Special free Programs in May 2013
Wednesday, May 1, 1 PM
Our lunchtime series features a presentation about Frederick Whittaker -- Civil War cavalry officer, good friend of George A. Custer, husband, father, best-selling author, spiritualist, suicide? -- one of the more intriguing figures buried in the historic cemetery at St. Paul’s
Thursday, May 2, First Thursdays at St. Paul’s open from 1 to 9 PM
Please join us for a 7 PM walking tour of the grounds, exploring the history and variety of birds at St. Paul’s, with well known ornithologist Dr. Robert (Birding Bob) DeCandido.
Wed., May 8, 1 PM, Marking Death in Colonial America
A walking tour of the historic cemetery, exploring symbolism on colonial gravestones
Sat., May 11
We’re open for regular tours of the site, from noon to 4 PM. Visitors can also enjoy the Church Tower Walk and our new feature exhibition in the museum, “A Conservative Union Parish: St. Paul’s Church and the Civil War”. St. Paul's Historic Benefit Dinner, will be held from 5 to 9 PM. The event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the 1763 beginning of construction on St. Paul’s Church, with a talk about religion in early America, full course meal, music and presentation to three honorees. Contact the site at 914-667-4116 for reservations and details.
Wed., May 15, 1 PM, St. Paul’s Church and the Civil War
A presentation exploring the lives of Union veterans buried in the cemetery and the struggles of the town and parish with the great issues of the Civil War.
Wed., May 22, 1 PM, Church Tower Walk
Join us for a hike up the historic Church tower, leading to the 1758 bronze bell, and a fine view of the surrounding counties
Monday, May 27, Memorial Day Commemoration
An 11 AM ceremony honors a World War I “Harlem Hellfighter” buried at St. Paul’s. There will also be tours of the historic cemetery recalling the lives and stories of Union veterans, living history demonstration, songs and a special 2 PM talk by noted historian Barnet Schecter about the changing nature of military service throughout American history.
Wed. May 29, 1 PM
The Wednesday concert series features Collegium Westchester performing music for violin, bass and organ.
St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site
897 South Columbus Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY
914-667-4116 www.nps.gov/sapa