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Program Schedule December 2008-June 2009
Guided tours of the site, Monday to Friday, 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Join us for a memorable walking tour of this National Historic Site, encompassing an orientation program, museum exhibitions, the 18th century stone and brick church that served as a Revolutionary War hospital, and one of the nation’s oldest cemeteries.
Sat., Dec. 13th, open from Noon to 4 PM
Opera in the historic church Join us for a 2 PM performance by the Bronx Opera Company, featuring favorite excerpts from classic operas as well as performances, and sing-along, of some traditional seasonal carols and Holiday favorites.
Mon. Dec. 15th, 10 AM - Noon
Bill of Rights Program An educational program marking the 217th anniversary of the adoption of the Bill of Rights.
Sun., Dec. 21th, 2 PM
Holiday Organ Concert A recital by Jan Piet Knijff featuring classical music on the historic 1833 pipe organ, including some traditional Holiday favorites. Refreshments served. Arrive early, at 1 PM, to hear seasonal tales and legends, by local storyteller Stephanie Mita.
Th., Dec. 22-23, 26, 29-31, 10 AM to 4 PM
Family Holiday Program Historic games, activities, music and demonstrations, designed for children on vacation from school, as well as parents, adults, and others. Schedule is Subject to Change.
Sat., Jan. 10, open from Noon to 4 PM
"I Didn’t Do Anything Wrong”
At 1 PM, enjoy a performance of a tense courtroom drama, “I Didn’t Do Anything Wrong,” based on the story of a woman accused of horse thievery in the 1780s, held in the historic church, which was used as a courthouse in the 18th century. Also, enjoy a special gallery tour and talk about Overlooked Hero: John Glover and the American Revolution, an exhibition completing a successful two-year display in the site’s museum.
Monday, Feb. 2, 2-4 PM
A Raisin in the Sun
In commemoration of February as African American History Month, a reading/discussion of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun, marking the 50th anniversary of that landmark play; presented in co-operation with the National Council of Teachers of English, African American Read-In Chain.
Sat., Feb. 14, open from Noon to 4 PM
Chief Executives on the Village Green: St. Paul’s and the Presidents
Please join us for the opening of a new exhibition, “St. Paul’s and the Presidents,” which explores the interesting and varied connections of five Presidents -- Washington, John Adams, John Quincy Adams, Lincoln and F.D.R. -- to St. Paul’s from the 1700s through the 1900s. Presidents Washington, Lincoln and F.D.R. are also scheduled to be on hand, plus demonstrations in recognition of February as African American History Month -- special activities for children.
Sat., March 14, open from Noon to 4 PM
Anne Hutchinson, Abigail Adams and Eleanor Roosevelt -- in dance
In recognition of March as Women's History Month, at 1:30 PM the world renowned Ajkun Ballet Theatre presents a special dance sequence evoking the lives of three prominent women from American history associated with St. Paul’s -- Anne Hutchinson, Abigail Adams and Eleanor Roosevelt. A 3 PM, tour the historic cemetery, learning about the lives of American women over three centuries.
Friday, March 27, 2-4 PM
A Raisin in the Sun, and the American Dream
Talk -- followed by discussion -- by Professor Floyd W. Hayes III of The Johns Hopkins University, on the subject of how Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s vision of the American dream shaped author Lorraine Hansberry’s portrayal of the character of Travis Younger in her play, A Raisin in the Sun; presented in co-operation with the National Council of Teachers of English, African American Read-In Chain.
Sat., April 11, open from Noon to 4 PM
Washington’s Spies
At 2 PM, acclaimed historian Alexander Rose delves into the world of Revolutionary War espionage, exploring the intrigue of a dedicated group of spies in the New York area who supplied Washington with crucial information during the War of American Independence. Dr. Rose examined this theme in his recently published, Washington’s Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring. His other books include Kings in the North: The House of Percy in British History, and the recently published, The American Rifle: A Biography. A reception follows the talk.
Fri., April 24, 3 PM
Church Tower Walk
Join us for a hike up the wooden staircase in the Church tower, leading to the historic, 250-year-old metal bell, one of the oldest in the country. (Note: This program is repeated, every other Friday, weather permitting-- May 8, May 22, June 5, and June 19.)
Sat., May 9, 5-9 PM
St. Paul's Historic Dinner
A special benefit event recognizing the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. The event features a historic style dinner, Lincoln re-enactor, as well as music and talk commemorating the Civil War President and his connection to St. Paul’s. Call the site at 914-667-4116 for ticket reservations and details.
Sat., June 13, open from Noon to 4 PM
Colonial Day
Join us for Colonial era style music, dancing, crafts, games and arms. There's also a special tour of the colonial section of the historic cemetery, and a concert on the historic pipe organ by concert-organist-in-residence Dr. Jan Piet Knijff.
Schedule is subject to change.
For more information: 914-667-4116; www.nps.gov/sapa
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