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Tuxedo Historical Society Holiday Sale November 22 & 23 2019 10am-4pm
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Tuxedo's "Hamilton Connection"
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Anual Meeting of the Tuxedo Historical Society April 27, 2019
The annual meeting of the Tuxedo Historical Society is scheduled for April 27, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at 7 Hospital Rd., Tuxedo, NY. Election of officers and voting on changes to the by-laws as well as any other business to come before the board will take place at that time. The by-laws changes will be posted on the website, www.tuxedohistoricalsociety.org. Paid-up members of the Tuxedo Historical Society are entitled to vote. As we currently have some open board member positions, if you are interested in serving, please contact Betty Langberg at
845-351-2926 or by email at tuxedohistory@gmail.com.
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Tuxedo Historical Society Launches Online Version of Exhibit
The Tuxedo Historical Society has launched the online version of their exhibition"Society at Play" on their website. Click here to check it out.
If you would like to visit and see the exhibit first hand, THS is open on Fridays from 10 am to 2 pm and by appointment.
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Tuxedo Historical Society Presents: Ernest Bowditch Master of Landscape Design October 27 at 2pm
Presented by: John R. Tschirch, Architectural Historian and Honorary Member, The Garden Club of America
Ernest Bowditch created landscapes from private estates in Newport, RI and communities such as Tuxedo Park to public park systems in Ohio. Working in both picturesque and formal traditions, Bowditch ably adapted to varied topographies and climates, producing master works of American landscape design. This illustrated lecture will explore the work of one of the true masters of Gilded Age landscapes in both the private and public spheres.
As seating is limited, please rsvp to 845-351-2926 or email tuxedohistory@gmail.com
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Tuxedo Historical Society & Tuxedo Park Library Present E.H. Harriman's Incline Railroad - Sunday, February 18
Sun, February 18, 2pm – 3pm
In cooperation with the Tuxedo Park Library we are proud to present
E.H. Harriman’s Incline Railroad (at the Tuxedo Historical Society)
presented by Alex Prizgintas
Alex will discuss the difficulties and challenges in building Harriman’s mountaintop estate called Arden House and the construction of the almost forgotten incline railroad that ushered many workers and materials up to the site. Space is limited – please register by visiting the library’s website calendar or by email to Tuxedohistory@gmail.com or by calling the Tuxedo Historical Society at 845-351-2926.
NOTE: The Tuxedo Historical Society is in need of board members. If you are interested in Tuxedo’s history, have time to volunteer and actively participate, please contact us at Tuxedohistory@gmail.com or 845-351-2926 or 845-325-4774.
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Tuxedo Historical Society hosts open houses for Bert Morgan photo exhibit - 11/14/17
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Tuxedo Historical Society To Host Open Houses Sundays in November & December
Posted: 11/10/17
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Society at play - 10/17/17
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The Tuxedo Historical Society Presents "Society at Play: Bert Morgan Photographs of Tuxedo Park, 1920-1950” Opening October 29
Posted: 10/13/17
The Tuxedo Historical Society is proud to present it’s newest exhibition: “Society at Play: Bert Morgan Photographs of Tuxedo Park, 1920-1950” opening to the public on Sunday, October 29th from 2-4pm and then Fridays 10am-2pm or by appointment. 7 Hospital Road.
Tel. (845) 351-2926
https://www.tuxedohistoricalsociety.org/
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Tuxedo Historical Society Presents ‘The Chain That Saved The Colonies” September 14
Posted: 9/5/17
Doc Bayne, President of Friends of Sterling Forest will give a lecture about the Chain that Saved the Colonies: To stop the British invasion of the New England colonies during the American Revolution, Peter Townsend manufactured a Great Chain for the Continental Army at Sterling Forest. It was placed across the Hudson River at West Point. Join Doc Bayne for an eye-opening lecture and presentation on this historic event.
Register at 845-351-2926 or email Tuxedohistory@gmail.com
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The Historical Society Presents History of Kincraig and Family Recollections of a Time Gone By Saturday, June 10
Posted: 5/24/17
Tuxedo Historical Society Events at 7 Hospital Rd., Tuxedo, NY
Thursday May 25, 2017
7:00 pm
Annual Meeting and Election of Officers
The annual meeting will review the annual report and elect officers. We would like to hear from anyone interested in serving on the board.
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday June 10, 2017
1:00pm
History of Kincraig and Family Recollections of a Time Gone By
Former Tuxedo resident and writer Stuart McGregor will give a talk on his personal recollections and history passed down on the Kincraig Estate and its former residents. Stuart was born in and grew up in Tuxedo Park where he spent his early years living on the Kincraig Estate. Now a resident of Florida, he maintains a home in Tuxedo Park. He has published several travel books and is currently finishing a historical non-fiction piece, "The Wee Wah Beach Club in Tuxedo Park, A Unique American Story".
Due to limited seating, please call 845-351-2926 to confirm attendance
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Tuxedo Historical Society presents Architectural Historian Francis Morrone on Bruce Price April 22
Posted: 4/3/17
Bruce Price Lecture
Tuxedo Historical Society at 7 Hospital Road
Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 3:00pm
https://www.tuxedohistoricalsociety.org
Architectural historian and writer Francis Morrone will give a lecture about Bruce Price, founding architect of Tuxedo Park. A professor at New York University’s School of Professional Studies, Morrone has written eleven books on the architecture and history of New York City, as well as architectural guidebooks to Philadelphia and to Brooklyn. He is the recent recipient of the Landmarks Lion Award for lifetime achievement in historic preservation in New York City.
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Tuxedo Historical Society Presents Voices From The Past - 3/9/17
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Tuxedo Historical Society Annual Meeting - To Be Rescheduled
Posted: 3/15/17
SAVE THE DATE - Saturday, April 22, 2017 @ 3:00pm
Bruce Price
Architectural historian and writer Francis Morrone will give a lecture about Bruce Price, founding architect of Tuxedo Park. A professor at New York University’s School of Professional Studies, Morrone has written eleven books on the architecture and history of New York City, as well as architectural guidebooks to Philadelphia and to Brooklyn. He is the recent recipient of the Landmarks Lion Award for lifetime achievement in historic preservation in New York City.
Refreshments will be served.
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The Tuxedo Historical Society Presents 'Tuxedo Voices From The Past’
Posted: 2/27/17
March 5, 2017 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. - The Tuxedo Historical Society presents historic video interviews of former lifelong residents of Tuxedo as they describe life in Tuxedo in bygone days. Mike Crisci, born in 1906, former Town Supervisor and employee of the Tuxedo Pharmacy and Leslie Davenport, born in 1904, a plumber who worked for the TPA take us on a trip back in history to the early and mid 20th century.
March 12, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 - Historic video interviews continue with John Modder and Mabel Tansey. John was born in Tuxedo in 1908, was the manager for H.O. Penn, a construction equipment sales company, and he was a Tuxedo judge for 20 years. Mabel Tansey was born in 1911, lived in Tuxedo Park and was a teacher and guidance counselor for Tuxedo High School, a civic leader, as well as the director of the town recreation program.
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Holiday Gift Ideas from the Tuxedo Historical Society
Posted: 12/12/16
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Antique Appraisal Day - October 29 10am-1pm
Posted: 10/18/16
With Freeman's Auctions of Philadelphia Appraising:
Fine Arts Books Documents Manuscripts
Maps Jewelry Watches Coins Silver English & European decorative arts
NO guns, swords, dolls, currency, stamps or collectibles.
Donation: $10 per item or 3/$25 benefits THS.
At 3:00 p.m. free lecture "Maria Feodorovna, Mistress of Pavlovsk", "Elegance and the Enlightenment in 18th Century Russia" given by Nicholas Nicholson, SVP Furniture, Silver & Decorative Arts at Freemans.
Info: 845-351-2926 or 845-325- 4774 or tuxedohistory@gmail.com
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Reminder:Tuxedo Historical Society Exhibit is Still Open
Posted: 6/17/16
A reminder that the Tuxedo Historical Society exhibit, "A Portrait of Tuxedo: An Exhibition of Images and Artifacts" is open every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Historical Society, 7 Hospital Road, Tuxedo, NY through the month of June.
Here’s what others are saying: “great representation of the town”, “wow! Impressive exhibit”, “excellent presentation”. Come and help us identify some of the people in the photos. Free admission, donations welcome!
We are pleased to announce that this exhibit has been partially funded through a grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities. For information: call 845-351-2926 or email: Tuxedohistory@gmail.com
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Tuxedo Historical Society Announces Exhibit Opening Date
Posted: 4/27/16
The Tuxedo Historical Society is excited to announce the opening of its exhibit, A Portrait of Tuxedo on Saturday May 21, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Historical Society, 7 Hospital Road.
The exhibit will be open on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. through June 2016. We hope that the images will provide a link to our shared history and bring some fond remembrances of the past.
We look forward to sharing our history with you.
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Tuxedo Historical Society Launches New Website
Posted: 4/20/16
The Tuxedo Historical Society has launched a new website, complete with an interactive map of Town. It looks GREAT! Check it out and discover ways that you can help support this wonderful organization!
http://www.tuxedohistoricalsociety.org/
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The Tuxedo Historical Society Plans a Photo Exhibit - May 2016
Posted: 1/21/16
The Tuxedo Historical Society is planning a photo exhibit for May of 2016 depicting the history of the Town of Tuxedo through old photos. We are looking for old photos that you have and would like to have included and would be willing to let us scan and return to you or that you would like to donate to the Historical Society. We will be making enlargements and creating an exhibit with photos and artifacts representing all the areas of the town. The photos can be of old buildings businesses, school teams, cheerleaders, school class photos, organizations, clubs, important events, items unique to your area of town.
We need volunteers!
If you have items to contribute or have an interest in volunteering to help with scanning and mounting photos or help with setting up the exhibit, please send an email to bettyl1@optonline.net, william.mincey@gmail.com, or sscher5@optonline.net or call 845-351-2926 or 845-753-2580.
