LIVING HISTORY
education
historic houses
collection
Discounted rates are available for groups of adults and kids of all ages.
Take a historical ‘staycation’ at Historic Richmond Town! Explore Staten Island’s past through vintage postcards from the newly acquired William McMillen Collection. Compare early 20th-century views to today and discover Staten Island’s history as an industrial hub and summer destination.
Explore 200 years of changing fashion, labor, and identity through footwear. Featuring more than 25 original pairs of shoes—from early 19th-century wedding slippers to 1970s patriotic sneakers.
Learn the art and fun of classic social English dancing from the 18th century. No experience necessary, just bring your dancing shoes.
January - March
offered Fridays through Sundays, check availability here
OPEN: Martin Luther King Jr. Day & the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of the NYC Department of Education mid-winter recess.
CLOSED: The first two weeks in January.
Hear from Robert Snyder, the author of When the City Stopped, in which he tells the story of COVID-19 in the words of ordinary New Yorkers, illuminating the fear and uncertainty of life in the early weeks and months, as well as the solidarity that sustained the city. New Yorkers were "alone together," separated by the protective measures of social distancing and the fundamental inequalities of life and work in New York City. Through their personal accounts, we see that while many worked from home, others knowingly exposed themselves to the dangers of the pandemic as they drove buses, ran subways, answered 911 calls, tended to the sick, and made and delivered meals.
Celebrate Spring with Joan Caddell & The Midnight Choir! We're unplugged and intimate featuring the sweet retro sounds of a stand-up bass, mandolin, violin, accordion and guitar, interpreting the classic country songs of Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette, Kitty Wells, Johnny Cash, Joan Caddell and more.
Historic Richmond Town’s Historical Interpreters teach you how to churn butter and bake bread in Make your own 18th-century pocket in this special one-day workshop. Learn or practice basic sewing skills to craft a useful tie-on pocket. Open to adults and young learners alike. Workshop designed for participants 12 and older. All materials are provided.
Dedicate a flag in honor of active-duty service members or veterans, in memory of departed loved ones, or for others who have served our country. The names of individuals remembered by your donation will be displayed on Historic Richmond Town's website.
Join us for an evening with Bob Conroy, Jean, & Norm Pederson as part of the Tavern Concert Series, featuring an evening of Traditional American Folk Revival music.
Make your own historically-inspired marbled prints! After an introduction to marbling history and materials, participants will learn how to mix acrylic paint for marbling, and create patterns using combs and tools. The resulting prints evoke the inner hand marbled pages of antique books. All materials provided. Open to adults and young artists alike. Designed for participants age 6 and up
