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Montgomery Place Innovators and Influencers: Downing, Davis, Gilson, and White
Location
https://www.bard.edu/montgomeryplace/
55 Gardener Way
Red Hook, NY 12571
County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
- October 1, 2023, 10:30AM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description Long before there was online shopping, there were print catalogs; before the internet there were journals; before social media there were social circles; and before podcasts there were dinner parties. Meet some of the visitors and residents (both voluntary and forced) who made significant contributions to life at Montgomery Place while also shaping a wider worldview of their special field of interest. Highlighted personalities will include: A. J. Downing, landscape designer and founding journalist; A. J. Davis, architect and A-List invitee; Alexander Gilson, slave descendant, businessman, and ground breaking gardener; Violetta White Delafield, female scientist, pioneering mycologist, and outdoor wellness advocate. Organization Hosting the Event Bard College Montgomery Place Campus Phone Number (845) 758-7179Additional Information
Additional Equipment Required: Additional equipment: Wear comfortable walking shoes and long pants.Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 7
Boots Needed: No
Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No