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St. Nicholas Day Celebration
Saturday, December 7, 2024 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Also known as Sinterklaas, this holiday is based on the Catholic feast day of Turkish bishop St. Nicholas of Myrna, which in the 17th and 18th centuries became a popular Dutch holiday. Join us for a visit from St. Nicholas himself, historical games, ornament crafts, gingerbread decorating, live music, and more! This program is free and open to the public, sponsored by the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Registration is not required. Learn more at
www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.
Registration: Required
Family Movie: A Muppet Christmas Carol
Saturday, December 21, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
(914) 965-4027
Join us for one of the most accurate-to-the-book films of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." This family-friendly movie is one of our favorites and has Hudson Valley connections! Registration is recommended, but not required. To register, call 914-965-4027 or email philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov. Refreshments provided by the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall.
Registration: Required
Historical Games
Saturday, December 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Stay after the movie for historical games! How did people entertain themselves over the long winter months before the internet, TV, radio, or even electricity? Learn the history behind some of Colonial America's favorite tabletop games, including Mancala, Shut the Box, Nine Man's Morris, Captain's Mistress, Skittles, Dominoes, Cup & Ball, Yo-Yo, Jacob's Ladder, and more. For children and adults. Free! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required