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Pinkster: Joy is an Act of Resistance
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Senate House State Historic Site
The Pinkster Sunday Festival returns to Senate House! Pinkster is the oldest African-American holiday in the U.S., a Dutch Pentecost tradition transformed into a joyous African celebration. Produced by Transart Inc. in cooperation with Senate House State Historic Site, the Pinkster Festival includes music, dance, history, food, crafts, vendors and more. For more information on Pinkster, please visit
www.transartinc.org/pinkster
18th Century Growing Season
Saturday, May 25, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site
Join us in learning about what it as like to grow things and produce food in the 18th century. Watch us plant our 18th century inspired garden, see bee-keeping, sheep shearing, and food preservation. Includes crafts for visitors of all ages.
Let Freedom Ring
Saturday, June 29, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site
Participate in commemorating American Independence at Senate House! There will be famous American music, and an Independence Ceremony featuring readings of important speeches on American Independence.
18th Century Autumnfest
Sunday, September 29, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site
Experience some key autumn activities from the 18th century and enjoy the season! There will be demonstrations of blacksmithing, meat smoking, candle dipping, pressing apples, and more. There will also be live performances of juggling, fire spitting, and unicycling!