Absolute Auctions – Dutchess County Historical Society Fundraising Auction
Bid Now! Online From Anywhere, Ending November 5 @ 6 PM
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RHINEBECK, N.Y. — The Dutchess County Historical Society (DCHS) is presenting its annual online auction of unique historical experiences, antiques and gift cards, culminating on November 5. More than 100 diverse lots are available to bidders, with all proceeds directed towards advancing the DCHS mission to preserve and share the rich history of Dutchess County. This event, a cornerstone of the society’s annual fundraising efforts, allows it to further its mission independently as a not-for-profit organization, without relying on federal, state or county funding.

The auction presents a rare opportunity to explore historic properties through exclusive, private tours that are typically not open to the public. These properties have been meticulously adorned with period-appropriate art and antiques, creating a truly immersive experience for successful bidders and their guests.

Highlights of the auction catalog include a private tour for eight at Edgewater Mansion in Barrytown, N.Y. Dating back to 1824, this historic mansion’s opulent dining room and elegantly decorated sitting rooms are a sight to behold. Explore areas not typically accessible to the public and wander the estate’s grounds.

Delve into history with a private behind-the-ropes tour for four at the 1709 “Madame Brett Homestead” in Beacon, N.Y. As the oldest standing building in southern Dutchess County, it offers a captivating glimpse into colonial life.

Behind-the-Rope Tours: Small groups can explore Dutchess County’s historic homesteads and estates, including Locust Grove, the former home of Samuel F.B. Morse.

Historical Walking Tours: Several walking tours are available in historic hamlets, villages, campuses and museums, including a private art tour at Vassar College and two city of Poughkeepsie walking tours led by experienced historians. Most of these experiences include refreshments.

Complementing the “unique experiences,” the auction includes gift certificates to local restaurants and a wide range of other goods and services.

Antiques for collectors include a Nineteenth Century Riedinger & Caire Poughkeepsie, N.Y., #2 blue-decorated double-handled crock, hailing from the private collection of Judge James Brands; and rare finds like an 1887 $1 Silver Certificate featuring Martha Washington.

Fine art aficionados can enjoy unique experiences at Olana, the home of artist Frederick Church, the Thomas Cole Historic Site, Lyndhurst Mansion, Hudson River Museum, Preservation Society of Newport, County, R.I., Putnam History Museum, Kingston Maritime Museum and an exclusive viewing of Nineteenth Century American Hudson River view paintings in a private home with refreshments.

For information, 914-474-4978 or www.dchsny.org.

100% of the auction proceeds benefit the DCHS. Every lot sells to the highest bidder. Gift certificates to restaurants, Historic walking tours, Behind the Ropes and Behind the Scenes historic tours, Spinning wheel, College history tour, Bardavon Opera House performance package, Vassar Art Tour. The DCHS does not receive any Federal, State or County funding. It relies solely on donations, membership dues and private sponsorships from people like you. Please support the 100+ year old “Mission” of the DCHS that has “collected, preserved and interpreted the history of Dutchess County, NY, from the period of the arrival of the first Native Americans until the present day.”; and much more!
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