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King Manor is pleased to offer once-monthly “Hands-on History” workshops: a series of family-friendly stories, crafts and other activities. Note! Groups require advance reservations.
Sunday, November 30, 1 & 3pm
Urban Park Rangers Tour: The Man of the Manor
Join the Urban Park Rangers and King Manor Museum staff for a seasonal tour of King Manor, featuring theatrical vignettes of nineteenth century life! Free. (note: regular tours will not be offered this day; tours at 1 and 3pm only)
Friday, December 5, 6pm reception, 6:30-7:30 concert
Winter Holiday Concert: Brooklyn Baroque
Join us for an evening of fine music and company -- one of the many ways winter holidays were celebrated in Rufus King's time! Rebecca Pechefsky (harpsichord), Andrew Bolotowsky (baroque flute) and David Bakamjian (Baroque cello) comprise Brooklyn Baroque, and will perform selections popular during King's tenure as Ambassador to Great Britain. Tickets: $15 ($12 KMM members) Sponsored by Astoria Federal Savings Bank.
Saturday, December 13, 12noon - 1pm
Hands-on History: Christmas at the Manor
Come hear popular holiday stories, see King Manor decorated for the winter holidays, make a special holiday craft, and enjoy other winter fun! Free – A special program for families and children!
Please Note: King Manor is closed to the public Thursday, December 25 and Friday December 26. With the exception of groups by reservation, we will be closed to the public through the month of January and will re-open for general tours on Saturday, January 31, 2009.
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