Past Events (2008):

Sunday, June 8th (3pm)

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NEWBURGH HOSTS ANNUAL MEETING WITH GUEST SPEAKER JULIAN ADAMS OF THE NYS HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE (& Floral Displays from the Garden Club!)

The Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands will hold its Annual Meeting Sunday, June 8th at 3pm at the 1830 Captain David Crawford House, 189 Montgomery St. in Newburgh's Historic East End. The meeting will feature guest speaker Julian Adams, Community Liaison and Certified Local Government Coordinator for the New York State Historic Preservation Office. Mr. Adams, who holds a Masters of Historic Preservation, will discuss the long roots of historic preservation in American history, where the preservation movement began in the United States and how it developed philosophically and in practice. Also, learn what local communities can and are doing to maintain their character and sense of place. Also, on display Sunday, June 8 will be beautiful floral arrangements by members of the local garden club, which interpret the Society's collection of Hudson River School paintings and portraits. Members: free, non-members: $5. Please call 561-2585 for more information.

Julian Adam's Bio: Julian Adams is the Community Liaison and Certified Local Government Coordinator for the New York State Historic Preservation Office. A native of Georgia, he holds a Masters of Historic Preservation from the University of Georgia at Athens. After a brief time in private consulting, he took a job in the Technical Services Unit of the SHPO in 1988, overseeing rehabilitations and restorations across New York State under federal and state programs. During a sabbatical from the SHPO in 1995-1996, he worked with the Historic Natchez Foundation in Natchez Mississippi, overseeing low income housing development in historic neighborhoods, working with the local preservation commission and planning department, and assisting in heritage education. In 2000 he was named head of the Technical Services Unit, overseeing all rehabilitations and restorations across New York State, a position he held until 2004. In 2005 he took a position as Sr. Architectural Historian/Historic Preservation Specialist with a nation-wide environmental consulting firm out of Dallas, Texas, where he traveled around the US working with military bases in their responsibilities to identify historic resources under Federal Historic Preservation law. He returned to state service in 2006 as Community Liaison and Certified Local Government Coordinator, assisting communities and municipalities across New York State with their preservation issues.

FEAST OF THE ARTS ART AUCTION

For complete information about this event, and a preview of some of the artwork, please click here.

Saturday, May 3 (preview begins at 4p, auction at 6p)

Historical Society Hosts 3rd Biennial Benefit Fine Art Auction "A Feast of the Arts" Continuing its tradition of bringing together local artists, patrons of the arts & culture, the Society will host "A Feast of the Arts" Saturday, May 3, 2008 at the Union Presbyterian Church, 44 Balmville Rd., Newburgh. The evening begins with a tapas dinner and preview at 4pm with a live auction beginning at 6pm. Featuring over 100 pieces of original art by local artists, the festive evening will also include drawings for a variety of valuable door prizes. The proceeds will benefit local artists and the Historical Society and its 1830 headquarters the Captain David Crawford House. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Please contact us at 845.561.2585 or email historicalsocietynb@yahoo.com If you are an artist, you may download the application here.

Past Events (2007):

Sunday, December 9 (12p-5p)

CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR
Join us for our annual holiday-season tour of private homes. Tour starts at Crawford house. Tickets are $20 in advance, or $25 at the door.

Sundays 1pm-4pm (April - Oct)

THE CRAWFORD HOUSE IS OPEN!- The Crawford House is open Sundays 1-4 April - October and by appointment -please come by and visit us! Members free. Non-members $5


Sunday, May 20 (5p-6p)

MUSIC ON THE LAWN-
Come join us for music on the lawn at the Crawford House! - The Cornwall Central Middle School Jazz Combo will be playing from 5pm-6pm.


Sunday, April 1 (2p-5p)

OPENING RECEPTION AND PROGRAMS-
The Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands announces its 2007 Season Opening, Sunday, April 1 at both the Crawford House, 189 Montgomery St., and simultaneously at the Heritage Center (Old Courthouse) across from the Newburgh Free Library, 123 Grand St.

