Dutchess County Historical Society Fundraising Auction Ending 11/13

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“It is an honor for our family to be celebrating more than 125 years as our community’s trusted jeweler. We are grateful to have been a part of thousands of love stories and important family milestones, as well as for the long-lasting relationships we have formed. These things have made us what we are today.” Thank you Michael Gordon, Past-President of the DCHS for donating this $250 Gift Certificate. Value $250. https://www.zimmerbrothers.com. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Enjoy a private tour of the magnificent Edgewater Mansion. Take in the opulence of the mansion's dining room, admire the beautiful elegance of the 19th Century decoration in the sitting rooms and take a peek into some of the rooms off the official public tour. Wander the grounds and you come across the estate's pool, fit for F. Scott Fitzgerald's "Jay Gatsby". Edgewater’s impressive facade is best appreciated by those who approach from the Hudson River. Built in 1824, its temple-fronted colonnade ornaments a large house that was made even more impressive by the addition of an enormous octagonal library in 1854. The combination of an octagonal library and classical portico captivated visitors well into the twentieth century—including its last two private owners, Gore Vidal and Richard Hampton Jenrette. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy the grounds with views to the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains beyond. Value - $700. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/+-

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N&S Supply is your one-stop resource for all your plumbing, heating and HVAC needs. Visit one of our Bath Classic Showrooms located in Fishkill, Brewster, Kingston and Catskill and see how you can create a bathroom of your dreams! Or stop by one of our service parts counters and allow us to serve you. We carry complete product lines, including all the accessories needed for any installation, with dependable, on-time delivery service available. We provide everything you would expect from a full-service distributor, including specialty products designed and manufactured to meet your needs and lifestyle. Contact us today and learn more about how we can provide the best solutions for you. Value - $500. https://www.nssupply.com. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Bring your group of up to 12 adults into the 19th century historic home of Alfred Mosher Butts, the inventor of America's favorite game, SCRABBLE! View the beautiful interior of the first floor of this grand Victorian on Academy Street in Poughkeepsie, hear the history of Mr. Butts and play America’s favorite game! No, POUGHKEEPSIE is not in the Scrabble dictionary. But if it were, it would give you 24 points! Your hosts for this unique experience are the homeowners Tim and Mark and Dutchess County Historical Society trustee, Antonia Mauro. They invite you to step back in time, sip a 1950s cocktail and enjoy retro hors d'oeuvres. Arrangements: April 1st - November 6th, 2023. Saturdays - 5pm to 7pm, or Sundays - 3pm – 5pm. Minimum age is 21. After arrangements are confirmed, the winning bidder must notify the contact with the number of people attending at least ONE WEEK PRIOR. Thank you! Value $600. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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In a building over 100 years old, set on a country road dotted with lush farmland and grazing horses, you will find The Millbrook Inn: a serene retreat located in the heart of the Hudson Valley. Filled with authentic furnishings, high-end fabrics, and a mix of found objects and eclectic art, each of the rooms at our Hudson Valley Inn tells a unique story. They bring to mind an iconic American Colonial home, but are freshly reimagined with a modern twist. Each of our well-appointed accommodations feature luxurious ensuite bathrooms and high-end modern amenities including complimentary WIFI. Every stay includes our locally sourced breakfast each morning. At The Millbrook Inn, the term “local food” is literal: we are surrounded by family farms of every kind, and insist our menu is sourced only from the finest ingredients in Millbrook and the Hudson Valley. We serve elevated, but not fussy, American cuisine, supporting local farmers and purveyors of every kind: from produce to eggs; from poultry to pork; from dairy to maple syrup. Millbrook and the surrounding area is a historic farming region with a celebrated equestrian community and deep-rooted annual events that draw guests from every corner of the world. It has a revived crafts industry and vibrant arts scene. It is filled with wonderful distilleries, vineyards, breweries and has a renowned farm-to-table food scene. Included is a one night stay at the Millbrook Inn (Excluding Saturday) with breakfast included. The owners will also offer a sampling of local cheeses and wine for you to enjoy. Value $425. https://www.themillbrookinn.com. