Dutchess County Historical Society Fundraising Auction Ending 11/17

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Lyndhurst Mansion Dual Membership, Tarrytown, NY

Exclusive offer for a Dual Membership that includes free grounds visitation, two tickets to the Spring and Fall Craft Fairs, invitation to Lyndhurst special events, 50% discount Classic Mansion Tour, April through September 10% discount in the Museum Shop (*Free grounds admission) during regular business hours, April-December, 9:30 am to 3:30pm. Must present Membership ID. Excludes special events and partner events.

Lyndhurst is situated on land which was originally hunting grounds of the indigenous Lenape/Munsee tribes. By the 18th century it was cleared by early Europeans for farmland. Considered one of America’s finest Gothic Revival mansions, Lyndhurst Mansion was designed by Alexander Jackson Davis (1803-1892) in 1838 for William Paulding Jr.

Second owner George Merritt rehired original architect Davis to double the mansion in size between 1864-1867, to the house visitors see today. Wall Street tycoon Jay Gould purchased Lyndhurst in 1880 as a seasonal residence. Gould redesigned some of the interior décor by commissioning furniture from the Herter Brothers, windows from Louis Comfort Tiffany, and paintings from the Knoedler Gallery.

Over time these families made Lyndhurst their home, shaping the mansion to their tastes. Your many visits to Lyndhurst through your Dual Membership will reveal their influence and their stories its architectural beauty, park-like landscape, broad collection of original decorative arts and rich furnishings. https://lyndhurst.org/

VALUE $250

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Collection 40 Antique, Historical Postcards: Mostly Main St Views, Poughkeepsie, NY

A great assortment of used postcards, many with handwritten messages from the period. All protected in plastic sleeves ready for display.

This lot can be personally previewed from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the DCHS Headquarters 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.

VALUE $200

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Four Tickets to One "Concert On The Lawn" or "Daytime Festival" during the 2025 Caramoor Summer Season!

Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts is a destination for exceptional music, captivating programs, spectacular gardens and grounds, and wonderful moments with friends and family. It enriches the lives of its audiences through innovative and diverse musical performances of the highest quality. Its mission also includes mentoring young professional musicians and providing educational programs for young children centered around music. Audiences are invited to explore the lush grounds, tour the historic Rosen House, enjoy a pre-concert picnic, and discover beautiful music in the relaxed settings of the Venetian Theater, Spanish Courtyard, Music Room of the Rosen House, and the magnificent gardens.

The story of Caramoor, the Rosens, Lucie’s Theremin, the Art Collections, and their histories are rich and diverse. History continues to be written, with Inspiring transformations taking place in the Rosen House and on the grounds, in Caramoor’s financial footing, and through innovative new Sound Art and community engagement initiatives.

Winning bidder must complete certificate. This certificate is not redeemable for cash. Caramoor reserves the right to exclude certain performances. The certificate was created before the completion of the 2025 schedule and therefore certain concerts may not be eligible. https://caramoor.org/

VALUE $220

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One Year Family Membership to the Preservation Society of Newport County, Rhode Island

Travel to Newport, RI and see the historic mansions with your Preservation Society of Newport County Family Membership!

* NOTE - MEMBERSHIP MUST BE ACTIVATED BY November 30, 2024.

The Preservation Society of Newport County is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect, preserve, and present an exceptional collection of house museums and landscapes in Newport, Rhode Island. The Preservation Society holds in public trust the Newport Mansions which are an integral part of the living fabric of Newport. These sites exemplify three centuries of the finest achievements in American architecture, decorative arts, and landscape design spanning the colonial era to the Gilded Age.

Of the 11 historic properties and landscapes – seven are National Historic Landmarks and all trace America’s architectural and social development from the colonial era through the Gilded Age. In keeping with its mission, the Society strives to offer its members and the public a comprehensive view of each property’s architecture, interiors, landscapes and social history.

Family membership includes basic benefits for two adults and all children (or grandchildren) ages 6-17. *NOTE - Membership must be activated by November 30, 2024.