HISTORY DETECTIVES (at the Heritage Center) - Will feature a large exhibit of Newburgh faces, places and events. Seldom-seen old Newburgh photographs that our archives staff cannot identify. We hope you can help us!

ARTISTS CHOICE - (at the Crawford House) The Capt. David Crawford House is polished for the season and features a show by fine regional artists selected by our 2006 Feast of the Arts panel.


Sunday, April 15 (3p-5p)

THIRD SUNDAY SPEAKERS' SERIES
Wilderstein and Wethersfield are two Dutchess County great estates rich in detail and family history. Hear their stories. This event is taking place at the Heritage Center. Due to the predicted winter storm, please call the Crawford House at 845-561-2585 to confirm whether or not we will be holding our program on Sunday afternoon.

Sunday, May 20 (3p-5p)

THIRD SUNDAY SPEAKERS' SERIES
Richard Barons from the National Trust will lead a special tour of the Crawford House describing the qualities of the furniture and decorative arts in the societyıs collections. Stay for Music On The Lawn, an evening of jazz performed on the Crawford House porch. Bring a blanket and picnic supper.

Sunday, June 10 (3p-5p)

ANNUAL MEETING
Hear a brief review of the societyıs past year, then our guest speaker will relate the Delano familyıs Newburgh heritage. Followed by Music On The Lawn.

Sunday, July 15 (3p-5p)

THIRD SUNDAY SPEAKERS' SERIES
Mount Gulian, Madame Brett House and Van Wyck Homestead each illuminate the Hudson Valleyıs fascinating 18th century. This event is taking place at the Heritage Center.

Past Events (2006):

Check out this year's E.M. Ruttenber Award Winners!!

Saturday, March 11, 4pm

STAINED GLASS LECTURE / PRESENTATION-
Restoration of Stained Glass Windows: A Lecture and Visual Presentation by Fred Shea, President, Stained Glass Resources, Inc., Massachusetts Saturday, March 11, 2006, 4:00pm. St. Georges Church, 105 Grand St., Newburgh (diagonally across from the Newburgh Free Library) cost: Free Reception to follow presentation

Sunday, April 2, 1-4pm

OPENING RECEPTION - Opening Reception The Crawford House will open its doors to the public for the 2006 season. Artistsı works for the Benefit Art Auction will be on display and the Society will celebrate the opening of the Robert Decker Memorial Exhibition Room. House Open: 1pm-4pm, Reception: 3pm

Sunday, April 9, 3pm

THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD - A panel discussion with Joshua Smith, Mary McTamaney and Patricia Favata will focus on the Underground Railroad and its links to Newburgh. 3pm

Saturday, April 22, 4pm

FEAST OF THE ARTS BENEFIT ART AUCTION - This fun event includes a tapas dinner prepared by Society members who are award winning caterers. It will also include fabulous door prizes. The auction will feature all original art by Hudson Valley artists. Come and see the diversity and extent of the talent in our own back yard. Tickets are $25 at the door ($20 advanced sales call 845.561.2585)
Preview and dinner begins at 4pm. At 6pm auctioneer James Cox begins auction. Union Presbyterian Church 44 Balmville Rd., Newburgh, NY
For artists who would like to participate, applications can be downloaded here (right click on a PC, option click on a Mac - application is a PDF form, you must have Acrobat Reader to open). The deadline for entries has been extended to April 1st, so don't delay!
www.newburghhistoricalsociety.com/entry.pdf

Saturday, April 29, 3pm

THE LAST SATURDAY - Orange County Day! Crawford House open for tours 11am-6pm Music on the Lawn 6pm Orange County Residents: FREE

Sunday, May 14, 3-5pm

MOTHER'S DAY TEA & HAT MAKING WORKSHOP
EXHIBIT OF VINTAGE HATS - Enjoy high tea and creating a spring hat with hat designer Kim DıAuria 3pm-5pm $10 donation

Sunday, May 21, 3-5pm

HUDSON RIVER SCHOOL ARTISTS' INSPIRATION - Bob Gildersleeve, Director of the Mountain Top Historical Society, will discuss the landscape that inspired the Hudson River School artists. 3pm-5pm

