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.

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.