Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

We all associate carving pumpkins with Halloween, but did you know that before pumpkins became affiliated with Halloween it was custom to carve turnips and other root vegetables into jack-o'-lanterns? Join us in carving both pumpkins and turnips while exploring the history of this beloved Halloween tradition. We'll provide all the materials needed to get crafty and creepy as we cover everything from how the Maori people of New Zealand would carve gourds over 700 years ago, to the spooky Irish legend of Stingy Jack. Be sure to turnip for this one!

Please note: This is a family program, so children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must be accompanied by a child. Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Living in the Hudson Valley, you have probably heard of Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his wife, Eleanor. Eleanor Roosevelt was a very important and influential First Lady who celebrated her birthday during the month of October. But did you know that she was also related to the Livingston family? Come join us to hear a story about one of the Livingstons' most prominent relatives!

Please note: This is a family program, so children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must be accompanied by a child. Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Take a walk with one of Clermont's docents around the Mansion. Learn about the rooms inside the house from the outside. This exciting tour takes you deep into the lives of the Livingstons and the people who toiled at Clermont.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Take a walk with one of Clermont's docents around the Mansion. Learn about the rooms inside the house from the outside. This exciting tour takes you deep into the lives of the Livingstons and the people who toiled at Clermont.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Join one of Clermont's interpreters for a walk-and-talk tour of Clermont's grounds. The tour will discuss the important role Clermont and the Livingston family played during the American Revolution, culminating in the British army assault on Clermont in 1777. Hear stories of the residents of the manor—the Livingston family, the enslaved people, local Palatine tenants and free holders. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Join one of Clermont's interpreters for a walk-and-talk tour of Clermont's grounds. The tour will discuss the important role Clermont and the Livingston family played during the American Revolution, culminating in the British army assault on Clermont in 1777. Hear stories of the residents of the manor—the Livingston family, the enslaved people, local Palatine tenants and free holders. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Grab your binoculars and field guides and join us for a fall walk around Clermont State Historic Site with the Alan Devoe Bird Club! We'll keep our eyes and ears open as we look and listen for fall migrants and Waterfowl, like geese and ducks, on the Hudson River. Egrets have even been spotted on previous walks! Bird watchers will meet at 8:00 am in the main parking lot.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Here at Clermont, we really love Halloween and what better way to get ready for the spookiest day of the year than with a Halloween Story Hour? Bundle up against the crisp fall air and settle in for a fun Halloween tale. Might we even suggest you dress up to give those costumes a test drive?

Please note: This is a family program, so children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must be accompanied by a child. Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Join one of Clermont's interpreters for a walk-and-talk tour of Clermont's grounds. The tour will discuss the important role Clermont and the Livingston family played during the American Revolution, culminating in the British army assault on Clermont in 1777. Hear stories of the residents of the manor—the Livingston family, the enslaved people, local Palatine tenants and free holders. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Join one of Clermont's interpreters for a walk-and-talk tour of Clermont's grounds. The tour will discuss the important role Clermont and the Livingston family played during the American Revolution, culminating in the British army assault on Clermont in 1777. Hear stories of the residents of the manor—the Livingston family, the enslaved people, local Palatine tenants and free holders. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors. There is no charge for the event, but visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518)537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518)537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.

Teenagers bringing a Ouija Board to a historic site? What could possibly go wrong? In this annual event visitors will meet a horde of "ghosts" from Clermont's past as they tell their stories of glory, loss, success, and failure. Some ghosts may be scary, some may be funny but all the stories they tell are true!

Visitors will be seated on the lawn of Clermont surrounded by the flickering specters of Jack-o'-lanterns; hand carved by the museum's staff. Visitors for the ghost encounter should bring their own chair or blanket as none will be provided. As the entire event is outside it is suggested to dress for the weather. Tickets go on sale for the is event on October 4, 2021. Three encounters will be given each night at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm. Advanced tickets are required for this event and no walk ins will be allowed. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12. To reserve your tickets or for more information please call (518) 537-4240

Please note: Unvaccinated visitors should wear a face covering when unable to maintain social distance outdoors.