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Family Activity Days
Sat. July 20th, Sat. July 27th, Sat. August 3rd, and Sat. August 10th from 11 AM - 1 PM
Join us for free family activity days at Van Cortlandt House Museum this summer!
Make corn husk dolls, beeswax candles, thaumatropes, or herb sachets to take home. Each participant can create two (2) crafts. Dates: Saturday July 13 Saturday July 20 Saturday July 27 Saturday Aug 3 Time: 11 AM - 1 PM For more information, email us at: [email protected] |
¡Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de días gratuitos de actividades familiares en la Casa Museo Van Cortlandt este verano!
Haz muñecos de hojas de maíz, velas de cera de abejas, taumatropos y bolsitas de hierbas para llevar a casa. Cada participante podrá crear dos (2) manualidades. Días: Sábado 13 de julio Sábado 20 de julio Sábado 27 de julio Sábado 3 de agosto Tiempo: 11 a. m. - 1 p. m. Para obtener más información, envíenos un correo electrónico a: [email protected] |
Solo Acoustic Guitar Concert with Carlos Pavan
Friday, August 9th at 6:30 PM
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Free solo acoustic guitar concert with composer and musician Carlos Pavan at Van Cortlandt House Museum on Friday, August 9th at 6:30 PM.
Born in Argentina and living in New York since 2000, composer Carlos Pavan combines tango/folklore rhythms with jazz & classical concepts. He studied with maestros Jorge Morel, Dave Smey (Brooklyn Conservatory) and Pablo Ziegler (A. Piazzolla's pianist). Carlos has recorded four albums with his works including string quartet, chamber ensemble and trio concertante.
This is a FREE event which will be held indoors, but seats are limited so pre-registration is suggested.
Scan the QR code on the flyer or register using this link:
www.eventbrite.com/e/free-solo-guitar-performance-w-carlos-pavan-at-van-cortlandt-house-museum-tickets-929734941237?aff=oddtdtcreator
Born in Argentina and living in New York since 2000, composer Carlos Pavan combines tango/folklore rhythms with jazz & classical concepts. He studied with maestros Jorge Morel, Dave Smey (Brooklyn Conservatory) and Pablo Ziegler (A. Piazzolla's pianist). Carlos has recorded four albums with his works including string quartet, chamber ensemble and trio concertante.
This is a FREE event which will be held indoors, but seats are limited so pre-registration is suggested.
Scan the QR code on the flyer or register using this link:
www.eventbrite.com/e/free-solo-guitar-performance-w-carlos-pavan-at-van-cortlandt-house-museum-tickets-929734941237?aff=oddtdtcreator
Concierto gratuito de guitarra acústica solista con el compositor y músico Carlos Pavan en la Casa Museo Van Cortlandt. Nacido en Argentina y viviendo en Nueva York desde el año 2000, el compositor Carlos Pavan combina ritmos de tango/folclore con conceptos de jazz y clásicos. Estudió con los maestros Jorge Morel, Dave Smey (Conservatorio de Brooklyn) y Pablo Ziegler (pianista de A. Piazzolla). Carlos ha grabado cuatro álbumes con obras suyas que incluyen cuarteto de cuerda, conjunto de cámara y trío concertante.
Este es un evento GRATUITO que se llevará a cabo en el interior, pero los asientos son limitados, por lo que se sugiere la inscripción previa. Escanee el código QR en el folleto o regístrese usando este enlace:
www.eventbrite.com/e/free-solo-guitar-performance-w-carlos-pavan-at-van-cortlandt-house-museum-tickets-929734941237?aff=oddtdtcreator
Este es un evento GRATUITO que se llevará a cabo en el interior, pero los asientos son limitados, por lo que se sugiere la inscripción previa. Escanee el código QR en el folleto o regístrese usando este enlace:
www.eventbrite.com/e/free-solo-guitar-performance-w-carlos-pavan-at-van-cortlandt-house-museum-tickets-929734941237?aff=oddtdtcreator
Story Time & Art Activity with the New York Public Library (NYPL)
Friday, August 16th from 10 AM - 12 PM
Van Cortlandt House Museum has partnered with the New York Public Library (NYPL) for a free kids story time and art activity day! Join us on the museum lawn on Friday, August 16th from 10 AM - 12 PM to read a story, make some art to take home, and discover the many resources, programs, and services that the NYPL has to offer for New Yorkers of all ages.
