"The answer to the question, "What to wear?"....can't go wrong with the iconic little black dress. Believe it or not, the origins of this "go to" garment are a fascinating blend of history, designer influence and the rise of cinema in America. Until the waning of the … [Read more...] about Wearing That Little Black Dress
Heritage
Underground Railroad Experience
When: Friday, November 11th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Where: Outdoor Education Center | Community Events Cost: $5 per person. All ages welcome Share in one of our most popular living history courses. Experience what it was like to be a slave on the run in New York, trying to make … [Read more...] about Underground Railroad Experience
Portrait of Jenny Linn: the Swedish Nightingale
"This week I received an email from Mike Kiger with an incredible story about a chance find with an interesting story attached to it. I hope he finally does some investigating to find out more about this treasure and the story of Jenny Linn: While traveling on the Oregon … [Read more...] about Portrait of Jenny Linn: the Swedish Nightingale
The Antique Secretary
"The 1820 American Federal Secretary now sits in my dining room in Bothell, Washington. For four decades, this elegant antique was prominently displayed in the main parlor of my grandparents’ home in Cavendish, Vermont. I stood upon a dark red, blue, and gold Persian carpet and … [Read more...] about The Antique Secretary
Longtime Residents Recall Essex Inn Years Ago
Last Sunday Alvin Reiner at the Press-Republican ran a fascinating story about the Essex Inn and the fusion of past and future in this historic landmark recently renovated by the Daltons and now open to the public. Early on, Rick and Karen Dalton took down the fence between the … [Read more...] about Longtime Residents Recall Essex Inn Years Ago