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Brigid's Day and Candlemas at Historic New Bridge Landing
Come celebrate Brigid’s Day and Candlemas with the Bergen County Historical Society on Sunday, January 26th, 1 pm- 4:00 pm at Historic New Bridge Landing.
At 2 pm and 2:30 pm sit in the main room of the state historic 1752 Steuben House and listen to Scottish/Irish Celtic traditional tunes on the bagpipes from members of The Police Pipes and Drums of Bergen County.
New exhibits from BCHS’s extensive collection will also be on display in the Steuben House including artifacts from the Revolutionary War.
Take a peek at the treasures in the gift shop while you enjoy donuts and hot cider which will be available for purchase inside the tavern.
Don’t forget to visit the society’s authentic Jersey-Dutch out-kitchen where interpreters will be demonstrating the 18th century craft of candle making using authentic materials.
Activities for families including corn husk Brigid’s cross and doll making will be available throughout the afternoon.
Ticket reservations are encouraged: $12 adults, $7 students, BCHS members free.
Free parking available on site or take the train to the “New Bridge Landing” station on the Pascack Valley Line.
Dogs are permitted on site on a leash but not in the houses.
For ticket reservations and additional information visit the society’s website www.bergencountyhistory.org, email: [email protected] , or call 201-343-9492 and leave a message.
The event is subject to change.
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