This is a FREE walk-up event - registration is not required. ¡La Casa Museo Van Cortlandt se ha asociado con la Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York (NYPL) para ofrecer un día gratuito de lectura de cuentos y actividades artísticas para niños! Únase a nosotros en el césped del museo el viernes 16 de agosto de 10 a. m. a 12 p. m. para leer una historia, crear arte para llevar a casa y descubrir los numerosos recursos, programas y servicios que la NYPL tiene para ofrecer a los neoyorquinos de todas las edades. Este es un evento GRATUITO sin cita previa; no es necesario registrarse. |
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Artist Talk: Edwin Pagán on his "Los Inocentes" photoessay
Thursday, July 11th at 6:30 PM
Thursday, July 11th at 6:30 PM
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Join us for an artist talk with Edwin Pagán, who will be discussing Los Inocentes (The Innocents), his documentary photoessay that focuses on the resiliency of children who live in urban communities in less-than-ideal circumstances, but who prevail and thrive beyond their environments in the South Bronx, Spanish Harlem (El Barrio), and the Lower East Side (Loisaida).
The images compiled in this photographic showcase reveal the untainted splendor of children just being themselves in everyday situations. Individually they present fleeting tableaux of precise personal incidents. Taken together, they provide a wider understanding of how universal youth resiliency really is. If from the mouth of babes comes the truth, then this metaphoric photo album speaks to the will and tenacity of human beings.
The exhibit is installed in Van Cortlandt Park at the basketball court on Broadway until August 1, 2024. The exhibit's producer is Photoville, the project sponsor is The Bronx County Historical Society, and it is regionally supported by Van Cortlandt House Museum and the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance.
Únase a nosotros para una charla de artista con Edwin Pagán, quien discutirá Los Inocentes, su ensayo fotográfico documental que se centra en la resiliencia de los niños que viven en comunidades urbanas en circunstancias no ideales, pero que prevalecen y prosperan más allá de sus entornos en el sur del Bronx, el Harlem español (El Barrio) y el Lower East Side (Loisaida).
Las imágenes recopiladas en esta muestra fotográfica revelan el esplendor puro de los niños siendo ellos mismos en situaciones cotidianas. Individualmente presentan cuadros fugaces de incidentes personales precisos. En conjunto, brindan una comprensión más amplia de cuán universal es realmente la resiliencia juvenil. Si de la boca de los niños sale la verdad, entonces este álbum de fotos metafórico habla de la voluntad y la tenacidad de los seres humanos.
La exhibición está instalada en Van Cortlandt Park en la cancha de balonmano de Broadway hasta el 1 de agosto de 2024. El productor de la exhibición es Photoville, el patrocinador del proyecto es la Sociedad Histórica del Condado del Bronx y cuenta con el apoyo regional de Casa Museo Van Cortlandt y Van Cortlandt Alianza del Parque.
The images compiled in this photographic showcase reveal the untainted splendor of children just being themselves in everyday situations. Individually they present fleeting tableaux of precise personal incidents. Taken together, they provide a wider understanding of how universal youth resiliency really is. If from the mouth of babes comes the truth, then this metaphoric photo album speaks to the will and tenacity of human beings.
The exhibit is installed in Van Cortlandt Park at the basketball court on Broadway until August 1, 2024. The exhibit's producer is Photoville, the project sponsor is The Bronx County Historical Society, and it is regionally supported by Van Cortlandt House Museum and the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance.
Únase a nosotros para una charla de artista con Edwin Pagán, quien discutirá Los Inocentes, su ensayo fotográfico documental que se centra en la resiliencia de los niños que viven en comunidades urbanas en circunstancias no ideales, pero que prevalecen y prosperan más allá de sus entornos en el sur del Bronx, el Harlem español (El Barrio) y el Lower East Side (Loisaida).
Las imágenes recopiladas en esta muestra fotográfica revelan el esplendor puro de los niños siendo ellos mismos en situaciones cotidianas. Individualmente presentan cuadros fugaces de incidentes personales precisos. En conjunto, brindan una comprensión más amplia de cuán universal es realmente la resiliencia juvenil. Si de la boca de los niños sale la verdad, entonces este álbum de fotos metafórico habla de la voluntad y la tenacidad de los seres humanos.
La exhibición está instalada en Van Cortlandt Park en la cancha de balonmano de Broadway hasta el 1 de agosto de 2024. El productor de la exhibición es Photoville, el patrocinador del proyecto es la Sociedad Histórica del Condado del Bronx y cuenta con el apoyo regional de Casa Museo Van Cortlandt y Van Cortlandt Alianza del Parque.
Juneteenth Celebration
Wednesday, June 19th 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an evening celebration of Juneteenth at the Van Cortlandt House Museum.
