“Frederic Church’s Olana: Art, Ecology and the Native Forest” presented by Sean Sawyer, PhD., Washburn and Susan Oberwager President of the Olana Partnership A National Historic Landmark and New York State Historic Site, Olana, is the masterwork of Frederic Church (1826 -1900), America’s most famous artists of the mid-19th century. As a painter, Church defined […]
A handful of fascinating creatures once inhabited the Catskill Mountain region, but have disappeared over the last three centuries. Join Justin Wexler, educator at Wild Hudson Valley, around the campfire to learn about these animals, their impact on local ecosystems, and their role in indigenous folklore and land use. Justin Wexler is a life-long resident […]
Remembering our mountain top history through recipes passed down through generations. Marianna Radelich Leman, of Albergo Allegria Hotel & Restaurant, will recount the stories of “heritage hospitality & heritage cooking” on the mountain top. Recipes reimagined & prepared by Terrence Maul, of Pantry on Main Monday, August 26, 2024, at the red barn on the […]
The founding members of the U.S. Chef Ski Club sit down with Sean Mahoney to discuss their 50-year legacy at Hunter Mountain and around the world. At the MTHS's Ulster & Delaware Train Station.
2024 marks the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Catskill Mountain House Hotel. In the second installment of two presentations, Jim Planck, Vice-President of the Greene County Historical Society, will describe the history leading up to the construction of one of America’s first resort destinations. Jim Planck is also the current editor of the GCHS […]
Hike Leader: George Hewitt Difficulty: Difficult (6.8 miles RT with a 1,800’ elevation gain and rock scrambles) Description: The hike will begin at the parking lot at the end of Spruceton Road in West Kill, proceed up past Diamond Notch FaIls to the summit of West Kill Mountain. After the hike, for those interested, we […]
Join us for the 12th Annual Postcard Show at the Ulster & Delaware Train Station on the MTHS campus. The MTHS will also be selling ephemera from its attic in a special sale. A $3 entry fee will be charged at the door. Vendors contact John Duda at johnalmathduda@gmail.com
Hike Leader: Bob Gildersleeve Difficulty: Moderate Description: This can take two different paths. We can go from the Mountain House site to Boulder Rock by way of the abandoned trail called the "Circuit of South Mountain" and possibly on to the Hotel Kaaterskill grounds. The girls who were summer workers at the Catskill Mountain House […]
Get to know the “true” story behind sleepy Rip, his dog Wolf and the mysterious ninepin bowling Dutchmen. Vintage and antique Rip Van Winkle books, films and art will be on display. Ol' Rip might even make an appearance too! Attendees and readers are encouraged to dress like Rip Van Winkle, Dame Winkle or Wolf. […]
This is a virtual Zoom presentation. Please make sure to register so you can receive a link via email to attend. All are welcome. In this presentation author and professor Evan Pritchard (of Mi'kmaq descent) will screen selections from an original film matching western classical music to photos of the Catskill's indigenous stone cairns, based […]
