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Upcoming at Van Wyck Homestead Museum
Themed Tour

Docent Orientation

May 16 at 10am

At Van Wyck Homestead Museum

Fishkill

"staff know their history"
Enoch Crosby inspired Cooper's novel "Spy"
Museum only open weekends

Step behind the scenes of a Revolutionary War landmark. This orientation trains new docents to share the Van Wyck Homestead's rich history with visitors, from colonial life to its role in America's founding.

What are you into?

  • Revolutionary War history
  • Colonial homestead
  • Volunteer opportunity
  • Museum training
  • Van Wyck Homestead Museum
  • Fishkill
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