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Program Schedule Through December 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.
Fri., May 8, 3 PM
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 22, June 5, June 19, July 24, Aug.7, Aug. 21, Sept. 4, Sept. 18, Oct. 2.)
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.
Saturday July 4, 10:30 AM
Independence Day Celebration
A traditional July 4th celebration featuring music, speeches, refreshments, reading of the Declaration of Independence, and tolling of the historic St. Paul's church bell - 13 times.
Wed., July 8, 10:30 AM
Tour of Pell's Point Battlefield
A walking tour of portions of the Split Rock Golf Course, in Pelham Bay Park, site of the Revolutionary War battle of Pell's Point. Reservations must be made in advance through St. Paul's; space is limited; call 914-667-4116 for details;
Sat., July 11, open from Noon to 4 PM
In Search of Sybil Luddington: Westchester’s Paul Revere
At 2 PM, historical speaker Vin Dacquino recounts the inspiring tale story of the teenager who helped summon local militia to halt a British invasion in 1777, and also shares his interesting search for the story of Luddington’s life. Additionally, there's a performance of American Revolution songs, a demonstration about the use of the church as a wartime field hospital, and a tour of the historic cemetery.
Wed., July 15, 12:15 PM
Bayonets, Musket Balls & Ship's Bread
Witness a costumed demonstration about the life of a Revolutionary War soldier; beverages provided, activities for children before the program.
Wed., July 22, 12:15 PM
How did the Americans Win?
A talk exploring how and why the Americans won the Revolutionary War; beverages provided, activities for children before the program.
Sat., Aug. 8, open from Noon to 4 PM
F.D.R.: A Leader in Transition
At 1:30 PM, guest lecturer Jeffrey S. Urbin, a historian with the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library, chronicles Roosevelt’s journey from Governor of New York in the early 1930s to his election as the 32nd President in 1932, the depths of the Great Depression, helping to spotlight the exhibition on display, "St. Paul’s and the Presidents." There's also a 2:30 tour of the historic cemetery.
Wed., August 12, 12:15 PM
John Glover and the American Revolution
A special talk, by staff historian Maria Byrne, and gallery tour of the site's feature exhibition, "Overlooked Hero: John Glover and the American Revolution"; beverages provided; activities for children before the program.
Sat.,Sept. 12, open from Noon to 4 PM
General Charles Lee: Enigma of the American Revolution
Join us at 1 PM for an exploration of the brilliant, but highly controversial General Charles Lee, by Dr., Phil Papas, Professor of American History at Union County College who is currently writing a biography of General Lee.
Sat., Oct. 10, open from 11 AM to 4 PM
Open House New York
We're open as part of this great celebration of history and architecture in New York. The feature event is the guided, interpretive Church Tower Walk. The historic cemetery, church, and museum are also open and available for viewing.
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10 AM
Tour of Pell's Point Battlefield
Join us for a walking tour of the Split Rock Golf Course, in Pelham Bay Park, site of the Revolutionary War battle of Pell's Point. Reservations must be made in advance through St. Paul's; space is limited; call 914-667-4116 for details.
Fri., Oct. 16, 7 PM
Candlelight Tour & Historic Music Program
Tour the historic cemetery by candlelight, visiting the graves of soldiers and civilians who lived through the American Revolution; hear a performance of 18th century music by Linda Russell & Companie, in the historic Church; refreshments served -- part of the Battle of Pell’s Point Encampment.
Sat. Oct. 17, 10 AM to 4 PM
Battle of Pell’s Point Encampment
An encampment that commemorates the nearby 1776 Battle of Pell’s Point. It includes talks on the American Revolution, musket firing and militia drill, period music and dancing, dramatizations, crafts and cooking, historic children's games and toys, with dozens of costumed re-enactors, representing the armies that fought in the Revolutionary War. Educational programs for school groups on Thurs. and Fri., Oct. 16-17.
Sat., Nov. 14, open from Noon to 4 PM
Great talk and music
At 1:00 PM, Professor Frank M. Sorrentino, who teaches at St. Francis College in Brooklyn, explores the theme of "Presidential Power," helping to spotlight the exhibition on display, "St. Paul’s and the Presidents." This talk is sponsored by the Speakers in the Humanities Program, New York Council for the Humanities. At 2:30, enjoy a special jazz performance in historic St. Paul's Church by the Kenny Wessel Quartet. Refreshments served.
Sat., Dec. 12, 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-alongs, of some traditional seasonal carols and Holiday favorites.
Tues, Dec. 15, 10 AM - Noon
Bill of Rights Program
An educational program marking the 217th anniversary of the adoption of the Bill of Rights.
Sun., Dec. 19, 2 PM
Holiday Organ Concert
A recital by Jan Piet Knijff featuring classical music on the historic 1833 pipe organ, including some traditional carols and Holiday favorites. Refreshments served. Arrive early, at 1 PM, to hear a talk about the development of Christmas holiday traditions in America.
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.
For more information: 914-667-4116; www.nps.gov/sapa
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