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Enjoy a private, behind the scenes tour for up to four people of the Madam Brett Homestead in Beacon NY. Known as the oldest standing building in southern Dutchess County, the Madam Brett Homestead is a time capsule of colonial life. The home and museum are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and are part of the NYS Independence Trail. The homestead, which during the 19th century was referred to as the "Teller House", is now named for Catheryna Rombout Brett, who was the first to develop the patent by selling property. After the death of Catheryna's mother, the couple mortgaged the manor house in New York and moved to the wilderness of southern Dutchess County.  The home was built around 1709 or shortly thereafter. Roger Brett drowned in the Hudson River, leaving Catheryna a widow at age 31 with the surviving three of her four sons. The homestead is notable as the residence of this woman who as a widow organized with twenty-one men the first produce cooperative in the Hudson River highlands. The homestead was subsequently occupied by her descendants until 1954, spanning a total of seven generations. The tour will be led by a member of the Melzingah chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, who maintain the historic site. Madam Brett, herself, will also make a special appearance. Value $200. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madam_Brett_Homestead https://www.dar.org/national-society/historic-sites-and-properties/madam-brett-homestead. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Immerse yourself in the quiet elegance of The Dutchess Inn & Spa, a European-style hotel located in the heart of vibrant Beacon, New York. With 10 luxury hotel rooms, their personalized service will ensure that your visit is nothing less than stellar. Their bespoke designed rooms offer unique accommodations for both couples, friends and adult families and our luxurious common areas provide numerous places to relax and unwind. Enjoy our fire-lit living room lobby, star-gaze on the rooftop with panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and warm yourself at our fire-side lounge overlooking Main Street, or simply snuggle up in our candle-lit solarium providing year round warmth with palladium glass windows, plush couches, cozy blankets and a gas fireplace. Enjoy a One Night Stay at Beacon's most upscale boutique hotel. After checking in, staff will escort you down to the Hydrotherapy Spa where 16 different soothing jets will relax every muscle. You will then be guided by one of the Hudson Valley's most gifted massage therapists to the hotel's spa where you will enjoy a romantic couples massage. Feeling completely at ease, your last stop will be the rooftop sun deck where two glasses and a complimentary bottle of prosecco awaits in front of the table top fire. Snuggle up in soft blankets as you look across a sea of lights towards Mount Beacon. You will leave feeling rejuvenated and pampered at this Dutchess County oasis in the heart of Beacon. Value $700. https://thedutchessinn.com/. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Inside every Adams Fairacre Farms store there is a heritage of freshness and value that grew out of a farm founded by Ralph A. and Mary Rogers Adams in 1919. We’ve never forgotten our roots. Mary and Ralph planted more than just a farm. They planted an idea; a deep commitment to serving their customers with the best fresh produce around. Out of that commitment grew a store, then three more stores. But all the time, at the root of it was Mary, Ralph, their children and grandchildren. Generations of customers and generations of Adams family members have recognized that under the Adams Fairacre Farms sign you’ll find nothing but the best. Today, there are four Adams stores around the Hudson River Valley – in Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Wappinger and Newburgh – and we are always up to new tricks. Every week in every store there are new products, new tastes and new sale items. We keep it fresh, we keep it cheerful and if you can’t find something, please ask. Every Adams employee is eager to make your shopping experience easy. Value $250. https://adamsfarms.com/. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Two subscriptions for ounty Players Season 66 Main Stage productions (five shows) and CP2, readers’ theater mini-festivals (three mini-festivals, two shows each). Item will be presented as a $300 gift certificate for County Player, which can be redeemed between 1 February, 2023, and 23 July, 2023, when tickets for Season 66 go on sale. During their lifetime, the County Players Theatre has presented over 200 productions and have served thousands of theatre goers who continue to reward the theatre's efforts with their loyal attendance. In 1977, they acquired the old Academy Theatre in the Village of Wappingers Falls, and through countless hours of volunteer efforts, have turned a crumbling relic into a living theatre – The County Players Falls Theatre. Value $300. Website: https://countyplayers.org. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Enjoy a Private tour for up to 4 people of the Clermont Mansion in Germantown NY. Each participant will also receive a Contributor Level Membership, a gift certificate for $15 off any purchase at their online or physical gift shop, and tea and refreshments at Clermont Cottage. Participants will also select a tin of one of Clermont’s custom Harney and Sons tea blends to take home with you. The view from Clermont’s front door is one of the most spectacular views of the Hudson River Valley from anywhere along the river. The history of the Clermont mansion is even more remarkable. The original Clermont mansion was built by Robert Livingston around 1740 on land inherited from his father Robert Livingston, the First Lord of Livingston Manor. The First Lord left 13,000 acres to his second son, Robert, splitting them off from the rest of his 160,000 acre estate upon his death in 1728. In October of 1777 the Revolutionary War arrived at Clermont’s doorstep when a small force of British soldiers arrived, having been dispatched from New York City to offer whatever aid they could to the British army commanded by General John Burgoyne that had recently been defeated at the Battles of Saratoga. The British quickly burned Clermont and twenty four other buildings belonging to the Livingston’s to punish them for their support of the rebels. Margaret Beekman Livingston, the mistress of the house, escaped with her daughters and youngest son to a relative’s house in Connecticut before the burning. She soon returned to the property and through sheer force of will, and a constant stream of letters to New York’s governor, she was able to secure militia exemptions for enough men to rebuild the house. The most famous member of the Livingston family was Chancellor Robert R. Livingston, Margaret’s son. So called because he was New York’s first chancellor, the highest judge in the state under the original state constitution, The Chancellor was an active patriot during the war. He served on the Committee of Five to draft the Declaration of Independence, drafted the New York Constitution and served as the country’s first Secretary for Foreign Affairs. After the war he had the distinct honor of giving the presidential oath of office to George Washington in 1789. The Chancellor was also the lead negotiator of the Louisiana Purchase and the co-inventor of the first commercially viable steam boat. The current site encompasses not only the mansion, rebuilt by Margaret Beekman Livingston and added onto by later generations, but over 500 acres of landscaped gardens, meadow and woodlands, preserved for the enjoyment of future generations. Value $500. https://www.friendsofclermont.org/. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Offering one hour of private shooting instruction for up to two students. The gun rental is included (ammunition, gratuity, and tax are not included). Upstate New York’s Hudson River Valley has a rich sporting tradition that has only gotten more vibrant with passing generations. Orvis Sandanona, located less than two hours from Manhattan in the village of Millbrook, is iconic in the region as the oldest permitted shooting preserve in the United States. The main clubhouse was built during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson, and the four-hundred-acre property has been host to a parade of discerning wing shooters ever since. While celebrating the heritage and tradition upon which it was built, Orvis Sandanona has matured into a thriving, modern shooting facility that is internationally regarded as among the very best. Orvis Sandanona is open to the public 362 days a year. Visitors can enjoy two unique sporting clays courses, a Five Stand, and Wobble Trap. Experience signature elegance, style, and exquisite service at Orvis Sandanona. Once you do, we guarantee that you’ll be back for more. Anyone over the age of 12 is more than welcome to join us for the private instruction. Value $200. https://www.orvis.com/sandanona-shooting-grounds.html. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Enjoy a unique "Living History" experience for four people at the 5th annual Rombout Colonial Days Weekend 2023. Come spend a day with the living history team at East Fishkill Brinckerhoff House Historic Site. Learn what life was like for our early settlers 250 years ago. You can try your hand at working in the outdoor kitchen, learning to bake in our outdoor bread oven or help prepare a meal over an open fire made with locally sourced ingredients, and vegetables grown on site. Try your hand at Blacksmithing. Teach a lesson in our one room schoolhouse. Learn how to make a homemade broom. Spend time with a Continental Soldier, all while you are dressed in period appropriate clothing. At the end of the day you will join everyone for a home cooked meal you helped prepare. Value $250. https://eastfishkillhistoricalsociety.org/about/. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Built c. 1754, the Isaac Lent house was once used for church meetings before the Dutch Reformed Church of Hopewell was built c. 1764. Learn the history of this house, told to you by the family in period dress. This home has been lovingly restored, and houses a wonderful collection of period antiques. Beverly and Don Hanna are long-time trustees of the East Fishkill Historical Society. Joining them will be Town of East Fishkill Historian, Rick Soedler. Please join the Hanna Family as they open their beautiful East Fishkill Home with a wine and cheese reception. Value $250. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/.

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Celebrate the 90th Anniversary of FDR’s First Fireside Chat! - March 12, 1933/March 12, 2023! President Franklin D. Roosevelt understood the importance of radio as a medium and used everyday language when addressing the American people. Bring your group of up to 8 adults to Michael and Patrick's125 year old Victorian Stick Style home in the Dwight Street Historic District of Poughkeepsie and relive that first radio experience as Americans did on March 12, 1933. Listen to the original recording of FDR's First Fireside Chat next to a relaxing fire and enjoy a martini, (FDR’s favorite!) and 1930s hors d'oeuvres! Discussion will follow lead by Michael, an archival researcher and FDR enthusiast. The date will be rescheduled in the event of bad weather. Minimum age 21. After arrangements are confirmed, the winning bidder must notify the contact with the number of people attending at least ONE WEEK PRIOR. Thank you! Value $400. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Since 1998, this upscale New York restaurant has been serving the unique cuisine and pronounced flavors of Northern and Southern Italy, in the trendy city of Beacon. Choose from three dining experiences, you can either take a seat in the entrance room where fresh Pizzas are made daily, or step into the charming Tuscan Dining Room for a romantic dinner or enjoy cocktails by the fireplace in the expanded bar room. Discover our carefully conceived artisan dishes at both of our New York locations, one in Beacon and one in Poughquag. Buon Appetito! Value $150. https://brotherstrattoria.com/. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Enjoy a tour of one of the jewels of Dutchess County, the Village of Rhinebeck. First settled in 1703, Rhinebeck has been a cultural hub in the county, not only for hosting some of history's most prominent figures including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt, but also for its outsized influence on local and national life since its humble beginnings. Walk with Village Historian Mike Frazier from the Starr Library to your first stop at Ambrose Wager's "French Villa" style mansion, built on a bluff over the village. You will then head down the hill, learning the charming history of Rhinebeck's transformation from a colonial outpost to the vibrant village we see today. The heart of the village is just steps away at the intersection of Market Street and Route 9 where the Beekman Arms Inn has stood proudly on the corner for over 250 years. Stand on its front step where FDR would give many of his election day speeches then head next door to see the library he helped design, both inside and out. Finish along South Street at one of the oldest churches in the Hudson Valley, the Dutch Reformed Church whose cemetery dates back to the mid 1700s. You'll leave this experience with a new appreciation for an already exceptional locale. The tour is about an hour long and for a group of up to 6 people. Approximately 1 mile in length. Date to be agreed upon between the tour guide and the group, on or before June 30, 2023. Value $200. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Join Hudson River Fisherman and Author John Mylod on his Work Boat for a Hudson River Shoreline Tour! Your group of up to four adults will view historic Kaal Rock, Poughkeepsie Landing, Quiet Cove and others points in Poughkeepsie. Experience the beauty of the river while enjoying John’s enthusiasm for local history, featuring colorful rowing events and stories connected to its bridges and ferries. Date determined during the 2023 boating season. Value $250. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Two hour Landscape Consultation for a residential or commercial property in Dutchess County by Landscape Architect Mark Morrison, founder and principal of Mark K. Morrison Landscape Architecture, PC. MKM is dedicated to excellence in design and sustainability. We believe that landscape architecture enriches a sense of place and belonging, improving cities and regions, strengthening the social fabric and pleasure of those who inhabit our spaces. For nearly forty years, MKM has collaborated with public and private clients to envision and implement landscapes of outstanding quality. Our team is composed of gifted designers, authors, educators and artisans with a shared culture of service and a commitment to collaborative solutions. We approach each project with a high level of craftsmanship and environmental stewardship, proposing innovative strategies for site development and restoration. We have worked on a broad range of sites; our fluency in landscape technologies allows us to introduce living architecture from street to rooftop. Many of MKM’s projects have received the highest awards for design distinction and professionalism. Open communication with clients is a key to our success; community and stakeholder vision informs our design process. Our thorough site understanding and accumulated project experience enable us to create aesthetic, sustainable and enduring places for people to live. Value $500. http://www.markkmorrison.com. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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We can confidently say that you will not find another collection of garden tools that has the variety, range in terms of generations and centuries represented, and quality of those that you will find in the private collection of Mark Morrison, a lifelong student and collector of these tools. Nor will you find a more knowledgeable host. Arranged in meticulous detail, these tools range from children's tools, to lawn mowers, to glass tubes to ensure your cucumbers grow straight! After the private tour, enjoy an intimate cocktail party and talk over your own gardening experiences. Value $800. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/

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Día Art Foundation's collection of art from the 1960s to the present is located at Día Beacon. Día Beacon, opened in 2003, is situated on the banks of the Hudson River in Beacon, New York. The museum is in the former Nabisco box-printing facility that was renovated by Día and is positioned on thirty-one acres near the shoreline of the Hudson River. It is adjacent to ninety acres of riverfront parkland, a five-minute walk from the Metro-North train station in Beacon and 60 miles (80 minutes by train) north of New York City. Día Beacon seizes the world of contemporary art with its collection of monumental art engaging the visitor from viewer to participant. Your membership will support the large-scale installations, paintings, and sculptures of Día Beacon. All members receive the following benefits for their meaningful support of Día: Unlimited free admission to Día Beacon; free admission to the Artists on Artists Lecture Series and Readings in Contemporary Poetry at Día Chelsea; discounted tickets to symposia and other special programs; invitations to members-only events; exclusive sales for members; 20% discount on Día publications sold at Día Beacon’s bookshop and online; 10% discount on all other Día merchandise; 10% discount at Homespun Día Beacon café; discounted tickets to all Día concerts and performances at Día Beacon and Día Chelsea and subscription to a monthly membership e-newsletter and special event announcements. Value - $150. https://www.diaart.org/. If this item isn't for you, please consider becoming a Member or making a donation to DCHS here: https://dchsny.org/short/