LIVING HISTORY
education
historic houses
collection
Discounted rates are available for groups of adults and kids of all ages.
Take a historical ‘staycation’ at Historic Richmond Town! Explore Staten Island’s past through vintage postcards from the newly acquired William McMillen Collection. Compare early 20th-century views to today and discover Staten Island’s history as an industrial hub and summer destination.
Each year May through August, the open air museum is alive with living history, demonstrated by costumed historical interpreters in landmarked structures throughout the 35-acre campus. You will experience life in the 1770s, 1820s, and 1860s. Historic trades are displayed in shops, and domestic life is shown inside historic homes.
This Independence Day Weekend, celebrate the founding of the American republic at Historic Richmond Town, with crafts, activities, homemade treats, and more.
Calling all students ages 13-19! Join our annual Apprentice Program in July and August.
Summer Fridays: Great food, cold drinks, and outdoor fun for all ages — every Friday in July from 4–10pm!
Celebrating 30 years of music making, Symphonic Brass Alliance offers a bold, genre-spanning sound to audiences across New York City. From jazz and pop to classical masterworks, this dynamic ensemble—made up of some of NYC’s top brass players—delivers powerful, richly textured performances. Known for appearances at Yankee Stadium, Radio City Music Hall, and beyond, Symphonic Brass Alliance shares its signature sound at this Citywide performance at Historic Richmond Town for an unforgettable celebration of brass at its best.
Historic Richmond Town welcomes Sounds of Summer to our campus with a free evening concert featuring Arden Reign and Joan Caddell & the Midnight Choir, presented by Borough President Vito Fossella.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy live music under the summer sky, surrounded by the charm of Staten Island at Historic Richmond Town, where history meets community. Part of the borough-wide Sounds of Summer concert series, this event brings the community together to celebrate local talent in a historic setting.
Celebrate Women's Equality Day at Historic Richmond Town! In commemoration of the anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote. Join us for special programs and activities in the village.
Staten Island’s annual community celebration and Historic Richmond Town’s biggest fundraiser.
For 45 years, Historic Richmond Town has hosted the Richmond County Fair, and we are honored to welcome everyone to enjoy the best of Staten Island. Also, it is our most important fundraiser of the year, and your ticket to the Richmond County Fair directly supports Historic Richmond Town in its mission to preserve and share our local history.
Join us for a discussion about Staten Island’s disconnection from the transit system of New York City that has impacted its past and present.
