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The Morris-Jumel Mansion presents:
Redcoats on the Rocks or How Geology Influenced the Battles and Troop Movements in New York City During The Revolutionary War – A slide-illustrated lecture with Sidney Horenstein.
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion Museum
65 Jumel Terrace
New York, NY 10032
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
at
Morris-Jumel Mansion Museum
65 Jumel Terrace
New York, NY 10032
New York City has a complex geologic history that extends back 1.1 billion years. The present landscape is the sum of all the events that took place resulting in the modern-day topography. In this slide-illustrated presentation, we will see how New York’s topography and its underlying structure were a major influence in the events of the American Revolution
This program is free but reservations are required.
Please call Linda Huntington at (212) 927-9568 for more information and reservations.
These programs are made possible through the generosity of the Greenacre Foundation.
Sidney Horenstein, Geologist and Educator Emeritus at the American Museum of Natural History, is widely known and respected for his vast knowledge of the history and natural science of New York. Rock hounds, history buffs, and folks who are just curious about their environment all find Mr. Horenstein’s programs fascinating.
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The Lucille Armstrong Story
Thursday February 21st, 2008
7:00-8:00pm
at
The Morris-Jumel Mansion
65 Jumel Terrace
New York, NY 10032
Lucille grew up in Queens and became the first dark-skinned dancer at the Cotton Club and traveled the world with her husband. She created a comfortable home life for them in Corona where they spent the rest of their lives. After Louis’ death, she tirelessly promoted his legacy. Today, the house is a national historic and NYC landmark, thanks to early efforts of Lucille Armstrong.
Join Ms. Carolyn Carter-Kennedy
NYC Educator and Armstrong Docent, for an informative presentation on the life and contributions of Lady Armstrong, the wife of jazz great Louis Armstrong.
This program is free but advanced registration is required. Please call 212 923-8008 for reservations or more information.
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