As a member, you receive: Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year; North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM) membership; Access to 48-hour pre-sale for tickets to The Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select Special Events; Complimentary access to all Preservation Society virtual programming; Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets; $5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (In-person purchase only); The ability to rent a Preservation Society property; 10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café; Invitations to members-only events and programming; Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society. https://www.newportmansions.org/

VALUE $199

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Private Tour of Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center for up to 10 people in Ridgefield, CT

Located on four beautiful acres in the Cultural District of Ridgefield, CT, Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center shares the stories of our site’s former residents with visitors, connecting local and national, past and present. The Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center is a vibrant museum that interprets hundreds of years of American history, with particular strengths in the Revolutionary War era and early 20th century. Your tour to be scheduled between March and November 2025 on a mutually agreeable date and time.

VALUE $150

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Putnam History Museum Family Membership, Cold Spring, NY

The Putnam History Museum is commited to preserving and championing the history of Putnam County, the Hudson Highlands, and the West Point Foundry, a National Historic Landmark.

Your Family Membership includes: Private history hike at one of the following locations: West Point Foundry, Little Stony Point, Fahnestock State Park, Benedict Arnold’s Flight, North & South Revolutionary War Redoubts, Garrison’s Landing & Arden Point. History Hikes also come with complimentary PHM water bottles for up to 6 guests.

VALUE $100

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Private Viewing Tour of Sue & Rob Doyle's 19thC Hudson River School Painting Collection, Fishkill NY.

A personal Viewing Tour of the 19thC Hudson River School paintings collection of Sue & Rob Doyle at their home in Fishkill, NY for you and up to eight of your guests.

This lifetime collection numbers over fifty framed examples by many different artists including Frank Anderson (1844-91), Julie Hart Beers (1835-1913), Alfred Thompson Bricher (1837-1908), Norton Bush (1834-1894), Johann Hermann Carmiencke (1810-67), George Lafayette Clough (1824-1901), Edmund C. Coates (1816-1871), Jasper Francis Cropsey (1823-1900), Johann Mongels Culverhouse (1820-1891), Victor DeGrailly (1804-1889), Asher Brown Durand (1796-1886), plus the rest of the alphabet of 19thC Hudson River landscapes painters.

You and your guests will get to view, learn, and have ample opportunity to ask questions about paintings of particular interest. Plan for visiting for up to three hours. Date and time to be determined by you and the Doyles any time before December 31, 2025.

Learn about the Hudson River School of Artists at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hudson_River_School

VALUE $200

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One Week Vacation Rental at Ram’s Horn Village, Estes Park, Colorado

This Five Star - Gold Crown rated property is strategically situated high in the Rocky Mountains, north of Denver, CO, and backs up to the beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park. This two bedroom, two bath townhouse comes completely furnished and outfitted with everything you will need for an enjoyable stay. The unit accommodates up to six people when utilizing the living room sofa bed. Ram’s Horn Village has many unique amenities and is conveniently located within a short walk to downtown Estes Park.

The successful bidder shall contact the owner, Rob Doyle, to schedule the week, based on availability, in the calendar years of 2025 or 2026 (Bidder's choice of years). Arrangements must be made by December 15th of 2025 in securing the desired week. All weeks are from Friday to Friday.

Link to resort: https://www.luxuryestesparkcabins.com/.

Link to Estes Park info: https://estes-park.com/

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Estes_Park,_Colorado

VALUE $1,500

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Private Tour of Historic "Collin’s Estate" for up to 8 People, Unionvale, NY

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to view the interior and grounds of this unique, private home. Enjoy light refreshments while touring this 1840 three-story homestead built by 60 workmen who lived on the property for 3 years until completion. Learn the history from illustrated historical storyboards. Bring your camera to save memories of your group visit.

George Collins, a Quaker, built the Greek Revival home over three years from 1837 with an encampment of 60 men living onsite. Through marriage over generations, the house became home to other dynastic county families like Campbell and Adriance. The family’s constant and perpetual vigilance in protecting letters, photographs, and oral traditions, allow you to get a personal insight into the home’s occupants that is rarely available.

