Greene County Historical Society

08/31/2026

08/18/2026

A FEW TICKETS LEFT TO JOIN US FOR TAVERN AT THE BRONCK MUSEUM ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 29!

Step back in time and experience a seventeenth-century Dutch Tavern at the Bronck Museum on Saturday, August 29th at 7pm!

Guests are invited to enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening at the historic Bronck Houses transformed into a Dutch tavern for a night of immersive history, food, drink and entertainment. This unique event will feature costumed servers, period-inspired music, and the warm glow of candlelight, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of colonial tavern life. Attendees can savor craft beer and traditional tavern fare. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a memorable night out, this experience brings the past to life in a truly engaging way.

Reservations are required, and early booking is encouraged due to limited availability. Tickets are $25 in advance and can be purchased at the following link, https://www.gchistory.org/tavern-night. The Bronck Museum is located at 90 County Route 42, Coxsackie, NY.

08/12/2026

THIS Friday August 14 at 2:00 PM the Bronck Museum near Coxsackie is pleased to offer the second of this season’s Curator’s Tours. Please join Bronck Museum Curator, Shelby Mattice as she explores the evolution of mourning customs in Victorian America. The tour will include seldom seen items from the museum’s collection.

It was really all George Washington’s fault. When Washington died in December 1799 America lost a much-beloved hero. Americans wanted to memorialize the passing of the great man. They did so by purchasing various decorative objects featuring Washington. British potteries created George Washington cider pitchers for eager American customers. Washington’s likeness soon appeared in commercial engravings that decorated American parlors. It wasn’t long before people began creating memorials honoring their own beloved family members. The elaboration of mourning customs had begun. Women created memorial samplers in paint, embroidery, and human hair for their homes. The elaboration of burial customs came next, followed very shortly with the development of new style landscaped cemeteries which became pleasant and popular destinations for family picnics. As the Victorian era progressed Americans developed an ever more complicated and rigid set of rules regarding socially acceptable mourning practices. You could say America had become obsessed with death.

The “Monumentum Mors” Tour will begin at 2PM on Friday, August 14th. Tickets for the tour can be purchased at https://www.gchistory.org/curator-tours. Seating is limited for these tours. Admission for this special tour is $25. The Bronck Museum is located at 90 County Route 42, Coxsackie.

08/10/2026

Step back in time and experience a seventeenth century Dutch Tavern at the Bronck Museum on Saturday, August 29th at 7pm!

Guests are invited to enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening at the historic Bronck Houses transformed into a Dutch tavern for a night of immersive history, food, drink and entertainment.

This unique event will feature costumed servers, period-inspired music, and the warm glow of candlelight, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of colonial tavern life. Attendees can savor craft beer and traditional tavern fare while soaking in the ambiance of the Seventeenth century.

Perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a memorable night out, this experience brings the past to life in a truly engaging way.

Reservations are required, and early booking is encouraged due to limited availability. Tickets are $25 in advance and can be purchased at the following link, https://www.gchistory.org/tavern-night.

08/07/2026

Next Friday August 14 at 2:00 PM the Bronck Museum near Coxsackie is pleased to offer the second of this season’s Curator’s Tours. Please join Bronck Museum Curator, Shelby Mattice as she explores the evolution of mourning customs in Victorian America. The tour will include seldom seen items from the museum’s collection.

It was really all George Washington’s fault. When Washington died in December 1799 America lost a much-beloved hero. Americans wanted to memorialize the passing of the great man. They did so by purchasing various decorative objects featuring Washington. British potteries created George Washington cider pitchers for eager American customers. Washington’s likeness soon appeared in commercial engravings that decorated American parlors. It wasn’t long before people began creating memorials honoring their own beloved family members. The elaboration of mourning customs had begun. Women created memorial samplers in paint, embroidery, and human hair for their homes. The elaboration of burial customs came next, followed very shortly with the development of new style landscaped cemeteries which became pleasant and popular destinations for family picnics. As the Victorian era progressed Americans developed an ever more complicated and rigid set of rules regarding socially acceptable mourning practices. You could say America had become obsessed with death.

The “Monumentum Mors” Tour will begin at 2PM on Friday, August 14th. Tickets for the tour can be purchased at https://www.gchistory.org/curator-tours. Seating is limited for these tours. Admission for this special tour is $25. The Bronck Museum is located at 90 County Route 42, Coxsackie.

08/06/2026

JOIN US THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, FOR SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT AND NEW AT THE BRONCK MUSEUM!

Unwind and connect with history through a unique experience at the Bronck Museum on Saturday, August 8th at 10am. This special offering is a one-hour gentle yoga class with Lex Grey from Catskill Yoga Sanctuary. The class is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for participants of all levels.

Following the class, attendees are invited to take part in an optional guided tour of the beautiful Bronck Museum grounds, providing a chance to explore the site’s rich history and scenic surroundings.

This event offers the perfect combination of relaxation, wellness, and local heritage, ideal for individuals seeking a peaceful and enriching outing.

Mats are available, if needed. Suggested donation is $10 per person. The Bronck Museum is located at 90 County Route 42, Coxsackie.

07/29/2026

Due to the weather, the Vedder Research Library and Bronck Museum will be closed today, Wednesday, July 29. Stay safe and dry, everyone!

07/29/2026

Unwind and connect with history through a unique experience at the Bronck Museum on Saturday, August 8th at 10am. This special offering is a one-hour gentle yoga class with Lex Grey from Catskill Yoga Sanctuary. The class is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for participants of all levels.

Following the class, attendees are invited to take part in an optional guided tour of the beautiful Bronck Museum grounds, providing a chance to explore the site’s rich history and scenic surroundings.

This event offers the perfect combination of relaxation, wellness, and local heritage, ideal for individuals seeking a peaceful and enriching outing.

Mats are available, if needed. Suggested donation is $10 per person. The Bronck Museum is located at 90 County Route 42, Coxsackie.

07/19/2026

A fun afternoon at the Bronck Museum for Bootlegging 101 with Lex Grey and the Urban Pioneers!

07/19/2026

Lex Grey and the Urban Pioneers at the Bronck Museum!