Summer Programs

Live three hundred years in one day! During the months of July and August it's all living history all the time at Historic Richmond Town, where costumed interpreters bring the sounds, smells, tastes, and sights of the past to life for visitors. We also offer the opportunity for young people to get their hands on history with engaging educational programs.
 

2-WEEK APPRENTICE PROGRAM

For children 11-14.

The first session of the 2-Week Apprentice program scheduled for  July 11-22 is sold out.

Registration for the second session for July 25 through August 5  is now available.

Time travel to an era in America’s past when people made most everything they needed by hand.  Apprenticeships are available in Tinsmithing, Basketmaking, Blacksmithing, Cooking, and Dollmaking for an opportunity to do an intensive exploration of a trade or activity of the past

$350 and $325 for members of the Staten Island Historical Society.

Space is limited and registration will be based on date application is received.

Call (718) 351-1611, Ext. 281 for reservations and information.

Download Application

Applications can be emailed to: reservations@historicrichmondtown.org. 

Experience the traditions and mysteries of: TINSMITHING COOKING BASKETMAKING DOLLMAKING