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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. 
  • Gardening Day at The Castle
    Gardening Day at The Castle
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 04
    Bayside Historical Society
    Come join our fun and rewarding Saturday morning fall gardening sessions and connect with fellow community members who share a love for nature and gardening.
  • Lawrence Cemetery Tour
    Lawrence Cemetery Tour
    Sat, Oct 04
    Lawrence Cemetery
    Bayside Historical Society is conducting a free guided tour of the historic Lawrence Cemetery, the burial ground of one of Bayside's founding families.
  • 19th Century Base Ball Game
    19th Century Base Ball Game
    Sat, Oct 11
    Fort Totten Soccer Fields
    BHS 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!
  • Open House New York 2025
    Open House New York 2025
    Sun, Oct 19
    Bayside Historical Society
    Bayside 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.
  • Open Sew at The Castle
    Open Sew at The Castle
    Sun, Oct 19
    Bayside Historical Society
    Are 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.
  • An Interview with Maria Smilios, Author of The Black Angels
    An Interview with Maria Smilios, Author of The Black Angels
    Wed, Oct 22
    Bayside Historical Society
    Join 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."
  • 24th Annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race & Kids' Fun Run
    24th Annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race & Kids' Fun Run
    Sun, Oct 26
    Bayside Historical Society
    BHS'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.
  • Civil War Living History at Fort Totten
    Civil War Living History at Fort Totten
    Sun, Nov 02
    Bayside Historical Society
    Bayside 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.
  • Open Sew at The Castle
    Open Sew at The Castle
    Sun, Nov 09
    Bayside Historical Society
    Are 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.
  • Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Sun, Nov 09
    Bayside Historical Society
    Reserve your spot for the November guided tour of The Castle and its exhibitions, conducted by the Bayside Historical Society staff and volunteers.
  • BHS Vintage Car Show 2025
    BHS Vintage Car Show 2025
    Sun, Nov 16
    Bayside Historical Society
    Ride 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.
  • Songs of Immigrants: A Cultural Journey Through Music
    Songs of Immigrants: A Cultural Journey Through Music
    Sun, Nov 23
    Bayside Historical Society
    The Bayside Historical Society welcomes back the Ensemble Yeon for an uplifting Passport Concert that traces the voices of immigrants across continents and centuries.
  • Decorate The Castle for the Holidays (Private Event)
    Decorate The Castle for the Holidays (Private Event)
    Sat, Dec 06
    Bayside Historical Society
    BHS 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.
  • Family Holiday Celebration at The Castle
    Family Holiday Celebration at The Castle
    Sun, Dec 07
    Bayside Historical Society
    Celebrate 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!
  • Open Sew at The Castle
    Open Sew at The Castle
    Sun, Dec 14
    Bayside Historical Society
    Are 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.
  • Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Sun, Dec 14
    Bayside Historical Society
    Reserve 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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