"Historic West Farms"
Saturday, April 29, 2013 - 11:00 AM

The settlement of West Farms village by the English, one of the first such in The Bronx, marked the beginning of a colonial era in the borough that would last for almost 120 years. From the American Revolution to the Civil War, the village of West Farms was involved in many major developments in American history. BCHS Educator Angel Hernandez will begin the tour at the West Farms Square #2 and #5 elevated train station, street level, on the northeast corner.

"Special Bronx Week Tour of Historic Mott Haven"
Saturday, May 11, 2013 – 1:30 PM

Come and celebrate Bronx Week with the Bronx Borough Historian Lloyd Ultan on a walking tour through the historic South Bronx Mott Haven neighborhood. Once part of the ancient farmlands of Jonas Bronck, the area is filled with exciting New York and American history. This tour begins at the southeast corner of East 138th Street and Third Avenue, outside the downtown subway station entrance of the #6 train.

Valedictorian Awards Program at the Museum of Bronx History

BCHS Annual Golf Event at
the Split Rock Golf Course

Museum of Bronx History / The Valentine-Varian House
3266 Bainbridge Avenue
The Bronx, New York 10467
(718) 881-8900

Open Saturday 10AM-4PM
Sunday 1PM-5PM

The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
Poe Park
2640 Grand Concourse
The Bronx, New York 10458
(718) 881-8900

Open Saturday 10AM-4PM
Sunday 1PM-5PM

The following three public lectures will be held at
The Bronx Archives Building
located at 3313 Bainbridge Avenue,
The Bronx, New York 10467. For directions,
please call (718) 881- 8900

“A RETROSPECT OF BRONX IMAGERY”
Saturday, February 9, 2013 - 11:00 AM
Daniel Hauben, noted artist and Bronx native, will share his experience and work with an illustrated presentation and lecture.

"THE GRAND CONCOURSE AND BOULEVARD THROUGH ITS HISTORY"
Saturday, March 16, 2013 - 11:00 AM
Historic preservation consultant Hansel Hernandez discusses the history of the famous roadway, and its present historic buildings, monuments, and architectural heritage.

“THE LEGACY OF THE PICCIRILLI BROTHERS IN THE BRONX”
Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 11:00 AM
Join Bill and Mary Carroll as they highlight the legacy of the famous family of sculptors whose works continue to amaze the unsuspecting public. A personal vignette offered by Jerry Capa, a personal friend of Attilio Piccirilli, follows this lecture.

PASTIMES & PLEASURES –
HAVING FUN IN THE BRONX

This exhibition celebrates the many enjoyments The Bronx had to offer over the years.

Now through October 20th

HISTORY WOVEN IN CLOTH
Selections from the Textile Collection of
The Bronx County Historical Society

OCTOBER 23, 2013 - APRIL 6, 2014
Opening reception – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23TH
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM