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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. 
  • Open Sew at The Castle
    Open Sew at The Castle
    Sun, Sep 13
    Bayside Historical Society
    Do you sew, quilt, or enjoy handwork like embroidery or knitting? Join fellow sewing enthusiasts for an afternoon of creativity and conversation.
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  • Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Sun, Sep 13
    Bayside Historical Society
    Reserve your spot for the September guided tour of The Castle and its exhibitions, conducted by the Bayside Historical Society's staff and volunteers.
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  • Oktoberfest at The Castle
    Oktoberfest at The Castle
    Sun, Sep 20
    Bayside Historical Society
    Oktoberfest is back! After more than 10 years, BHS is bringing back this fun-filled outdoor celebration for the whole family.
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  • BHS Book Club: "The Personal Librarian"
    BHS Book Club: "The Personal Librarian"
    Thu, Sep 24
    Bayside Historical Society
    BHS is starting our first-ever book club! In an effort to make history accessible and fun, we'll be reading historical fiction and biographies, including both classics and contemporary works.
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  • Argentine Tango Class and Performance
    Argentine Tango Class and Performance
    Sun, Sep 27
    Bayside Historical Society
    Dance instructors Silvana Brizuela-Weigel and Juan Alessandrini will showcase the passion and grace of the tango, teach guests a few beginner steps, and invite them to take the dance floor.
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  • Brazilian Forró Dancing — Demonstration and Intro Class
    Brazilian Forró Dancing — Demonstration and Intro Class
    Sun, Oct 04
    Bayside Historical Society
    Dance instructors Raquel Rubio and Brian Dumaual will bring the irresistible rhythms of Brazilian Forró to life before leading guests in a fun, beginner-friendly group class.
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  • Author Talk with David Rocco: Fireboats of the FDNY
    Author Talk with David Rocco: Fireboats of the FDNY
    Thu, Oct 08
    Bayside Historical Society
    Utilizing historic images, author and photographer David Rocco showcases the fascinating evolution of the fireboats of the Fire Department of the City of New York.
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  • Lawrence Cemetery Tour
    Lawrence Cemetery Tour
    Sat, Oct 17
    Lawrence Cemetery
    The Bayside Historical Society is conducting a free guided tour of the historic Lawrence Cemetery, the burial ground of one of Bayside's founding families.
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  • BHS Vintage Car Show 2026
    BHS Vintage Car Show 2026
    Sun, Oct 18
    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.
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  • Open House New York 2026
    Open House New York 2026
    Sun, Oct 18
    Bayside Historical Society
    BHS 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.
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  • Open Sew at The Castle
    Open Sew at The Castle
    Sun, Oct 18
    Bayside Historical Society
    Do you sew, quilt, or enjoy handwork like embroidery or knitting? Join fellow sewing enthusiasts for an afternoon of creativity and conversation.
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  • 25th Annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race & Kids' Fun Run
    25th Annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race & Kids' Fun Run
    Sun, Oct 25
    Bayside Historical Society
    This year is the milestone Silver Anniversary of BHS's annual Halloween-themed 5K foot race, a waterfront course in beautiful, historic Fort Totten Park on Little Neck Bay. Register early and save on entry fees!
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  • Civil War Living History at Fort Totten
    Civil War Living History at Fort Totten
    Sun, Nov 01
    Bayside Historical Society
    BHS welcomes back the Civil War re-enactors of the 67th New York Infantry, First Long Island Volunteers, for a fascinating day of Living History on the grounds of The Castle.
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  • Open Sew at The Castle
    Open Sew at The Castle
    Sun, Nov 08
    Bayside Historical Society
    Do you sew, quilt, or enjoy handwork like embroidery or knitting? Join fellow sewing enthusiasts for an afternoon of creativity and conversation.
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  • Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Second Sunday Castle Tours
    Sun, Nov 08
    Bayside Historical Society
    Reserve your spot for the November guided tour of The Castle and its exhibitions, conducted by the Bayside Historical Society's staff and volunteers.
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Join Our Weekly Yoga Classes

Join Our Weekly Yoga Classes

Monday exercise classes, 12–1 PM (see calendar for exceptions)

Become a Gardening Volunteer

Become a Gardening Volunteer

Seasonal morning and evening gardening sessions, weather permitting

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