Saturday, May 27, 11a-6pm

LAST SATURDAY - Dutchess County Day! Crawford House open for tours 11am-6pm Music on the Lawn 6pm Dutchess County Residents: FREE

Saturday, June 24, 11a-6pm

LAST SATURDAY - Putnam County / Orange County Day! Crawford House open for tours 11am-6pm Music on the Lawn 6pm Putnam County / Orange County Residents: FREE

Tuesday, July 4, 6-9pm

MUSIC ON THE LAWN - Celebrate Independence Day with a picnic, friends and music on the sprawling lawn of the Captain David Crawford House before strolling down the street to view the fireworks! 6pm-9pm

Sunday, July 16, 3-5pm

BRICK WORKS - Life-long Newburgh resident William Mocko will join other panelists in a discussion of Newburgh Brick Works. 3pm-5pm

Saturday, July 29, 11a-6pm

LAST SATURDAY - Westchester County Day! Crawford House open for tours 11am-6pm Music on the Lawn 6pm Westchester County Residents: FREE

Tuesday, August 1, 6-9pm

NEWBURGH NIGHT OUT - Join us on the lawn of the Crawford House for Music and Merriment as we celebrate Newburghıs annual Night Out! 6pm-9pm

Sunday, August 20, 3-5pm

CONTEMPORARY ART ALONG THE HUDSON - Speakers from Dia Beacon, Yellow Bird Gallery and Storm King Art Center will discuss the changing art-scape along the Hudson River. 3pm-5pm

Saturday, August 26, 11a-6pm

LAST SATURDAY - Rockland County Day! Crawford House open for tours 11am-6pm. Music on the Lawn 6pm. Rockland County Residents: FREE

Saturday, August 4 (3p)

MEMBERSHIP PARTY AT YANKEE LAKE
Directions and details to be posted on the web site.

Sunday, August 12 (10a-4p)

ANTIQUES ON THE LAWN
Your favorite collectibles for sale! Call for booth prices.

Sunday, August 19 (3p-5p)

THIRD SUNDAY SPEAKERS' SERIES
Transportation and Industrial tales from the Hudson River Maritime Museum, The D&H Canal Museum and the Gomez Mill House. This event is taking place at the Heritage Center.

Sunday, September 16 (3p-5p)

THIRD SUNDAY SPEAKERS' SERIES
Collectors, dealers and aficionados of local postcards will discuss and exhibit some of their old Newburgh and environs postcards.

Saturday, Sept. 16, 10am-4pm

A Day in the Terraces Features a Festival of the Arts in Colonial Terraces!

What better way is there to celebrate the beginning of autumn than to spend A Day in the Terraces? This year, the popular annual event in beautiful Colonial Terraces will be Saturday, September 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., beginning at the corner of Third Street and Fullerton Avenue. This year's event has a focus on the Arts, history, and culture.

Participants will include the Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra, Opera Company of The Highlands, Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands, Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, the Downing Park Planning Committee, the Newburgh Arts & Cultural Commission, River Art Walk, Save the Ritz Theatre, and the Newburgh Rowing Club, with more to be added. Colonial Terraces (established 1918-1919) is a planned community located in the west end of the City of Newburgh. A charming neighborhood graced by handsome brick and quaint white shingled homes, it was designed by the housing and community planning pioneer Henry Wright (1878-1936), as one of several defense housing projects he worked on for the federal government during the World War I era. Colonial Terraces was created to provide homes for workers employed at the busy Newburgh shipyards. As always the "Day" kicks off with a community sidewalk sale. There will also be a large group of Artists and Crafters displaying their fine work- everything from watercolors to found-object sculpture will be shown and for sale.

Signage and poster-sized photos will display the history of Colonial Terraces, and the origin of its street names, and at 11 a.m., historian and resident Brian Flannery will conduct a guided historical walking tour. Live music will make your stroll through the Terraces even more pleasant, and if you get hungry, you will find an expanded selection of food to purchase. Plenty of easy parking is available at Newburgh Free Academy, 201 Fullerton Avenue.

