Dutchess County Historical Society Fundraising Auction Ending 11/13

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Dutchess County Historical Society (DCHS) Fundraising Auction of Unique Experiences and Gift Certificates Ending 11/13

100% of the auction proceeds benefit the DCHS. Every lot sells to the highest bidder. Payment will be made directly to DCHS, a 501-C3 Not for Profit Corporation so no sales tax will be charged. There is a 15% Buyers Premium which will also be going to the DCHS.

For more information on DCHS, please visit their website: https://dchsny.org/

The DCHS does not receive any Federal, State or County funding. It relies solely on donations, membership dues and private sponsorships from people like you. Please support the 100+ year old “Mission” of the DCHS that has “collected, preserved and interpreted the history of Dutchess County, NY, from the period of the arrival of the first Native Americans until the present day.”

Direct Donations can be made at https://dchsny.org/short/

Payment must be completed by Friday, November 18 at 3PM.

All lots sold as is, where is. There is a 15% Buyers Premium for all lots purchased. Payment methods is cash, check, Visa, MasterCard & Amex.
Preview available online 24 hours.

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Dutchess County Historical Society (DCHS) Fundraising Auction of Unique Experiences and Gift Certificates Ending 11/13

100% of the auction proceeds benefit the DCHS. Every lot sells to the highest bidder. Payment will be made directly to DCHS, a 501-C3 Not for Profit Corporation so no sales tax will be charged. There is a 15% Buyers Premium which will also be going to the DCHS.

For more information on DCHS, please visit their website: https://dchsny.org/

The DCHS does not receive any Federal, State or County funding. It relies solely on donations, membership dues and private sponsorships from people like you. Please support the 100+ year old “Mission” of the DCHS that has “collected, preserved and interpreted the history of Dutchess County, NY, from the period of the arrival of the first Native Americans until the present day.”

Direct Donations can be made at https://dchsny.org/short/

Payment must be completed by Friday, November 18 at 3PM.

All lots sold as is, where is. There is a 15% Buyers Premium for all lots purchased. Payment methods is cash, check, Visa, MasterCard & Amex.
Preview available online 24 hours.

Click More Info/Bid Now for additional photos.


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#46 – Private Art Viewing for Up to 6- Portrait Sculptures by American Sculptor Jo Davidson, Dutchess County, NY

- Value $300. The exclusive tour for up to six people will primarily show busts of people who were famous in the 1920s into the 1950s. The collection includes a bust of FDR that was used to create the monument at the focal point of Four Freedoms Park on Roosevelt Island. Davidson’s art is on display at the National Portrait Gallery & in the Capitol Building. The curator of this exhibit is Dr. Julian Strauss, who will share the story of the artist’s life & career as a portrait sculptor. The history surrounding the importance of each notable subject will be included. Purchaser will coordinate their visit with the owner between April to October 2023. Testimonial from last years auction winner: "I purchased this unique experience last year. It was awesome. My family and I truly enjoyed learning about this talented artist and his life story of sculpting the portraits of so many famous people as told by our host, Julian Strauss. We marveled at the detailed work up close and personal. I won't go into details about the hidden room with a secret door, or the other treasures that you will encounter when you visit the Strauss's Farm." Rob Doyle, President DCHS. Value $300. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Davidson https://www.fdrfourfreedomspark.org/jo-davidson. 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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- Value $300. The exclusive tour for up to six people will primarily show busts of people who were famous in the 1920s into the 1950s. The collection includes a bust of FDR that was used to create the monument at the focal point of Four Freedoms Park on Roosevelt Island. Davidson’s art is on display at the National Portrait Gallery & in the Capitol Building. The curator of this exhibit is Dr. Julian Strauss, who will share the story of the artist’s life & career as a portrait sculptor. The history surrounding the importance of each notable subject will be included. Purchaser will coordinate their visit with the owner between April to October 2023. Testimonial from last years auction winner: "I purchased this unique experience last year. It was awesome. My family and I truly enjoyed learning about this talented artist and his life story of sculpting the portraits of so many famous people as told by our host, Julian Strauss. We marveled at the detailed work up close and personal. I won't go into details about the hidden room with a secret door, or the other treasures that you will encounter when you visit the Strauss's Farm." Rob Doyle, President DCHS. Value $300. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Davidson https://www.fdrfourfreedomspark.org/jo-davidson. 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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$60.00 – vanness1777

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