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Upcoming Events
Performances, lectures, activities, social gatherings, family programs, and local events engage visitors at the Castle, and cultivate appreciation for our area’s historic and cultural resources.
Programs are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, by Council Members Vickie Paladino, Linda Lee, and the NYC Council Queens Delegation.
- Multiple DatesSat, Oct 04Bayside Historical SocietyCome join our fun and rewarding Saturday morning fall gardening sessions and connect with fellow community members who share a love for nature and gardening.
- Sat, Oct 04Lawrence CemeteryBayside Historical Society is conducting a free guided tour of the historic Lawrence Cemetery, the burial ground of one of Bayside's founding families.
- Sat, Oct 11Fort Totten Soccer FieldsBHS welcomes back the New York Mutuals for a historical re-creation of a baseball game the way it was played back in the 1860s. Join us at Fort Totten Park to cheer on the players!
- Sun, Oct 19Bayside Historical SocietyBayside Historical Society will participate in this year's Open House New York Weekend by offering free guided tours of The Castle at Fort Totten Park, its headquarters since 1984.
- Sun, Oct 19Bayside Historical SocietyAre you into quilting, sewing, or embroidery? Come together with other sewing enthusiasts for an afternoon of crafting and socializing. Seamstresses and quilters of all levels are welcome.
- Wed, Oct 22Bayside Historical SocietyJoin BHS, the Greek Elder Care Network Book Club, and the Hellenic American Project for an engaging interview with Maria Smilios, author of "The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses who Helped Cure Tuberculosis."
- Sun, Oct 26Bayside Historical SocietyBHS's Halloween-themed 5K foot race is a waterfront course in beautiful, historic Fort Totten Park on Little Neck Bay. The Kids' Fun Run is for tiny tots and children up to 12. Halloween costumes are encouraged for adults and kids! Register early and save on entry fees.
- Sun, Nov 02Bayside Historical SocietyBayside Historical Society welcomes back the Civil War re-enactors of the 67th New York Infantry, First Long Island Volunteers, for a fascinating day of Living History.
- Sun, Nov 09Bayside Historical SocietyAre you into quilting, sewing, or embroidery? Come together with other sewing enthusiasts for an afternoon of crafting and socializing. Seamstresses and quilters of all levels are welcome.
- Sun, Nov 09Bayside Historical SocietyReserve your spot for the November guided tour of The Castle and its exhibitions, conducted by the Bayside Historical Society staff and volunteers.
- Sun, Nov 16Bayside Historical SocietyRide back in time with BHS's annual classic car show! A variety of vintage and antique automobiles will be showcased on the lawn of The Castle at Fort Totten.
- Sun, Nov 23Bayside Historical SocietyThe Bayside Historical Society welcomes back the Ensemble Yeon for an uplifting Passport Concert that traces the voices of immigrants across continents and centuries.
- Sat, Dec 06Bayside Historical SocietyBHS welcomes our holiday elves (aka, the Key Club of Bayside High School and their Moderator Steve Jacoby) to assist with beautifying The Castle for the holidays.
- Sun, Dec 07Bayside Historical SocietyCelebrate the holiday season with the Bayside Historical Society at a fun-filled day of festive crafts for kids, music, games, snacks, storytelling, and a special visit from Santa!
- Sun, Dec 14Bayside Historical SocietyAre you into quilting, sewing, or embroidery? Come together with other sewing enthusiasts for an afternoon of crafting and socializing. Seamstresses and quilters of all levels are welcome.
- Sun, Dec 14Bayside Historical SocietyReserve your spot for the December guided tour of The Castle and its exhibitions, conducted by the Bayside Historical Society staff and volunteers.
Browse through our archives of past events at Bayside Historical Society
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