Meet the owners while enjoying up to two hours at this historic homestead. Successful bidder will be connected with the property owner to schedule the date and time of your visit.

VALUE $400

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Poughkeepsie Four Corners Historic Walking Tour for 8 People

Step into the past with local historian Antonia Mauro and your group of up to 8 adults to revisit what remains and what was lost during the urban renewal movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Beginning with the mid-19th century, encounter the rich history in one of Poughkeepsie’s most interesting neighborhoods. Your walking tour will start at Main and Vassar Streets, strolling over to Mill Street, then south to Main again. Hear stories that span nearly 150 years including the Vassar Brewery, the Schrauth family and their ice cream legacy, the former Cusack Hotel, Eastman Business College, and the "Old Clock Tower" First Reformed Church.

View the facades of historic architecture including the Vassar Institute, the Cunneen Hackett Center and 19th century buildings on Mill Street, Lafayette Place and Main Street. After the tour enjoy refreshments at Zeus Brewery with your gift certificate! Tour will take place during October or November, 2025 at 2:00PM.

VALUE $300

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Three Meissen Demitasse Cup & Saucers & Sugar Bowl, Pickup Only, Rhinebeck, NY

Three Meissen Porcelain Demitasse Cups & Saucers with scalloped edge and gilt gold rim. Marked on bottom with blue crossed swords. Cups measure 2" tall & 3" wide. Saucer measures 4" wide. Excellent condition.

Meissen Covered Sugar Bowl with Flower Finial. Marked on bottom with blue crossed swords. Measures 3.5" tall & 3.5" wide. Tiny flea bites to flower finial.

This lot can be personally previewed from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the DCHS Headquarters 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.

VALUE $250

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Herend Green Chinese Bouquet Cache Pot Planter, Pickup Only, Rhinebeck, NY

Vintage Herend Cache Pot. Hand painted in the Green Chinese Bouquet design with gilt gold rim. Measures approx: 6" Tall and 8" Wide. Excellent Condition.

This lot can be personally previewed from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the DCHS Headquarters 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.

VALUE $250

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Large Antique Wooden Sign from Elmendorph Inn, Red Hook NY

Antique Wood Sign from Elmendorph Inn, Red Hook NY. The piece measures approx: 36" tall by 26" wide. Chipping to paint and surface wear to the front of the sign. Small chip to wood border at top left side.

This lot can be personally previewed from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the DCHS Headquarters 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.

Value $250

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Autographed "Pete Seeger" Fender Guitar, New w/Box & Carrying Case, Pickup Only, Rhinebeck, NY

This lot can be personally previewed from Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the DCHS Headquarters 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.

Learn more about Pete Seeger here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pete_Seeger

VALUE $300

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Private Tour for 8 - Beacon Historical Society Collections & Self Guided "Nobody's Fool" Movie Walking Tour, Beacon, NY

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Beacon Historical Society and Nobody’s Fool Archives and Walking Tour. Visit the Beacon Historical Society for a private tour of up to eight at our headquarters. View the current exhibition and get a behind-the-scenes tour of our archival collection that focuses on the history of Beacon and the antecedent villages of Matteawan and Fishkill Landing. A special exhibition will be on display of photos and ephemera of the making of the 1994 film Nobody’s Fool starring Paul Newman, Bruce Willis, and Jessica Tandy. Guests will receive a self-guided walking tour map of buildings featured in the film. To be used between December 2024 and June 2025. https://www.beaconhistorical.org/

VALUE $200

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Two-hour Private Hands-On Farm Tour for up to 4 at Elk Ravine Farm in Amenia, NY.

The tour consists of a horse-drawn carriage ride (weather permitting), hands on interaction with pygmy goats, flemish giant rabbits, Sicilian donkeys, water buffalo and scottish highland cattle. Jim Archer, owner of Elk Ravine Farm writes, "In the northeast corner of Dutchess County in Amenia, New York, you can find our family’s working farm. In addition to our herd of Scottish Highland cattle, the farm is also home to our driving horses and other animals. It boasts 90 picturesque acres of pastures, meadows, woodlands, and wetlands with ponds and streams. We are proud to be part of the Dutchess Land Conservancy program." Place your bid today on this unique experience!

