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Sun
31
Jul
Sunday, July 31, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
An hour-long fun nature program for children ages 6-9. What can you tell by looking at a skull? Children become detectives, examining animal skulls to learn about predator and prey animals. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Check in will be at the mansion; the program will be held at the estate's powerhouse overlooking the Hudson River, the perfect place to picnic afterwards. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $2 per person
Sat
30
Jul
Saturday, July 30, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $5 per person
Fri
29
Jul
Friday, July 29, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $5 per person
Sun
24
Jul
Sunday, July 24, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
An hour-long fun nature program for children ages 6-9. What can you tell by looking at a skull? Children become detectives, examining animal skulls to learn about predator and prey animals. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Check in will be at the mansion; the program will be held at the estate's powerhouse overlooking the Hudson River, the perfect place to picnic afterwards. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $2 per person
Sat
23
Jul
Saturday, July 23, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A one-hour presentation that will explore wildlife in Staatsburgh's park. Historic site staff will guide parents and children through the park, learning about the local wildlife and collecting materials from nature. The collected leaves, sticks, and pinecones will be used to make a craft at the historic powerhouse overlooking the Hudson River. Reservations required; number of participants will be limited for social distancing. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $2 per person
Fri
22
Jul
Friday, July 22, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
From spirited thoroughbreds to sturdy work horses and gentle cart ponies, Staatsburgh was an equine world. Join us for a children's hike on the grounds of Staatsburgh and learn the many roles that horses played on a Gilded Age estate. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/
Cost: $2 per person
Sun
17
Jul
Sunday, July 17, 2022 01:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In 1810, there were nine Black people enslaved on the Staatsburgh estate. In 1910, there were no recorded Black employees working inside Staatsburgh – with only one documented Black resident in the entire hamlet. What happened? Join Staatsburgh Interpreter Zack Veith for a conversation about this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to a total absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: free
Sat
16
Jul
Saturday, July 16, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $5 per person
Fri
15
Jul
Friday, July 15, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century technology and labor that made the estate run. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $5 per person
Sun
10
Jul
Sunday, July 10, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
From spirited thoroughbreds to sturdy work horses and gentle cart ponies, Staatsburgh was an equine world. Join us for a children's hike on the grounds of Staatsburgh and learn the many roles that horses played on a Gilded Age estate. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/
Cost: $2 per person
Sat
09
Jul
Saturday, July 9, 2022 01:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In 1810, there were nine Black people enslaved on the Staatsburgh estate. In 1910, there were no recorded Black employees working inside Staatsburgh – with only one documented Black resident in the entire hamlet. What happened? Join Staatsburgh Interpreter Zack Veith for a conversation about this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to a total absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: free
Sat
09
Jul
Saturday, July 9, 2022
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A one-hour presentation that will explore wildlife in Staatsburgh's park. Historic site staff will guide parents and children through the park, learning about the local wildlife and collecting materials from nature. The collected leaves, sticks, and pinecones will be used to make a craft at the historic powerhouse overlooking the Hudson River. Reservations required; number of participants will be limited for social distancing. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $2 per person
Fri
08
Jul
Friday, July 8, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village of Staatsburg will explore the estate's close relationship with the nearby village of Staatsburg and its connection to the Mills family. Staff will discuss historic buildings and highlight hidden locations in the village that demonstrate Staatsburg's vibrant past and the lasting legacy of Ruth and Ogden beyond the estate walls. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: free
Mon
04
Jul
Monday, July 4, 2022 01:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In 1810, there were nine Black people enslaved on the Staatsburgh estate. In 1910, there were no recorded Black employees working inside Staatsburgh – with only one documented Black resident in the entire hamlet. What happened? Join Staatsburgh Interpreter Zack Veith for a conversation about this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to a total absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: free
Sun
03
Jul
Sunday, July 3, 2022 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
From spirited thoroughbreds to sturdy work horses and gentle cart ponies, Staatsburgh was an equine world. Join us for a children's hike on the grounds of Staatsburgh and learn the many roles that horses played on a Gilded Age estate. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/
Cost: $2 per person
Sat
02
Jul
Saturday, July 2, 2022
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A one-hour presentation that will explore wildlife in Staatsburgh's park. Historic site staff will guide parents and children through the park, learning about the local wildlife and collecting materials from nature. The collected leaves, sticks, and pinecones will be used to make a craft at the historic powerhouse overlooking the Hudson River. Reservations required; number of participants will be limited for social distancing. Reservations required: https://millsfriends.org/ Cost: $2 per person