Chawme Gishcuch, Under the Shad Moon
Sun, Apr 21
|River Edge
Demonstrations by historians, exhibits and children's takeaway activities.
Time & Location
Apr 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
River Edge, 1201 Main St, River Edge, NJ 07661, USA
Guests
About the Event
Join the Bergen County Historical Society as we celebrate Chwame Gischuch: Under the Shad Moon.
Primitive Technologist Steve Adams will be speaking throughout the day on The Material Culture of Prehistory. He will be demonstrating the use of stone tools and flint knapping as well as the working of plant fibers.
On display for viewing in the state historic 1752 Steuben House will be Revolutionary War artifacts as well as Native American artifacts from the society’s extensive collection.
Visit with historian Arthur Kirmss from Long Island, as he demonstrates the Native American and colonial craft of wampum bead making.
Stop by the Westervelt-Thomas Barn to see a broom making demonstration and be sure to visit with the blacksmith on site to see what he is making.
Tour the Campbell-Christie House and visit the gift shop while you enjoy refreshments including donuts, cornbread, and lemonade throughout the day.
Tickets
Under the Shad Moon
From $7.50 to $12.50
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+$0.31 ticket service fee
$7.50
+$0.19 ticket service fee
BCHS-Member
$0.00
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