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Sat 17 May
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh’s Grounds: “What You See and What You Don’t See”
Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 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. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 17 May
Slavery, Segregation & Staatsburgh: From Black Service to White Servants
Saturday, May 17, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 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 staff for a conversation about this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to an apparent absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free.
Registration: Required
Sat 17 May
A Life in Service
Saturday, May 17, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 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 toile duntil after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the partially restored servants' hall. The hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the butler's office. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sun 18 May
Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
Sunday, May 18, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the surrounding Mills-Norrie State Park possess a great variety of environments in close proximity, an ideal setting for birding. Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. We will also be on the lookout for the many wildflowers that bloom in the park. Volunteer walk leader David Lund has been birding Mills-Norrie State Park daily for the last 35 years. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sun 18 May
Tales of the Titanic - Special Theme Tour
Sunday, May 18, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Mark the 113th anniversary of the sinking by embarking on this special 90-minute tour of the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. Hear tales of the Titanic's tragic voyage as a guide in period attire points out remarkable similarities between the Titanic's interiors and Staatsburgh's rooms. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat 24 May
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Saturday, May 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 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 and its connection 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. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 24 May
Slavery, Segregation & Staatsburgh: From Black Service to White Servants
Saturday, May 24, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 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 staff for a conversation about this transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to an apparent absence during the Gilded Age. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free.
Registration: Required
Sat 24 May
A Life in Service
Saturday, May 24, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 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 toile duntil after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the partially restored servants' hall. The hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the butler's office. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sun 25 May
Tales of the Titanic - Special Theme Tour
Sunday, May 25, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Mark the 113th anniversary of the sinking by embarking on this special 90-minute tour of the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. Hear tales of the Titanic's tragic voyage as a guide in period attire points out remarkable similarities between the Titanic's interiors and Staatsburgh's rooms. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Mon 26 May
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Monday, May 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 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 and its connection 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. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 May
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 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 and its connection 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. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 May
A Life in Service
Saturday, May 31, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 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 toile duntil after midnight. The tour—led by a costumed guide—will include visiting the partially restored servants' hall. The hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the butler's office. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS. Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat 07 Jun
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh’s Grounds: “What You See and What You Don’t See”
Saturday, June 7, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 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://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free.
Registration: Required
Sat 07 Jun
A Life in Service
Saturday, June 7, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 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 partially restored servants' hall. The hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the butler's office. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Sat 07 Jun
The Great Gatsby Gala at Staatsburgh
Saturday, June 7, 2025 05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
The Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh cordially invite you to their spring fundraiser and party. This year's theme celebrates the 100th anniversary of this great, Gilded Age novel. Wear your best flapper attire! Tickets available at: millsfriends.org/events. Cost: $135/FOMAS members, $145 non-members.
Registration: Required
Sun 08 Jun
Tales of the Titanic - Special Theme Tour
Sunday, June 8, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Mark the 113th anniversary of the sinking by embarking on this special 90-minute tour of the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. Hear tales of the Titanic's tragic voyage as a guide in period attire points out remarkable similarities between the Titanic's interiors and Staatsburgh's rooms. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Wed 11 Jun
Weekend at Bernie’s
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to the Taconic Regional office, just down the road on 9 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580. FREE concerts.
Registration: Not required
Fri 13 Jun
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Friday, June 13, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 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 and its connection 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. Cost: free, Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 14 Jun
Guided Landscape Walk of Staatsburgh’s Grounds: “What You See and What You Don’t See”
Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 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://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: free.
Registration: Required
Sat 14 Jun
Historic Toys and Games
Saturday, June 14, 2025 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Providing a delightful experience of bygone times, Dawn Elliott's historic toys and games have been a highlight of events at many historic sites and museums. Everyone is invited to experience a variety of lawn games, board games, or simply play with toys. Stewart's ice cream and a craft activity are included! Cost: free, Reservations recommended: https://www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 14 Jun
A Life in Service
Saturday, June 14, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 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 partially restored servants' hall. The hall is a striking artifact of servant life and work, featuring the servants' dining room, the footmen's bedrooms, and the butler's office. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Sun 15 Jun
Tales of the Titanic - Special Theme Tour
Sunday, June 15, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Mark the 113th anniversary of the sinking by embarking on this special 90-minute tour of the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. Hear tales of the Titanic's tragic voyage as a guide in period attire points out remarkable similarities between the Titanic's interiors and Staatsburgh's rooms. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS, Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
Registration: Required
Sat 21 Jun
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, June 21, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park 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.
Registration: Required
Sat 21 Jun
Navigating Wealth & Poverty: The Varied Economies of the 19th Century Black Community
Saturday, June 21, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
"From its inception, the Dutchess County economy has been at the crossroads of great economic currents. From the earliest times of Dutch settlement, it has operated in the economic realms of global trade right down to the smallest economic unit of the self-sufficient farm. We examine how the Black community, focusing on the 19th century, engaged in all those economic levels locally. We find extremes of wealth and poverty, and a growing middle class of professionals who often worked within, or intersected with, these various levels of economic activity. Likely because of the pervasiveness of slavery even in the most rural parts of the county until its abolition in New York State in 1827,communities of color were present in both built up and the most remote in-land rural areas. This presentation is led by Bill Jeff way, the Executive Director of the Dutchess County Historical Society, where he serves on the research committee of Celebrating the African Spirit, and on the advisory committee to Vassar College's Inclusive History Initiative. Brief reception following presentation. Reservations required: https://SSHSWealthandPoverty.eventbrite.com, Cost: $5/FOMAS members, $5 plus Eventbrite fee/general admission.
Registration: Required
Wed 25 Jun
Big Band Sound
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to the Taconic Regional office, just down the road on 9 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580. FREE concerts.
Registration: Not required
Fri 27 Jun
Staatsburg Village Walking Tour
Friday, June 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 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 and its connection 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. Cost: free, Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat 28 Jun
Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods
Saturday, June 28, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park 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.
Registration: Required
Sun 29 Jun
Drawing from the Landscape: A Great Estates Garden & Landscape Event
Sunday, June 29, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Learn from experienced Hudson Valley artist and teacher, Mira Fink https://www.mirafink.com.Take a short walk around the grounds of Staatsburgh State Historic Site and by the Hudson River to take in the beauty of the landscape. Explore composition and the effects of light and shadow. Learn how to break down the landscape into simple shapes with areas of different values; (lights, mid-tones and darks). Then try your hand at creating "thumbnail sketches". All materials will be provided. Appropriate for teens and adults. No previous drawing experience is needed. This workshop is weather permitting, with a rain date of August 3.Reservations required: https://FOMAS.eventbrite.com. Cost: $8/FOMAS members, $8 plus Eventbrite fee/general admission.
Registration: Required
Wed 09 Jul
Thunder Ridge
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to the Taconic Regional office, just down the road on 9 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580. FREE concerts.
Registration: Not required
Wed 23 Jul
Soul Purpose
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to the Taconic Regional office, just down the road on 9 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580. FREE concerts.
Registration: Not required
Wed 06 Aug
The Crew Band
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In the event of inclement weather, concerts are moved to the Taconic Regional office, just down the road on 9 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580. FREE concerts.
Registration: Not required