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Opening weekend
Saturday, May 19th & Sunday May 20th: Join us for opening weekend here on the street. In honor of NY Heritage Weekend, we will be offering 2 for the price of 1 deluxe guided tours on a first come, first served basis. Tours offered at 11AM, 1PM & 3PM. Free tour must be of equal or lesser value; please mention NY Heritage Weekend to take advantage of this offer. |
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Ellsworth's Avengers: The 44th New York Regiment and the American Civil War
Wednesday, May 23rd at 7:00 PM - Ellsworth's Avengers: The 44th New York Regiment and the American Civil War: a lecture by Dr. Bruce Eelman of Siena College. In August 1861, the 44th New York Infantry regiment formed in response to the death of Colonel Elmer Ellsworth, a New York native, nationally-known military figure, and a personal friend of Abraham Lincoln. Nicknamed "Ellsworth's Avengers," the 44th was unique in that it raised troops from throughout the state rather than from a particular community. The regiment's service included important action in the Peninsula Campaign, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. This lecture will focus on how the 44th New York Regiment offers an opportunity to examine the military, political, and social experience of war both from a New York and a national perspective. Personal correspondence and other primary sources are used to connect the daily life of the common soldier to the wider issues of the Civil War. There will also be some discussion of the post-war world of veterans and commemoration of the regiment's service. This regiment is of local relevance as it included members from New Paltz. The lecture is generously sponsored by the New York Council for the Humanities and is free of charge to the public. Donations welcomed. |
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"Whispers of the Past" Quilt Auction
 Quilt Raffle begins Friday, June 1 - Marie Girard, quilter, has generously created a quilt inspired by the collections at Historic Huguenot Street. Her lovely quilt is now on display in the Visitors Center at 81 Huguenot Street.
Click here for more information
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The Corset Controversy: a special tour of the 1894 Deyo House
Friday, June 22nd at 7:00 PM - The tour will highlight late 19th century women's' clothing, with a special emphasis on undergarments. Beaded purses, shawls, cloaks, dresses and bodices will also be on display. As our guests are escorted through the house their guides will explain the evolution of women's undergarments as well as fashion ideals of the late 19th century.
Women have worn some type of corset for more than 4,000 years. Materials such as whalebone, wood, horn, ivory, and metal have been used to alter women's figures. The famous "corset controversy", dealt with health concerns over the use of corsets. Many argued that the corset was harmful to health, citing physical conditions attributed to tight lacing. Advocates felt that corsets were necessary for fashionable dress and had its own unique pleasures.
Please meet at the DuBois Fort Visitor Center at 88 Huguenot Street. Tour begins promptly at 7:00 PM on Friday June 22nd, 2012. Join us following the tour for wine and cheese at the Fort. Pre-registration is required. All ticket sales are final, no refunds. Tickets will be held at event door. Please select free shipping. Tour will be held rain or shine. $20 general public/$15 members of Historic Huguenot Street. Click here for tickets.
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