For more info contact Lyn Rossa at: lrossa@wasmithandson.com or visit the website at www.ctna.info

Sunday, Sept. 17, 3-5pm

THE CRAWFORD HOUSE COLLECTION - Morrison Heckscher and Peter Kenny, of the Metropolitan Museum of Artıs American Wing, will lead a special tour of the Crawford House, highlighting pieces in the collection. 3pm-5pm

Saturday, September 29 (9:30a)

HUDSON VALLEY RAMBLE
The Historical Society is pleased to be hosting Newburgh Treasurers Walk, a walking tour of Newburgh's Historic District as part of the 8th Annual Hudson River Valley Ramble Saturday, September 29 at 9:30am beginning at the Captain David Crawford House, 189 Montgomery St. (Rain date, Sunday 9/30, 9:30am) The imprint of several of America's most noted 19th century architects, Andrew Jackson Downing, Frederick Withers, Calvert Vaux and Alexander Jackson Davis can be found along the streets of Newburgh. This walk views our richest examples of their architectural heritage and that of Newburgh architects Thornton Niven and Frank Estabrook, plus our connection with Thomas Edison. Along the way, we'll view Tiffany windows, magnificent churches, hidden gardens, the Dutch Reformed Church, a World Monument Treasure project in progress, examples of fine historical restoration ,cemetery stones relaying ghostly tales and evidence of our industrial prowess in the past. Walking tour free. Optional: post-walk tour of Crawford House Museum $5. The walk will be 2+ miles; not suited for children under 10; no dogs. Reservations are required: 845-561-2585 or historicalsocietynb@yahoo.com Tour limited to first 20 registrants.

Sunday, October 21 (3p-5p)

THIRD SUNDAY SPEAKERS' SERIES - CANCELLED
Due to scheduling conflicts with our guests, we have had to cancel our October 21st program.

Sunday, October 28 (3p)

CLOSING RECEPTION
We will be hosting a closing reception on Sunday, October 28th at 3pm. The pieces from the fine local artists which have been hanging in our gallery this season will be coming down. Please join members of the Society, the community and the artists as we close Crawford House for the season!

Wednesday, October 31 (3p-5p)

HALLOWEEN!
Trick or Treaters are always welcome on the porch at the Crawford house.

Past Events (2005):

Sunday, April 10, 3-5 pm

ART EXHIBIT - On Sunday, April 10th, the Historical Society will open its 2005 season with an exhibition entitled "Artists' Choice". The lower level gallery will bloom with a wonderful variety of pieces from local artists. The House will be open at 1:00pm and a reception will be held from 3:00-5:00pm. Please join us as we welcome Spring and kick-off what promises to be a wonderful season!

Saturday, April 16, 10am

VOLUNTEER'S MEETING - The Board of Managers has scheduled a volunteers' meeting to organize and plan for our busy 2005 season. If you are interested in volunteering for the Historical Society, please attend this meeting at the Crawford House.

Saturday, April 23, 11am-2pm

HERB WORKSHOP - The Historical Society will present an herb workshop entitled "Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Herbs...", to be presented by Master Gardener Dora Wright. The Crawford House, 11:00-2:00. $15.00 donation. Reservations required. Please call 845.561.2585.

Saturday, April 30, 11am-6pm

LAST SATURDAY- 11am Crawford House will open
1pm- Walking Tour (to begin at Crawford House): Tour the Heart of the City and see inside some of the important buildings in the City's political and civic history.
4pm- Slide Presentation at the Heritage Center (Old Courthouse) Pat Favata, author, on Newburgh: The Heart of the City
5pm- Newburgh Remembered (Newburgh Heritage Center) The Heart of the City
6pm- Evening on the Lawn- Bring a blanket, a picnic and some friends to the Crawford House Lawn for music and fun.

Saturday, May 7, 11am-1pm

STAMPING WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED
The Historical Society's Mother-Daughter Stamping Workshop with Debbie Pennachio at the Crawford House has been cancelled due to low registration. We apologize for any inconveniences this may have caused for any last-minute stampers!

