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.
Lecture: Sugar & Spice: A Global History at Philipse Manor Hall
Nov 30, 2024
2:00 PM
Location: 29 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701
Website: www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events
Email: philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov
Phone: 914-965-4027
$3-6/person | Virtual, free
Pumpkin pie, gingerbread, mulled cider - these are just a few of the spiced sweet treats that dominate the fall and holiday season in America. But where do all these foods come from? And how did tropical plants like nutmeg and sugarcane end up on American shores? Join us for a deep dive into the global history of the spice trade, the sugar trade, and the development of our favorite holiday foods. To register for in-person, email philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov or call 914-965-4027. Refreshments provided by the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Virtual access via WebEx is free, but registration is required. Register at www.philipsemanorhall.com/programs-and-events.