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Fri 22 Sep
Gilded Age Scandals!
Friday, September 22, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability, but their Gilded Age friends were not! Learn about the scandalous behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while touring the mansion with a costumed guide. Reservations required: www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults; $10/Seniors & Students.
Sat 23 Sep
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, September 23, 2023 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills and Norrie State Parks might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free. This program is presented by the Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh, with the generous assistance of The Pomeroy Fund for History.
Sat 23 Sep
A Life in Service
Saturday, September 23, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run this 79-room Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Fri 29 Sep
The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era
Friday, September 29, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The Gilded Age. Led by a costumed interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what viewers saw on TV. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Sat 30 Sep
A Life in Service
Saturday, September 30, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run this 79-room Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Fri 06 Oct
A Life in Service
Friday, October 6, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run a Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Sat 07 Oct
A Life in Service
Saturday, October 7, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run a Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Sun 08 Oct
Gilded Age Scandals!
Sunday, October 8, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability, but some of their Gilded Age friends were not! Learn about the scandalous behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while touring the mansion with a costumed guide. Due to the fascinating but sometimes risqué content of this tour, it is not recommended for younger visitors. Reservations required: www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12; $10 seniors and students.
Mon 09 Oct
Slavery, Segregation & Staatsburgh: From Black Service to White Servants
Monday, October 9, 2023 11:00 AM
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. What happened? Join Staatsburgh staff for a conversation about their new research into this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to a total absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free.
Fri 13 Oct
A Life in Service
Friday, October 13, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run a Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Sat 14 Oct
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, October 14, 2023 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills and Norrie State Parks might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free. This program is presented by the Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh, with the generous assistance of The Pomeroy Fund for History.
Sat 14 Oct
A Life in Service
Saturday, October 14, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run a Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Sun 15 Oct
A Gathering of Old Cars
Sunday, October 15, 2023 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
See classic cars in a Great Gatsby setting during peak leaf-peeping season. Cost: free - donations gladly accepted.
Fri 20 Oct
Gilded Age Scandals!
Friday, October 20, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability, but some of their Gilded Age friends were not! Learn about the scandalous behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while touring the mansion with a costumed guide. Due to the fascinating but sometimes risqué content of this tour, it is not recommended for younger visitors. Reservations required: www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12; $10 seniors and students.
Sat 21 Oct
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village will explore the close relationship with the nearby estate and the many connections to the Mills family. A guide 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 Mills beyond the estate walls. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Sat 21 Oct
The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era
Saturday, October 21, 2023 until Sunday, October 22, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The Gilded Age. Led by a costumed interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what viewers saw on TV. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Fri 27 Oct
Gilded Age Scandals!
Friday, October 27, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability, but some of their Gilded Age friends were not! Learn about the scandalous behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while touring the mansion with a costumed guide. Due to the fascinating but sometimes risqué content of this tour, it is not recommended for younger visitors. Reservations required: www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12; $10 seniors and students.
Sat 28 Oct
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, October 28, 2023 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills and Norrie State Parks might be? The beautiful park land was once the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven terrain, requiring study footwear. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free. This program is presented by the Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh, with the generous assistance of The Pomeroy Fund for History.
Sat 28 Oct
Gilded Age Scandals!
Saturday, October 28, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability, but some of their Gilded Age friends were not! Learn about the scandalous behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while touring the mansion with a costumed guide. Due to the fascinating but sometimes risqué content of this tour, it is not recommended for younger visitors. Reservations required: www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12; $10 seniors and students.
Sun 29 Oct
A Life in Service
Sunday, October 29, 2023 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
It took a small army to run a Gilded Age estate. See the mansion through the servants' eyes, as they rose before dawn and toiled until after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the unrestored servants' hall. Even in its unrestored state, the hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the tiled kitchen with its massive coal range. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.