Friday, July 10, 2009
6pm-9pm
Raynham Hall
"For something different-- a little haunting in Oyster Bay"
20 West Main Street
Oyster Bay, NY
See below for website
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Raynham Hall Museum is a 22 room Victorian villa located in the quaint and picturesque village of Oyster Bay. From its humble beginnings in 1738 as a four room structure, the home has a rich legacy of culture, espionage and reputedly, supernatural activity. Known in the colonial period as "The Townsend Homestead," the house served as British headquarters during the American Revolution for several months and saw the likes of characters such as Colonel Robert Graves Simcoe and Major John Andre passing through its halls. Benedict Arndold's plot to sabotage George Washington's army is rumored to have been overheard by one of Townsend's daughters, Sally, who reported it back to her brother Robert, member of The Culper Spy Ring. The home was expanded and updated in 1850 by
Solomon Townsend, the original owner's grandson.
Raynham Hall Museum claims three "firsts." America's First Valentine, which was given to Sally by Colonel Simcoe; Oyster Bay's first running water and Oyster Bay's first Christmas tree. Not only has the building been British headquarters, but functioned also at one point as a tea room and headquarters for the Oyster Bay chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. In 1950, the building was transformed into a museum and is currently owned and maintained by the Town. A non-profit organization, The Friends of Raynham Hall Museum operates from the building and provides educational programs and events to nearly 10,000 visitors a year. It is the only house museum on Long Island to be accredited by the American Association of Museums. Raynham Hall also boasts being "the most haunted place on Long Island." Numerous paranormal groups have been intrigued by unexplained happenings and sightings in the building. The historic site has been featured on several programs aired on the History Channel and A&E and continues to draw visitors hoping to contact Sally or one of the other ghosts who still calls Raynham Hall home. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don't forget to invite your friends! Remember it's free for members and $10 for non-members. For Information: http://www.raynhamhallmuseum.org/ If you are interested in becoming a member, email Claudia and she will give you the information. Named in honor of Clio, the Greco- Roman muse of history, THE CLIO CIRCLE is for people age 23-35 who wish to socialize and network in an interesting & stimulating environment It is sponsored by Huntington's Historical Societies and Museums. |
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