Black Tavern Historical Society

05/18/2026

04/12/2026

Greetings,
Just a reminder.
This month's program at the Black Tavern is coming up this Thursday April 16th at 7 pm

Emma McDonald of The Last Green Valley will present “On the Wild Side: The Flora and Fauna of The Last Green Valley.” In her presentation, Emma will talk about the diversity of ecosystems in the region and the defining trees, herbaceous cover, and wildlife to provide information about the plants and animals found on the wild side of The Last Green Valley. In addition, she will point out a multitude of opportunities for exploring the outdoors. Whether hiking, paddling, pedaling or simply enjoying wildlife, the region has a rich assortment of venues for enjoying the natural environment.

Hope to see you there.

03/13/2026

On Thursday March 19 at 7 p.m. The Black Tavern Historical Society will open its 2026 program season with a presentation by historian Gail White Usher entitled “When Two Worlds Met.” Ms. Usher will include artifacts and slides to talk about the consequences when Indigenous Peoples came face to face with Colonists. The program is free and open to all. The Black Tavern is located at 138 Center Rd., Dudley.

10/04/2025

What a fabulous day on the Hill! We had the most beautiful day for the 12th annual craft fair and Apple Festival! I hope everyone had a great day, The Tavern hosted 29 amazing crafters and artists this year. A huge Thank you to all that participated.
A huge shout-out to Dudley Grange's annual Apple Festival and local vendor showcase. The delicious apple crisp 😋 went fast.
I was able to get a few pictures, but if there are more, send them along so I can post.
A huge thank you has to be extended to the Black Tavern B.O.D., Dudley Grange. The continued collaboration of these groups is what small towns are all about.
Everyone was amazing and made this day great!
Thank you all!

10/02/2025

Greetings,
Just a reminder, the Annual Black Tavern Craft Fair is taking place this Saturday, October 4th from 10 - 3. The weather looks to be great, and we have a large group of crafters for you to check out. Maybe purchase some early Christmas gifts. At the same time, you can stop and visit our friends across the street at the Dudley Grange Apple Festival and enjoy their delicious hot apple crisp or enjoy some chili or chowder provided by the First Congregational Church of Dudley. Hope to see you there.

09/27/2025

09/27/2025

Next Saturday Oct 4th! The weather is going to be fabulous for a fall day on Dudley Hill! Join us and the Grange for our Annual craft fair and Apple Festival!

09/17/2025

Black Tavern Historical Society is presenting a program on the pictorial history of Webster Lake.

As part of the Memorial Lecture Series named for benefactor Nancy J. Vajcovec, local history buff Jeff Stefanik will narrate his work entitled “Beside Blue Waters.” Stefanik has an extensive collection of photos and postcards of the early days of the lake.

The presentation will be on Thursday evening, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Black Tavern Barn at 138 Center Rd. in Dudley. This program is free and open to all.

08/24/2025

Mark your calendar! Our Nancy Vajovec memorial series!