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VALUE $250

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Private Tour for 8 of Sugar Shack Maple Syrup Farm, Amenia, NY

Visit the Sugar Shack at Home Farm, the Strauss family farm in Amenia. Learn about the modern methods of collecting and processing the sap from the Sugar Bush, with farmer and veterinarian Julian Strauss as your guide on this one hour tour. Take home some complimentary samples of the pure amber delights of syrup and sugar!

Tour for up to eight people and must be used between February and early March of 2025. Rob Doyle, President of DCHS says, "My family was blessed with winning this unique experience last year. It was wonderful. We learned a lot. What is the window of time for tapping the trees? What does the total process entail? What are the challenges? How much can be produced? Julian was an excellent guide and educator."

VALUE $200

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Barn Tour of a Private Collection of Hudson Valley Carriages & Sleighs, Wappingers, NY

Entering into Dick Lahey's barn in Wappingers, is truly stepping back in time. Collecting for over 50 years, Dick has amassed an impressive collection of Hudson Valley Carriages and Sleighs. Scouring the old estates in Dutchess County, he has found many examples of carriages made by local craftsmen in the 1860s-1900. You'll be amazed by the handcrafted detail and to Dick's dedication to preserving these relics of the past. Your first stop will be the ground floor of the barn where he stores all of the carriage accessories like Carriage Lights, Saddles, Stirrups, Harnesses, Blankets, and Clothing. The room next door stores some of his best examples of local carriages. See the carriage of the Lamont Family, former owners of the large estate Altamont in Millbrook. Costing more than the average person made in a year at the time, the carriage is a great example of how the "Hill Toppers" of Millbrook lived. Climbing up to the second floor of the barn is something to behold. Over two dozen carriages and sleighs line the sides of this long barn. There are examples of carriages made in Beacon & Hughsonville, Horse Drawn Sleighs that have been used in feature films, and many carriages from the large estates in the area. If the carriages weren't impressive enough, the walls are covered with early photographs, prints and advertising from the 1800s, showing the carriages presenting before you. As stellar of a collection that Dick has, its his wealth of knowledge of the subject that leaves you fully impressed. Don't miss the chance to see this hidden museum right here in Dutchess County.

Dick has generously allowed a group of up to 20 people to come see his private collection. Tour will be approximately One Hour in length. Please note there is a staircase to the second story of the barn. Plan your tour during nice weather as the barn is not temperature controlled.

VALUE $300

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Private Art Viewing for 6: Portrait Sculptures by American Sculptor Jo Davidson, Amenia, NY.

This exclusive tour for 6 guests will primarily show busts of famous people from the 1920s to 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. Winning bidder will coordinate their visit with the owner between April and October of 2025. Rob Doyle, President of DCHS says, "I purchased this unique experience last year and 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 on your visit to the Strauss' Farm." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Davidson

https://www.fdrfourfreedomspark.org/jo-davidson.

VALUE $300

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Private Tour for 6 at Wethersfield Main House & Garden, Amenia, NY

Enjoy a private guided tour for up to six people of the impressive Wethersfield Mansion and their expansive gardens. When stepping out the back door of this stately manor you are greeted with the old world charm of a true English Garden. Spend the day wandering the bridal paths and hiking trails. Take in the fresh air and feel as if you are on a European vacation in the English countryside, right here in Dutchess County. Nestled in 1,000 acres of rolling hills in rural New York State, Wethersfield Estate and Garden provides visitors, visionaries, artists, and residents an opportunity to reflect on the importance of natural and classical artistic beauty as a crucial means of human expression for our times. We identify the next generation of horticulturalists working to create and employ innovative practices in gardening with a view to strengthening responsible stewardship of land, conservation, and more.

Tour participants should plan to dedicate two hours for the tours, and are welcome to stay longer to enjoy the gardens, explore the hiking trails, or have a picnic lunch. Mutually agreeable date to be coordinated with Wethersfield between June and October of 2025. https://www.wethersfield.org/

VALUE $400

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