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Are there treasures hiding in your house? - 9/22/15
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Antiques Appraisal Day September 26
Posted: 9/11/15
Antiques Appraisal Day Sept. 26, 2015 11am-3pm @7 Hospital Rd. Appraisals by William J. Jenack, Appraisers and Auctioneers from Chester, NY. For a donation of $10 for one item or $25 for 3 to the Tuxedo Historical Society, experts in fine art, furniture, porcelain, glass, and silver, antiquities, art, coins, firearms, printed matter, jewelry by a GIA certified gemologist, etc. will appraise your treasures. No large furniture or firearms please, however, you may bring a photo of these items. No appt. necessary. Info: 845-351-2926 or 845-325-4774 or tuxedohistory@gmail.com.
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Thanks for the memories - The daughter of the Red Apple Rest founder will launch her new book at the Tuxedo Historical Society on Dec. 6 - 11/18/14
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The stories behind 'Little Black Jacket' - 10/16/14
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Learn about 'The Fabulous Women of Tuxedo Park' - 10/14/14
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The Tuxedo Park Autumn Ball 2014 to benefit the Tuxedo Historical Society Saturday October 24
"The Tuxedo Park Autumn Ball 2014"
Saturday, October 25th, 7:00 p.m.
"What carnival is to nice, the Autumn Ball is to tuxedo..." Dance Magazine, September 1929.
The Autumn Ball was, for many years, Tuxedo Park's most glamorous event and was considered to be the opening of the New York City social season. The first Autumn Ball was in 1886, the year the Tuxedo Club was founded, and was held annually thereafter until 1971 when changes societal and population changes suspended the event.
In 2011 the Tuxedo Historical Society (THS) marked the 125th anniversary of the first Autumn Ball with an Autumn Ball re-imagined for a new century. In collaboration with London College of Fashion (LCF) Autumn Ball 2011 celebrated the "Little Black Jacket" -- the garment imported from England that quickly became named for our community when gentlemen from the Tuxedo Club wore it publicly in New York City.
So great was the success of Autumn Ball 2011 that the Tuxedo Historical Society and London College of Fashion have partnered again. But this year it is all about the ladies! The theme for Autumn Ball 2014 is the "Art of Dress - Celebrating Centuries of Dress Evolution", a project by LCF showcasing couture student designs inspired by dresses through the ages. Many of the student designed dresses will be on display before traveling on to events in Dubai, Shanghai and Florence.
To receive an invitation to the Tuxedo Park Autumn Ball, IMMEDIATELY contact THS at tuxedoab14@gmail.com or (845)351-2926. Seating is limited. Tickets for Tuxedo Park Autumn Ball 2014 are $350, which includes a $175 tax-deductible contribution to THS. The evening will include a cocktail reception, a display of rare vintage automobiles, a sumptuous dinner and dancing to a full orchestra. Dress is black tie (of course) for gentlemen and evening glamour for ladies.
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The Tuxedo Historical Society Presents The Fabulous Women of Tuxedo Park:Lives, Legacies, Legends Wednesday October 22
Join author, Chiu Yin Hempel, as she presents stories of the Fabulous Women of Tuxedo Park. This illustrated program tells the inspirational lives of many talented, courageous, and determined Tuxedo Park women of the late 19th and early 20th century. They fearlessly blazed the trail of gender equality well before it became fashionable or even possible for women to make significant social, artistic, intellectual and political contributions to our country. The remarkable tales of Katrina Trask, Maud Lorillard, Cora Potter, Emily Post, Dorothy Draper, Anna Venezia, among many others, guarantee to captivate the audience.
Chiu Yin Hempel is the author of Tuxedo Park: Lives, Legacies, Legends and co-editor of Tuxedo Park: The Historic Houses. Both books won the Excellence Award from the Greater Hudson Heritage Network. Chiu Yin has worked in senior publishing positions at Pearson and The Economist Group. A Trustee of the Preservation League of New York State, she is currently working on her third book on Tuxedo Park, focusing on its landscape and nature.
The program will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd at 7:00pm at the Tuxedo Historical Society, 7 Hospital Road, Tuxedo Park, New York. Open to the public; admission by donation. Seating is limited. Registration required to tuxedohistory@gmail.com or (845-351-2926.
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Tuxedo Historical Society to raffle Steiff Titanic bear, book - 12/5/12
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Click here to visit the Tuxedo Historical Society website
Founded in 1982, The Tuxedo Historical Society owns and occupies the former Methodist Church at 7 Hospital Road. It is home to artifacts, pictures, and written material concerning the various area of the Town of Tuxedo, including the Village of Tuxedo Park.
Donations of old historic papers, pictures, albums, or other artifacts are gratefully accepted. Long-time residents are urged to remember the Historical Society and its efforts to preserve local history when undertaking major home cleanings: attics, garages, basements, etc. This especially applies to Tuxedo residents and those with items relating to the history of the Town and Village of Tuxedo.
Programs of interest, such as interviews on audiotape with senior residents and lectures on architecture, are held from time to time.
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