John Jay Homestead State Historic Site is both a local gem and national treasure. A visit to the Homestead today is an opportunity to increase one’s knowledge and enthusiasm for history, to contemplate the principles upon which America was founded, and to learn about farm life in the 19th century. In addition, the Homestead’s 62-acre grounds include historic outbuildings, four formal gardens, open fields, a pond and wooded trails – supporting a wide range of outdoor activity.
EVENTS
The Annual Goodhue Lecture "An Evening with Myron Magnet"
Explore the historic house, discover the amazing architecture and build a gingerbread house.
Thursday, December 26th
10am to 12pm
Come party like it’s 1820!
How did people cook, dine and entertain 200 years ago? Take an interactive tour of the kitchen and dining room and make a traditional holiday treat.
Friday, December 27th
10am to 12pm
What ails you?
What did people in John Jay’s time do if they got sick? Find out while you tour the bedrooms and make a 19th century remedy-a pomander ball.
Monday, December 30th
10am to 12pm
The artist in you!
Do you like art? Explore the extensive art collection at the Homesteadand make silhouettes.
These are two-hour educational programs for children ages five to ten beginning at 10:00a.m. each day. These are drop-off programs, reservations required. Admission charge: $15 per child, $12 for Friends Members. Please call 914-232-5651 ext. 101 for reservations.
2014 Scholars Lectures
"Long Path to Equality"
Tuesday, January 7, 2014 Gilbert King -Devil in the Grove: Thurgood Marshall, the Groveland Boys, and the Dawn of a New America Thursday, February 6, 2014 Craig D. Townsend - Faith in Their Own Color: Black Episcopalians in Antebellum New York City Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Philip Kunhardt - "What Makes a Transformative Life?"
To keep informed about events and projects at John Jay Homestead,
P.O. Box 148 - 400 Jay Street, Katonah, NY 10536 - phone: 914.232.8119
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P.O. Box 832- 400 Jay Street, Katonah, NY 10536 - phone: 914.232.5651