortcake and light refreshments served (at 1:30 p.m. while the last)
Free
This is a free community event, donations welcomed!
East Fishkill Historical Society
+1 (845) 227-4136
info@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
Civil War Weekend – 2026
May 2 from 10:00 am until May 3 from 5:00 pm EDT
Join us the weekend of May 2nd & May 3rd as we present our 5th annual East Fishkill Civil War Weekend. On Saturday at 1pm, you won’t want to miss the premier presentation of “unCivil Spies” presented by History At Play LLC. The story of Elizabeth Van Lew who was a spy for the Union Army.
East Fishkill Historical Society
+1 (845) 227-4136
info@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
2025 Annual Holiday Tea
December 13, 2025 from 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm EST
Join us as we present 3 seatings of our popular holiday tea. Noon, 2pm, and 4pm. A beautiful selection of teas, finger sandwiches and desserts will be served at festively decorated tables.
$20 adults, $10 children under 13. Seating is limited. All proceeds to benefit the David M. Bushey EFHS scholarship fund. For all reservations, please contact Jan Bushey at 845-242-5794
$20
($10 for children under 13)
Jan Bushney
845-242-5794
Annual Membership Meeting
November 15, 2025 from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm EST
East Fishkill Historical Society Annual Membership Meeting (Light refreshments will be served)
Free
East Fishkill Historical Society
+1 (845) 227-4136
info@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
Paranormal Investigation
October 18, 2025 from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm EDT
Join Full Moon Paranormal for a Night of Haunted History and Investigation!
Paranormal Investigation with Full Moon Paranormal. Join us for a night of haunted history and investigation. This event is a fundraiser with special guests Ron Yacovetti & Lourdes Gonzalez of (The Digital Seance Experience).
Paranormal Investigation at the Brinckerhoff House 
October 18, 2025 | 
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Brinckerhoff House, East Fishkill Historical Society
Step back in time and explore the spirits of the past with Full Moon Paranormal at one of Dutchess County’s most historic and haunted locations — the Brinckerhoff House.
This exclusive paranormal investigation includes investigating a variety of the historic buildings on the property including:
The original farmhouse dating back to the mid-1700s
A one-room schoolhouse
The carriage barn
And the ice house
We’re thrilled to welcome special guests Ron Yacovetti and Lourdes Gonzalez, creators of TDSE: The Digital Séance Experience — a modern twist on classic séance techniques using cutting-edge ITC (instrumental trans-communication) methods.
Whether you’re a seasoned investigator or a curious first-timer, this is your chance to experience the unexplained in a truly atmospheric setting.
Tickets are limited. Available only online via EventBrite.
$55.20
per person
Full Moon Paranormal
7th Annual East Fishkill Rombout Colonial Days Weekend
September 27, 2025 from 11:00 am until September 28, 2025 from 4:00 pm EDT
This year we are proud to present our 7th annual East Fishkill Rombout Colonial Days Weekend on Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th. We are fortunate to have been the recipient of a grant from the Dutchess County government to present this event as a part of Dutchess County Rev 250, which is a partnership between the Dutchess County Government, the Dutchess County Historians office, and our local town historical societies here in Dutchess County. This immersive event will encourage visitor participation, with many hands-on activities being available. This year we will be joined by our history colleagues from Beacon, Fishkill, Lagrange, the Town of Wappinger, Mount Gullian and the Melzingah Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, who will be sharing information about their own organizations.
$5
suggested donation
East Fishkill Historical Society
+1 (845) 227-4136
info@eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org
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