Events
Please call the individual sites directly to inquire about the events listed below.
Events must be related to the themes of the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and be heritage, cultural, historical, and/or recreational/trail related.
Hybrid Lecture: The Cornish Estate
Sep 12, 2024
7:00 PM
to 8:30 PM
Location: 63 Chestnut St Cold Spring NY
Website: https://www.putnamhistorymuseum.org/events/hybrid-lecture-the-cornish-estate/
Email: education@putnamhistorymuseum.org
Phone: 8452654010
Join the Putnam History Museum and speaker Thom Johnson on a deep dive into the history of the ruins known as Northgate or the Cornish Estate! Expert Thom Johnson will discuss his efforts to preserve and uncover the past of this location that has mystified hikers for decades. Thom Johnson is a lifetime resident of the Hudson Valley who has used ruins as inspiration for much of his work. Thom was the Art Teacher for the Irvington High School for over 30 years. He has also been working with the State Park staff to clear and care for the Northgate site. *Please also save the date for Sunday, September 22nd, when Thom will lead guests in a day-long plein air drawing workshop on location at the Northgate Ruins! Details coming soon! General admission is $10, PHM member admission is free. Register here: https://www.putnamhistorymuseum.org/events/hybrid-lecture-the-cornish-estate/