The program will begin on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum with performances, including music and spoken word. Then join us for a procession with drums to the Enslaved African Burial Ground for a libation ceremony, honoring the memory of the enslaved people.
Guest artists include renowned drummer Baba Don Babatunde, actress Ashley Hart Adams, violist Judith Insell, mezzo-soprano Lucia Bradford and the NYC All City High School Chorus, poet David Mills and West African drummer Yahaya Kamate.
RSVP suggested: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-celebration-tickets-887716001457
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council.
The program will begin on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum with performances, including music and spoken word. Then join us for a procession with drums to the Enslaved African Burial Ground for a libation ceremony, honoring the memory of the enslaved people.
Guest artists include renowned drummer Baba Don Babatunde, actress Ashley Hart Adams, violist Judith Insell, mezzo-soprano Lucia Bradford and the NYC All City High School Chorus, poet David Mills and West African drummer Yahaya Kamate.
RSVP suggested: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-celebration-tickets-887716001457
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council.
Cornelius Eady Group:
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National Book Award winner and Pulitzer prize nominated poet Cornelius Eady has set his poetry to song with the Cornelius Eady Group. Eady's songs tell the story of passing time, the Black American experience, and the blues in the style of Folk & Americana music.
Guitarists Charlie Rauh & Lisa Liu join Eady to create layered and graceful arrangements to bolster Eady's adept craftsmanship as a songwriter, lyricist, & poet. Join us for a free evening of poetry and music on the lawn of Van Cortlandt House Museum on Friday, June 6th at 6:30 PM. |
Archaeology & History at Van Cortlandt Park
Saturday, October 28th, 2023 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Van Cortlandt Park has a rich Indigenous, colonial, and Revolutionary history. Numerous archaeological excavations near the Van Cortlandt House Museum have turned up thousands of artifacts spanning the centuries. But some discoveries have raised more questions than answers. Come witness archaeology in action as we look for clues to understand Van Cortlandt Park’s complex historical timeline.
Tours will start from the museum’s welcome center at 2:00 and 2:30 and will last about 90 minutes. Van Cortlandt House Museum is located at 6036 Broadway, in Van Cortlandt Park. Free parking is available at the Van Cortlandt Park parking lot (near the golf course entrance) and the museum is a few minute walk from the 242nd Street stop on the #1 train. RSVP and tickets on Eventbrite. |
Delft Tile Tour
Saturday, October 14th, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Led by longtime docent Paul Herther, take the chance to learn about the finely crafted Dutch tiles that graced early American fireplaces.
This tour includes an informational talk and a behind-the-scenes look at unseen tiles in the museum’s collection. Tickets are $10 and available for purchase on Eventbrite. |
Music in the Digital Age - Bronx Arts Ensemble String Quartet
Saturday August 19th, 2023 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
From the Bronx Arts Ensemble website:
Join the Bronx Arts Ensemble String Quartet as they perform exciting new works and old favorites that have gained popularity through TikTok and other social media platforms. This concert marks the beginning of the Bronx Arts Ensemble’s 52nd season, which focuses on the human condition. Bring a lawn chair and snacks and enjoy compositions ranging from Shostakovich to Ariana Grande. This event is FREE to attend and will be held on the museum's lawn. |
Stephanie Ehrlich's Big Bowl of Soul
Saturday August 12th, 2023 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
From the Bronx Arts Ensemble's website:
Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance’s Executive Director, Stephanie, and her retro-band, Big Bowl of Soul, for a funky ride back to the 60s. Bring a picnic blanket to enjoy the afternoon on the Van Cortlandt House Museum Lawn. This event is FREE to attend and will be held on the museum's lawn. |
Music in the Park 2023
Sunday, July 23rd, 2023 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The KRVC is hosting a free concert on our museum grounds with music from the Morrisania Band Project! This award-winning R&B soul group formed in 2016 with the goal of strengthening their local community through music. The concert is FREE to attend and will be held from 5 pm to 7 pm. Feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.
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Dialogues Composers Panel
Saturday July 22nd, 2023 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
From the Bronx Arts Ensemble wesbite:
Hosted by Composers Now founder and artistic director Tania León, Dialogues No. 11 celebrates Bronx composers Oliver Caplan, Mimi Jones, Huang Ruo, and Hilliard Greene who is joined by The Jazz Expressions (TK Blue, saxophone and flute; Dwayne (Cook) Broadnax, drums; and Sharp Radway, keyboard). Followed by thought-provoking town hall-style conversations, a forum for meaningful exchanges of ideas, between composers, performers, and audiences, the event is co-presented with Bronx Arts Ensemble and Van Cortlandt Park Alliance. This event is FREE to attend and will be held on the museum's lawn. |
Delft Tile Tour
Saturday, July 8th, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Led by longtime docent Paul Herther, take the chance to learn about the finely crafted Dutch tiles that graced early American fireplaces.