Sunday, May 15, 3pm

MEMBERSHIP SPEAKERS' SERIES - Join us as we kick-off our monthly Third Sunday Speakers' Series. This month's speaker is Dr. Lucien Mott of Mount St. Mary's college. His talk is entitled "The History of the Banks of Newburgh", and he will discuss the early history of these banks of Newburgh and how their history intersected with American banking in the 19th century. 3:00pm. Members free, non-members $5

Saturday, May 28, 11am-6pm

SATURDAY PICNIC - This is part of our Last Saturday programming. There will be a presentation by Kris Hansen on her book, Death Passage: The Wreck of the Henry Clay, from 1-2:30 at the Newburgh Heritage Center, 123 Grand Street, followed by a presentation on AJ Downing from 2:30- 3:30, and a Newburgh Remembered on River Boats (Day Lines, Ferries, etc.) from 4-6. The day will culminate on the Crawford House Lawn at 6p, at which time people can bring a picnic and listen to music. Cost for the day is: $5

Sunday, June 12, 12pm-5pm

SPRING HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR - Join us for our much anticipated annual Spring House and Garden Tour, this year entitled "A Sunday Drive". Follow a scenic route through Orange and Ulster Counties, and tour spectacular private homes and gardens along the way! 12 noon-5:00pm. Donation $20. Tickets can be purchased at the Tour can be started at either Crawford House or the Rosendale Cement Company. Please call 845.561.2585 for details.

Sunday, June 26, 3pm

ANNUAL MEETING- Speaker Diane Lobb-Boyce does a presentation on Delano and Roosevelt family ties in Newburgh. (at the Crawford House)

Monday, July 4, 6:30pm

FOURTH OF JULY CONCERT- Join us for a picnic on our own front lawn (the Crawford House) before the fireworks. Bring food and drink!

Sunday, July 17, 3-5pm

SUNDAY PROGRAM MEMBERSHIP FORUM- "Downing Park, Then and Now" by Peter Smith

Thursday, July 28, 6:30pm-8:30pm

SCHOONER DOCK AT NEWBURGH- The Lois McClure schooner, an exact replica of a mid 1800 sailing schooner, will travel down the Hudson River, starting at Lake Champlain, and proceeding all the way to New York City. Hop aboard and take a look inside as it docks in Newburgh, to benefit the Historical Society. The Lois McClure will start this massive journey in Lake Champlain and travel through the Champlain Canal, stopping and spending from 1 to 3 days at various canalside communities such as Whitehall (birthplace of the U.S. Navy in the summer of 1776), Fort Edward, Mechanicville, and others. More information about the schooner, and the entire trip can be found at: www.champlaincanaltours.com. Please call 845.561.2585 to make your ticket reservation today (required). $50

Saturday, July 30, 11am

LAST SATURDAY PROGRAM- Crawford House opens 11am, croquet tournament at 1pm (venue pending). 6pm join us for an evening on the Crawford House lawn at 6pm

Tuesday, August 2, 6:30p

NATIONAL / NEWBURGH NIGHT OUT- National night out is this night, and Newburgh is participating once again this year. We will be on the lawn of the Crawford House. Bring food and drink, and come be a part of this national celebration of community.

Sunday, August 14, 10am-4pm

ANTIQUES ON THE LAWN- The ever-popular event will be held the second Sunday in August this year. Come find a one-of-a-kind historical treasures, or maybe even a not-so-historical treasure. If you'd like to set up a booth, reservations are $15. Call ahead of time for more info / reservations. 845.561.2585

Sunday, August 21, 3-5pm

SUNDAY PROGRAM- Guest speaker Neil Desai on his "Newburgh Revealed" website

Saturday, August 27, 11am

LAST SATURDAY PROGRAM- CRAWFORD HOUSE opens at 11am. Guest speakers Russell and Allyne Lange share their vast historical knowledge of Newburgh's industries, at 1pm. At 4pm Newburgh remembered (NHC). At 6pm join us for an evening on the lawn!

