Events
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The Rankins of Cherry Hill: Struggling with the Loss of their World
Location
Historic Cherry Hill
523 1/2 South Pearl St.
Albany, NY 12202
County: Albany
Region: Upper Hudson
Date(s)
- August 31, 2024, 12:00PM
Free, self-guided tours and use of the historic gardens and grounds for bird watching and picnicking.
Details
Event Type Historic Site Tour/History Description The Rankins of Cherry Hill: Struggling with the Loss of their World tour tells the story of how the last two generations at Cherry Hill responded to social, economic, and personal change at the turn of the 20th century. Artifacts in each room vividly tell the story of Catherine Rankin’s loss of her wealth and near loss of her ancestral home—and her family’s struggle to regain their financial standing and restore Cherry Hill to its colonial grandeur- while watching industry and an immigrant working class neighborhood grow up around the property. This “warts and all” tour addresses such topics as immigration, women’s suffrage, American identity, and the roots of prejudice. Organization Hosting the Event Historic Cherry Hill Phone Number (518) 434-4791 Contact Email meghan@historiccherryhill.orgRegistration
While advanced registration is recommended, walk-ins are welcome. Tours begin promptly on the hour. Registration is available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/struggling-with-the-loss-of-their-world-may-6-thru-nov-26-2022-tickets-325273270107. For more information please visit our website www.historiccherryhill.org or call 518-434-4791General Admission is $6. Tours are free for SNAP recipients (Museums for All), Blue Star families, and current members of HCH, AAM, and MANY, and discounted for seniors, students and AAA members. Self-guided use of the grounds is free.
Additional Information
Event Duration (hours): 1
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: Tours are most appropriate for visitors ages 10+
Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Portion
Additional Wheelchair Info: The first level of the historic house is accessible to some visitors with limited mobility, and materials are available to explore the rest of the house virtually.