This tour includes an informational talk and a behind-the-scenes look at unseen tiles in the museum’s collection.
Tickets are $10 and available for purchase on Eventbrite.
This tour includes an informational talk and a behind-the-scenes look at unseen tiles in the museum’s collection.
Tickets are $10 and available for purchase on Eventbrite.
World War I Presentation & Walking Tour
Saturday, June 17th, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Ever wonder why the athletic fields and Van Cortlandt Park are called the "Parade Ground?" It harkens back to the days of WWI, when Van Cortlandt Park was a military camp.
Join us at the Van Cortlandt House Museum for a presentation about this little-known history led by historian Vivian Davis. The presentation will start in the herb cellar of the museum before proceeding outside, where Ms. Davis will highlight relevant features of the park. Vivian Davis is currently working in the Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs for Bergen County, New Jersey but her past employment as Education Director at the The Bronx County Historical Society has given her opportunities to study New York City during WWI. She has presented multiple times at the New Jersey and New York State History Conference as well as historic sites in the tri-state area. In 2017, she first presented her research on Van Cortlandt Park during the Great War. Since then, she has given multiple walking tours and lectures to commemorate the military and domestic experience of those living in New York, from WWI Van Cortlandt Park to the Camofleurs training in the city to the paramilitary efforts of the Camp Hewitt girls in New Jersey. This presentation is being made in collaboration with the Kingsbridge Historical Society with funding from the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development. |
Pinkster Festival
Saturday, May 6th, 2023 from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Come celebrate Pinkster at the Van Cortlandt House Museum at this free event!
Once a major colonial holiday with Dutch origins held in New York, Pinkster proved to be a unique event that incorporated African rituals and traditions. On May 6th, you too can participate in Pinkster festivities! Enjoy family friendly activities such as live music and dance, the story of Pinkster, African games, arts and crafts, and storytelling. Learn about the history of Pinkster and New York’s enslaved communities on guided tours and talks with interpreters. Lastly, join the Pinkster Players in a parade procession! Food and crafts will also be available for purchase.
This event is FREE to attend! Optional RSVP here.
Once a major colonial holiday with Dutch origins held in New York, Pinkster proved to be a unique event that incorporated African rituals and traditions. On May 6th, you too can participate in Pinkster festivities! Enjoy family friendly activities such as live music and dance, the story of Pinkster, African games, arts and crafts, and storytelling. Learn about the history of Pinkster and New York’s enslaved communities on guided tours and talks with interpreters. Lastly, join the Pinkster Players in a parade procession! Food and crafts will also be available for purchase.
This event is FREE to attend! Optional RSVP here.
Delft Tile Tour
Saturday, April 8th, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Led by docent Paul Herther, take the chance to learn about the finely crafted Dutch tiles that graced early American fireplaces.
This tour includes an informational talk and a behind-the-scenes look at unseen tiles in the museum’s collection. Tickets are $10 and available for purchase on Eventbrite. |
Getting to Know Pinkster, the Country's Oldest African American Celebration (Virtual Presentation)
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Zoom
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Pinkster is the Dutch word for the Christian religious holiday of Pentecost that takes place 50 days after Easter.
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Tibbets Estuary Tapestry Exhibit
On view from December 10th, 2022 through March 2023
Visit the museum through March 2023 to view the Tibbets Estuary Tapestry and the Bronx Quilt made at the museum in the 1980s.
From City as Living Laboratory: In late 2021, nearly 100 volunteers were invited to realize in embroidery their visions of a greener, more connected Northwest Bronx. This project, led by artists Ana de la Cueva and Matthew López-Jensen, has seen these individual squares be assembled into a grand map of the community, united in its diversity and its call for transformative green infrastructure. This communal process was intended to ignite peoples’ imaginations and point to real opportunities for modest interventions that collectively could change the urban landscape in significant ways and make it more sustainable through greening and storm-water capture. |
Delft Tile Tour
Saturday, January 14th, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Led by docent Paul Herther, take the chance to learn about the finely crafted Dutch tiles that graced early American fireplaces.
This tour includes an informational talk and a behind-the-scenes look at unseen tiles in the museum’s collection. Tickets are $10 and available for purchase on Eventbrite. |