Saturday, September 24, 11am

LAST SATURDAY PROGRAM- Crawford house opens 11am. Guest speaker (TBA) (NHC) 12 noon. Come learn about the once proposed "Center Campus Design". Center Campus tour at 1:30p. Newburgh Remembered (NHC). At 4pm, the Historical Society will open its exhibition "The Palatine Hotel: Elegance Remembered" in the Stone Floor Gallery of the Captain David Crawford House, 189 Montgomery St., Newburgh, NY 12520. The exhibit features photos, pictures and memorobilia from the grand hotel. A reception and Music on the Lawn will begin at 6pm.
Please call 561-2585 for information.(suggested donation $5)

Sunday, September 18, 3-5pm

SUNDAY PROGRAM- Mount Saint Mary Instructor and President of the Newburgh Preservation Association Richard Bedrosian. Mr. Bedrosian will speak about his latest foray into the promotion of Newburgh. Capatin David Crawford House, 189 Montgomery Street, Newburgh. Members: free, Non-Members: $5. Please call 561-2585 for information.

Sunday, October 16, 3-5pm

SUNDAY PROGRAM - Membership forum - speakers include longtime Newburgh resident Frederica Warner and Margot Blake.

Saturday/Sunday, October 22nd/23rd, 10am-5p,

ARTIST STUDIO TOUR - On October 22nd and 23rd, from 10am-5pm, art lovers can view the work of local artists and their studios on the Newburgh Artistsı Studio Tour. This free event is sponsored by the Historical of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands and co-chaired by Laura Martinez-Bianco and William Noonan. The Historical Societyıs headquarters, the Captain David Crawford House, 189 Montgomery Street, Newburgh, is one of the starting points for the Tour. The other starting point is the Eric Jarmann Gallery, 691 Broadway, Newburgh. Both starting points will host an exhibition consisting of one piece from each participating artist to provide a preview for Tour participants. Free Studio Tour maps, sponsored by local restaurants, will be available at the Crawford House and the Eric Jarmann Gallery. Sponsoring restaurants will be indicated on the map, which will double as a dining guide. Participating artists include Laura Martinez-Bianco, Taka Bennett, Garin Baker, Mary Evelyn Whitehill, Peter Billman, William Noonan, Ronnie Brown, Judy Reynolds and Peter Cody.
Tour participants will be able to meet the artists, see a range of their work and experience the unique environment in which each artist creates. Studios range from dining room tables to restored barns and carriage houses.
For more information, please call 845-561-2585.

Saturday, October 29, 11am

THE LAST "LAST SATURDAY" PROGRAM! - Crawford House opens at 11am. Guest speaker (NHC) starts at 1pm. Slide show (NHC) at 2pm. Walking tour of the Highland Gardens at 3:30p. And lastly, the infamous evening on the lawn at 6p! (suggested donation $5)

Sunday, October 30, 3pm

SUNDAY PROGRAM: PHOTO EXHIBITION- From the Historical Society archives: Premiere showing of rare large-format images restored by protographer Matthew Benson, followed by a closing reception at 4p.

Monday, October 31, 6pm

HALOWEEN AT THE CRAWFORD HOUSE - Come by in costume, come by with the kids, or just come by. The Crawford House will have treats and tricks for all!

Sunday, November 20, 3-5pm

HISTORICAL SLIDE SHOW! - On Sunday, November 20 from 3-5pm, Sheldon Stowe will present a slide show presentation entitled "Images from Great American Celebrations" The presentation will focus on the Brooklyn Bridge Centennial, the Statue of Liberty Centennial, the Bicentennial of the American Revolution and the upcoming Hudson Fulton Celebration planned for 2009

Sunday, Decmeber 11 12:00noon-5pm

The Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands will hold its annual Candlelight Tour on Sunday, December 11, 2005 from noon to 5:00pm.
The Tour begins at the Captain David Crawford House, 189 Montgomery Street, Newburgh. This opulent 1834 home, located in the heart of New York Stateıs largest upstate Historic District, will be decorated inside and out as it would have been in 1840, using fresh greens, flowers and fruit.
Tour participants will receive an illustrated booklet including a map of all the sites on this self-guided Tour that features at least one dozen beautifully decorated homes of several periods.
Tickets are available for a $25 donation at the Crawford House on the day of the event or in advance for a $20 donation. For information, please call 845-561-2585.
The popular post-Tour event "The Laden Table" will be held at the Johnes Home, 11 Balmville Road in Newburgh at 6:00pm. This is a covered dish supper held in honor of the Tour hosts and hostesses. Admission is a $5 donation and a dish to share. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 845-561-2585.

