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DECEMBER 2020
As the days grow shorter and colder, and the calendar year begins its slow retreat, the rush of the holidays come upon us. The season is full of celebrations, visiting with friends and family, gift-buying stress, and time-honored traditions. For many years, Candlelight Tours at Historic Richmond Town have been a staple of Staten Island holiday activities.
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Historic Richmond Town mourns Jason Scala, who passed away on April 29. Jason’s dedication and support of this Staten Island educational non-profit saved the landmarked Courthouse from disaster. As Jason's love and dedication to Historic Richmond Town grew he said something we will never forget - he saw himself as an older man doing more volunteer work to help support the restoration mission.
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It is with deep sadness but great pride that we put these few words to paper as we bid farewell to Mary Ann Weibel, President of the Women’s Auxiliary, Historic Richmond Town. Mary Ann passed away peacefully at home on April 21, 2020.
Read MoreThis Winter, Historic Richmond Town launched its first series of Cabin Fever Reliever programs. Adults and families across Staten Island enthusiastically responded to these hands-on offerings intended to break the monotony of the winter doldrums
Read MoreHistoric Richmond Town’s Edwards Barton House has stood watch through the centuries at the corner of Richmond Road and Court Place as a majestic reminder of vernacular Victorian architecture. The restoration team at New York City’s most complete historic village, led by Historic Craftsmen, Don Defillo, has taken on the task of exterior siding, wood trim and window restoration.
Read More2020 is an election year, and Historic Richmond Town is celebrating with a new exhibition opening on April 11 during our Spring in Historic Richmond Town event! The rear gallery of the Historical Museum will soon be home to a new and exciting exhibition focusing on the ever-changing modes of the election process.
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