Ms. Carle delivers wit and humor as she demonstrates and discusses the dress, lifestyle, and etiquette of the Edwardian era. Ms. Carle is an actress and historian from East Haddam, Ct. Her one woman show has received rave reviews. Check out her website at KandieCarle.com. Prepaid registration is required for this event. $25 members $35...
Tom Tyler, State Parks and Public Outreach Division – Conn DEEP, will give a presentation on the State Parks of Connecticut and all they offer to residents of Connecticut and visitors. So much to see, so much to do. From hiking, biking, camping and numerous activities, the speaker will present an informational program on the...
We're Fully Booked for the 27th! Check Back for Future Events! Join us on TUESDAY, JUNE 27 for a tour of Eolia Mansion followed by an iced tea luncheon provided by Ivy’s Catering. Please choose from one of the following times: 11:30 am 12:30 pm 1:30 pm RSVP by Tuesday, June 20. $30 per person
Sign up for our annual members picnic! Hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, rolls, condiments, and soft drinks provided by FOH. Come and relax, enjoy some music, mingle with friends, and eat some good food! Members are asked to bring a side dish for sharing. BYOB. Members only $5.00 pre-registration required by JULY 5. We also...
Join us on TUESDAY, JULY 18 for a tour of Eolia Mansion followed by an iced tea luncheon provided by Ivy’s Catering. Please choose from one of the following times: 11:30 am 12:30 pm 1:30 pm RSVP by Tuesday, July 10. $35 per person If you have a problem using paypal, please contact docent@friendsofharkness.org immediately to...
Our own Marilyn Maginnis presents an historic look at the yachting life of Edward and Mary Harkness.
The September Membership Meeting and 30 year Anniversary Celebration features Jeanne Shelburne, landscape architect and former President of Friends of Harkness, presenting a history of the Early Years of the Friends of Harkness and some of the Friends notable achievements. Memorabilia will be on display, refreshments will be served after the presentation. Presentation begins at...
Join us on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 for a tour of Eolia Mansion followed by an iced tea luncheon provided by Ivy’s Catering.
Stephen Olbrys Gencarella, Associate Professor at UMASS, Amherst. He holds a PhD from Indiana University in Communications, culture and Folklore. His topic: Connecticut- a New England state with a proud history and vibrant culture. But there is more to this place than white church steeples and town greens. In forests and meadows surrounding these quaint...