OTHER DECEMBER HOURS:

Wednesday the 14th - 6-9p
Thursday the 15th - 6-9pm
Saturday the 17th - 1-5pm
Sunday the 18th - 1-5pm
Wednesday the 21st - 6-9pm
Thursday the 22nd - 6-9pm


Past Events (2004):

Sunday, December 12, 12-5 pm

CANDLELIGHT TOUR - View historic houses decorated for the holiday season. The self-guided tour begins at Crawford House, which will be decorated in authentic 1840s splendor and features the Society's toy and doll collections this year. $20.

Sunday, December 12, 6:30 pm

LADEN TABLE SUPPER - Gather for our annual potluck supper in honor of Candlelight Tour hosts and volunteers. The event will be held at the Johnes Home, 11-15 Balmville Road in Newburgh. The cost of admission is $5.00 plus a dish to pass. Reservations can be made by calling 845-561-2585.

Saturday, November 20th 10am-1pm

HOLIDAY DECORATING WORKSHOP - Join floral designer Dora Wright at a holiday decorating workshop. Learn to make traditional 18th and 19th century holiday decorations using natural materials. You will take home a completed project. The workshop will be held from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Crawford House. Space is limited, so please make your reservations by calling 845-561-2585. Cost of the workshop is $30.00

Sunday, November 14, 3 pm

NEWBURGH REMEMBERED - Conversations in Living History: The Delanos in China. This discussion will consider the Far East travels of Newburgh's prominent Delano family.

Sunday, October 10, 1 pm

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL - A Walking Tour of Newburgh's Historic District. Meet at Crawford House, then proceed to tour Newburgh's historic East, including visits inside selected buildings and private homes (sites are different from May walking tour). Led by Eugene Embler. $15 suggested donation.

Sunday, October 24, 1 pm

DOWNING DAY CELEBRATION - The Historical Society has long honored the birthday of Andrew Jackson Downing, the historic tastemaker and one of Newburgh's most famous citizens. Join us for this year's celebration at a slide lecture and reception. Call 561-2585 for information.

Sunday, October 31, 5-7 pm

TRICK OR TREAT - at the Crawford House. Come in costume and join us in handing out treats to neighborhood kids.

Saturday, September 18

SYMPOSIUM: THE ROLE OF THE HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM - Details to be announced. Call 561-2585 for information.
Look for more information about a September Fall celebration.

Sunday, August 15, 2 pm

A BRAND NEW NEWBURGH BOOK!!





Join us at the Crawford House to celebrate the completion of Pat Favata's brand new book about Newburgh! Get your copy hot off the press and have it signed by the author!!

Friday, August 27, 7-8:30 pm

LAST FRIDAY - Music on Crawford House lawn. Details to be announced. Call 561-2585 for information.

Sunday, August 8, 10-4 pm

ANTIQUES ON THE LAWN - Join us for our annual collectibles sale on the lawn at Crawford House. Appraisals will be offered. Refreshments will be available. Vendor space available for $15.

Saturday, August 14, 1-5 pm

MEMBERS APPRECIATION DAY - Join us at the Sullivan County lakeside home of one of our members for a day of picnicking and relaxing with Historical Society members, volunteers, and friends. Bring your own picnic fare and beverages. It would be helpful to bring chairs, too.. Directions to party location at Yankee Lake: Take Route 17 West to Exit 112. Turn right and then right again. Go 1.5 miles to Smith Road and turn left on Smith Road. Proceed .6 miles until you see the lake. Turn right on North Shore Road. Go .2 miles (cross small bridge). Proceed to third house on left side (lake side), 249 North Shore Road. Phone 845-888-4193.

Saturday, June 5, 7 pm

SPRING GALA AND RUTTENBER AWARD PRIZE - Break out your taffeta dress and wrist corsage! The theme for this year's Gala is 1950s prom night, in honor of the Society's 1954 opening of Crawford House. The party will be held at Stanwyck Airport. Dance and enjoy delicious foods donated by area restaurants. $50 per person.

Friday, June 25, 7-8:30 pm

LAST FRIDAY - Gather for a summer of music on the Crawford House lawn.Enjoy jazz, blues and standards, with twilight river views. Beverages available for purchase. Details to be announced. Call 845.561.2585 for information.

Sunday, June 27, 3 pm

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - Our annual informational meeting will be followed by a reception in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Society's opening of Crawford House. We will toast the families of those who worked to support the house's acquisition.

Sunday, May 2, 3 pm

NEWBURGH REMEMBERED - Conversations in Living History: Newburgh in the 1950s - Come and reminisce about Newburgh's halcyon days, the era when it was named an All-American City, in our latest in a series of audience-partcipation discussions.

Sunday, May 23

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL - A Walking Tour of Newburgh's Historic District. Meet at the Crawford House, then proceed to tour Newburgh's historic East End, including visits inside selected buildings and private homes. Led by Eugene Embler. $15 suggested donation.

Friday-Sunday, June 4-6, 1-4 pm

ART IN BLOOM - Sponsored by the Community Garden Club of Marlborough-on-Hudson, this even celebrates National Garden week. Local artists will display their work at three different venues (Newburgh Free Library, Downing Park, and Crawford House), and Garden Club members will interpret the art in floral design. A reception will be held Sunday afternoon at the Newburgh Free Library to meetthe artists and designers.

Saturday, April 3, 2004 6pm

NIVEN HOUSE ART SALE - New York City and Newburgh artist and writer, Don Herron has donated 34 of his pen and ink drawings of important and historic city of Newburgh buildings to the newly renovated exhibition space in the 1841 Niven Courthouse located at 123 Grand Street in Newburgh. The opening will be Saturday, April 3, 3 - 6 PM. The drawings are for sale at $200 for a framed and signed drawing, complete with a brief , hand writen synopsis of its history. 100 % of the proceeds will benefit the improvement of the Niven courthouse archive and exhibition space. This is an important project to support. Help us celebrate this important new exhibition space in Newburgh for history and the arts, by attending this exciting opening.

Sunday, April 4, 2004 1-4pm

CRAWFORD HOUSE OPENING - Celebrate the opening of our 2004 season! Crawford House gallery features the exhibition of Fease of the Arts, focusing on contemporary art by outstanding Hudson Valley artists. Gift shop open.

Saturday, April 17, 6pm

Feast of the Arts, art auction

Saturday, Sept. 30, 11a-6pm

LAST SATURDAY - The Crawford House will be open from 1pm-3pm Saturday, September 30. Due to the variety of music being offered in the City Saturday evening, there will be no Music on the Lawn. Please note, the Newburgh Chamber Orchestra, featuring Carole Cowan and Friends will be performing at 3pm at the Goldsmith Denniston House, 227 Montgomery St., and the Newburgh Symphony will be performing Concerto for 2 Bassoons at Newburgh Free Academy at 8pm. Please join us next month for the last Last Saturday of the Season as we host Hudson Valley Folk Musician Rich Bala at 6pm at the Crawford House..

Sunday, Oct. 15, 3-5pm

RITZ THEATER PRESENTATION - Tricia Haggerty-Wenz, of the Cornerstone Residence on Broadway, will discuss the history of, and the exciting renovation and plans for the old Ritz Theatre.3pm-5pm

Saturday, Oct.28, 11a-6pm

LAST SATURDAY - Sullivan County Day! Crawford House open for tours 11am-6pm Music on the Lawn 6pm. Sullivan County Residents: FREE

Sunday, Oct.29, 3-5pm

SEASON CLOSING RECEPTION - Come join us at the Crawford house for our closing reception for the season. FREE.

Tuesday, Oct.31, 6-8pm

HALLOWEEN - Trick or Treaters welcome at the Crawford House! 6pm-8pm

Sunday, Dec. 10, 12-5pm

CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR - Join us for our annual holiday season tour of private homes. Tour starts at Crawford House 12pm-5pm $20 (advance) $25 (at the door)