BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rokeby Museum - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Rokeby Museum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rokeby.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rokeby Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260211T171959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202113Z UID:10000093-1784538000-1784905200@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Rokeby Summer Camp — Artists of Rokeby 2026: Session 2 DESCRIPTION:TWO Sessions to Choose from!Session 1: July 13–17\, 2026 (Mon-Fri)9:00am – 3:00pm Session 2: July 20–24 (Mon.–Fri.)9:00 am–3:00 pm  Ages 9–13Tuition: $350/camper or pay what you can; Bring your own lunch; snacks are included.\n\n\n\nJoin Rokeby Museum for a 5-day experience that combines art\, nature\, and hands-on history. Play fun games as you learn about the Robinson artists who walked through these grounds. Take nature walks\, practice birdwatching\, and search for animal tracks as you immerse yourself in the same locations that inspired the Robinsons. Study the Robinsons’ sketches\, scrapbooks\, and paintings\, then try your hand at each medium! \n\n\n\nThe final day of each session will include a pizza party and an exhibition of the campers’ work. \n\n\n\nNo artistic experience required. All supplies are provided. Just bring yourself and be ready to be inspired! \n\n\n\nYou will receive a link to submit payment upon submission of the form below. Please direct all questions to Jonathon Ahl\, Education Programs Manager\, at jahl@rokeby.org or 802.877.3406. \n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Student Name *FirstLastStudent Age *910111213Second Student Name (if applicable)FirstLastSecond Student Age (if applicable)—910111213Third Student Name (if applicable)FirstLastThird Student Age (if applicable)—910111213Session Preference *Session 1: July 13–17\, 2026 (M–F)Session 2: July 20–24\, 2026 (M–F)Parent/Guardian Name *FirstLastContact Email *Mailing Address *Address Line 1Address Line 2CityAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingStateZip CodePhone *Comment or MessageSubmit \n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/rokeby-summer-camp-artists-of-rokeby-2026-session-2/ CATEGORIES:art,community,family,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SUMMER_CAMP_SLIDER_1200x1200_E.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260211T171756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202039Z UID:10000092-1783933200-1784300400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Rokeby Summer Camp — Artists of Rokeby 2026: Session 1 DESCRIPTION:TWO Sessions to Choose from!Session 1: July 13–17\, 2026 (Mon-Fri)9:00am – 3:00pm Session 2: July 20–24 (Mon.–Fri.)9:00 am–3:00 pm  Ages 9–13Tuition: $350/camper or pay what you can; Bring your own lunch; snacks are included.\n\n\n\nJoin Rokeby Museum for a 5-day experience that combines art\, nature\, and hands-on history. Play fun games as you learn about the Robinson artists who walked through these grounds. Take nature walks\, practice birdwatching\, and search for animal tracks as you immerse yourself in the same locations that inspired the Robinsons. Study the Robinsons’ sketches\, scrapbooks\, and paintings\, then try your hand at each medium! \n\n\n\nThe final day of each session will include a pizza party and an exhibition of the campers’ work. \n\n\n\nNo artistic experience required. All supplies are provided. Just bring yourself and be ready to be inspired! \n\n\n\nYou will receive a link to submit payment upon submission of the form below. Please direct all questions to Jonathon Ahl\, Education Programs Manager\, at jahl@rokeby.org or 802.877.3406. \n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Student Name *FirstLastStudent Age *910111213Second Student Name (if applicable)FirstLastSecond Student Age (if applicable)—910111213Third Student Name (if applicable)FirstLastThird Student Age (if applicable)—910111213Session Preference *Session 1: July 13–17\, 2026 (M–F)Session 2: July 20–24\, 2026 (M–F)Parent/Guardian Name *FirstLastContact Email *Mailing Address *Address Line 1Address Line 2CityAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingStateZip CodePhone *Comment or MessageSubmit \n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/rokeby-summer-camp-artists-of-rokeby-2026-session-1/ CATEGORIES:art,community,family,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SUMMER_CAMP_SLIDER_1200x1200_A.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T135411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T135414Z UID:10000087-1777122000-1777125600@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Traveling Book Club at Henry Sheldon Museum: “Deep North: Stories of Somali Resettlement in Vermont\,” edited by Brad Kessler DESCRIPTION:Explore the historic institutions of Addison County with a traveling winter book club! Between January and April we will discuss a book relevant to each historical institution we visit. Dive into American history with a book selected by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum\, cozy up to a welcoming novel at the Bixby\, contemplate social justice at the Rokeby\, and learn about new Vermonters at the Sheldon.  \n\n\n\nEach discussion will take place from 1–2 pm on the last Saturday of each month as a hybrid meeting — come in person for tea and snacks or stay involved online via Zoom. Join all of the meetings or just one! More information and a Zoom link are available with free registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nItinerary & Book List\n\n\n\nJanuary 31 — Lake Champlain Maritime Museum Benedict Arnold’s Navy by James NelsonFebruary 28 — Rokeby Museum Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideMarch 28 — Bixby Memorial Free Library What You are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko AoyamaApril 25 — Henry Sheldon Museum Deep North: Stories of Somali Resettlement in Vermont edited by Brad Kessler \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/traveling-book-club-at-henry-sheldon-museum-deep-north-stories-of-somali-resettlement-in-vermont-edited-by-brad-kessler/ CATEGORIES:community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Traveling-Book-Club-Wide-Calendar-Image-1024x512-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T192812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T202742Z UID:10000090-1775584800-1775588400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2026 Virtual Winter Book Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 17\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, The Message\, by Ta-Nehisi Coates\n\n\n\nThe Message\, by Ta-Nehisi Coates\, in which Coates explores the urgent need to untangle ourselves from the destructive myths that shape our world—and our own souls—and embrace the liberating power of even the most difficult truths. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 17\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\, by Siddharth Kara \n\n\n\nThe Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\, by Siddharth Kara. The series of events that doomed the 1780 journey of the ship\, Zorg\, helped that voyage emerge as the first undeniable argument against slavery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, April\, 7\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\, by Scott Shane\n\n\n\nFlee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\, by Scott Shane\, follows Thomas Smallwood\, who bought his own freedom\, and led many others out of slavery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for virtual book discussions is FREE. When you register\, you will receive a ZOOM link email a few days before each discussion. Attendance at all three discussions is not required to register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *Discussions I'm Interested in AttendingTuesday\, February 17 — “The Message\,” by Ta-Nehisi CoatesTuesday\, March 17 — “The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\,” by Siddharth KaraTuesday\, April 7 — “Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\,” by Scott ShaneComment or MessageI would like to subscribe to the Rokeby eNewsletterYesNoI already receive the eNewsletterSubmit \n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2026-virtual-winter-book-discussion-group-3/ CATEGORIES:abolition,advocacy,Books,community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/26_BOOK_GROUP_LANDING_1320x700.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T195826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T200104Z UID:10000091-1774796400-1774801800@rokeby.org SUMMARY:“A Dramatic Constitution\,” presented by Meg Mott\, Ph.D. DESCRIPTION:Meg Mott\, PhD\, presents “A Dramatic Constitution\,” which invites attendees to consider opposing arguments on the merits of the Constitution and encourages everyone to develop the habits of political engagement through deliberation and adjudication. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\n\n\nAfter twenty years of teaching political theory and constitutional law to Marlboro College undergraduates\, Meg Mott has taken her love of argument to the general public. Her award-winning series Debating Our Rights on the first ten amendments brings civil discussions on contentious issues to public libraries and colleges. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nFree and open to the publicAccessible to those with disabilities \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Dramatic Constitution is a Vermont Humanities program hosted by Rokeby Museum  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/a-dramatic-constitution-presented-by-meg-mott-ph-d/ CATEGORIES:advocacy,Books,community,family,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Constitution-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T133220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T133223Z UID:10000083-1774778400-1774803600@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Free Museum Day DESCRIPTION:Rokeby Museum will be open and free to the public. Bring the whole family to explore the exhibits and grounds\, with free admission. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/free-museum-day-4/ CATEGORIES:community,family,free,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20240523_130449-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T135217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T135220Z UID:10000086-1774702800-1774706400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Traveling Book Club at Bixby Library: “What You are Looking for is in the Library\,” Michiko Aoyama DESCRIPTION:Explore the historic institutions of Addison County with a traveling winter book club! Between January and April we will discuss a book relevant to each historical institution we visit. Dive into American history with a book selected by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum\, cozy up to a welcoming novel at the Bixby\, contemplate social justice at the Rokeby\, and learn about new Vermonters at the Sheldon.  \n\n\n\nEach discussion will take place from 1–2 pm on the last Saturday of each month as a hybrid meeting — come in person for tea and snacks or stay involved online via Zoom. Join all of the meetings or just one! More information and a Zoom link are available with free registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nItinerary & Book List\n\n\n\nJanuary 31 — Lake Champlain Maritime Museum Benedict Arnold’s Navy by James NelsonFebruary 28 — Rokeby Museum Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideMarch 28 — Bixby Memorial Free Library What You are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko AoyamaApril 25 — Henry Sheldon Museum Deep North: Stories of Somali Resettlement in Vermont edited by Brad Kessler \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/traveling-book-club-at-bixby-library-what-you-are-looking-for-is-in-the-library-michiko-aoyama/ CATEGORIES:community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Traveling-Book-Club-Wide-Calendar-Image-1024x512-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T192651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T202708Z UID:10000089-1773770400-1773774000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2026 Virtual Winter Book Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 17\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, The Message\, by Ta-Nehisi Coates\n\n\n\nThe Message\, by Ta-Nehisi Coates\, in which Coates explores the urgent need to untangle ourselves from the destructive myths that shape our world—and our own souls—and embrace the liberating power of even the most difficult truths. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 17\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\, by Siddharth Kara \n\n\n\nThe Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\, by Siddharth Kara. The series of events that doomed the 1780 journey of the ship\, Zorg\, helped that voyage emerge as the first undeniable argument against slavery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, April\, 7\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\, by Scott Shane\n\n\n\nFlee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\, by Scott Shane\, follows Thomas Smallwood\, who bought his own freedom\, and led many others out of slavery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for virtual book discussions is FREE. When you register\, you will receive a ZOOM link email a few days before each discussion. Attendance at all three discussions is not required to register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *Discussions I'm Interested in AttendingTuesday\, February 17 — “The Message\,” by Ta-Nehisi CoatesTuesday\, March 17 — “The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\,” by Siddharth KaraTuesday\, April 7 — “Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\,” by Scott ShaneComment or MessageI would like to subscribe to the Rokeby eNewsletterYesNoI already receive the eNewsletterSubmit \n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2026-virtual-winter-book-discussion-group-2/ CATEGORIES:abolition,advocacy,Books,community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/26_BOOK_GROUP_LANDING_1320x700.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T134551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T134654Z UID:10000084-1772283600-1772287200@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Traveling Book Club at Rokeby Museum: “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store\,” James McBride DESCRIPTION:Explore the historic institutions of Addison County with a traveling winter book club! Between January and April we will discuss a book relevant to each historical institution we visit. Dive into American history with a book selected by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum\, cozy up to a welcoming novel at the Bixby\, contemplate social justice at the Rokeby\, and learn about new Vermonters at the Sheldon.  \n\n\n\nEach discussion will take place from 1–2 pm on the last Saturday of each month as a hybrid meeting — come in person for tea and snacks or stay involved online via Zoom. Join all of the meetings or just one! More information and a Zoom link are available with free registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nItinerary & Book List\n\n\n\nJanuary 31 — Lake Champlain Maritime Museum Benedict Arnold’s Navy by James NelsonFebruary 28 — Rokeby Museum Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideMarch 28 — Bixby Memorial Free Library What You are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko AoyamaApril 25 — Henry Sheldon Museum Deep North: Stories of Somali Resettlement in Vermont edited by Brad Kessler \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/traveling-book-club-at-rokeby-museum-the-heaven-earth-grocery-store-james-mcbride/ CATEGORIES:community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Traveling-Book-Club-Wide-Calendar-Image-1024x512-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T133123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T133126Z UID:10000082-1772272800-1772298000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Free Museum Day DESCRIPTION:Rokeby Museum will be open and free to the public. Bring the whole family to explore the exhibits and grounds\, with free admission. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/free-museum-day-3/ CATEGORIES:community,family,free,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20240523_130449-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260211T182428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T182431Z UID:10000094-1772272800-1772280000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Story Sharing & Clothespin Doll Making DESCRIPTION:Story Sharing & Clothespin Doll Making for young children accompanied by an adult and school age kids. Taught by Vermont artist Catherine Brooks. \n\n\n\nDiscover the true story of Daisy Turner\, an African American girl in late 19th-century Vermont who overcomes a moment of discrimination at school when she is given a black doll for a class assignment. \n\n\n\nThis Free event is part of the Rokeby’s Free Museum Day URL:https://rokeby.org/event/story-sharing-clothespin-doll-making/ CATEGORIES:abolition,art,Books,community,family,free,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/51ew4u-pMVL._AC_UF10001000_QL80_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T192257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T202642Z UID:10000088-1771351200-1771354800@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2026 Virtual Winter Book Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 17\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, The Message\, by Ta-Nehisi Coates\n\n\n\nThe Message\, by Ta-Nehisi Coates\, in which Coates explores the urgent need to untangle ourselves from the destructive myths that shape our world—and our own souls—and embrace the liberating power of even the most difficult truths. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 17\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\, by Siddharth Kara \n\n\n\nThe Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\, by Siddharth Kara. The series of events that doomed the 1780 journey of the ship\, Zorg\, helped that voyage emerge as the first undeniable argument against slavery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, April\, 7\, 6:00–7:00 pm\, Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\, by Scott Shane\n\n\n\nFlee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\, by Scott Shane\, follows Thomas Smallwood\, who bought his own freedom\, and led many others out of slavery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for virtual book discussions is FREE. When you register\, you will receive a ZOOM link email a few days before each discussion. Attendance at all three discussions is not required to register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *Discussions I'm Interested in AttendingTuesday\, February 17 — “The Message\,” by Ta-Nehisi CoatesTuesday\, March 17 — “The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder that Inspired the Abolition of Slavery\,” by Siddharth KaraTuesday\, April 7 — “Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland\,” by Scott ShaneComment or MessageI would like to subscribe to the Rokeby eNewsletterYesNoI already receive the eNewsletterSubmit \n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2026-virtual-winter-book-discussion-group/ CATEGORIES:abolition,advocacy,Books,community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/26_BOOK_GROUP_LANDING_1320x700.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T135039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T135041Z UID:10000085-1769864400-1769868000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Traveling Book Club at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum: “Benedict Arnold’s Navy\,” James Nelson DESCRIPTION:Explore the historic institutions of Addison County with a traveling winter book club! Between January and April we will discuss a book relevant to each historical institution we visit. Dive into American history with a book selected by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum\, cozy up to a welcoming novel at the Bixby\, contemplate social justice at the Rokeby\, and learn about new Vermonters at the Sheldon.  \n\n\n\nEach discussion will take place from 1–2 pm on the last Saturday of each month as a hybrid meeting — come in person for tea and snacks or stay involved online via Zoom. Join all of the meetings or just one! More information and a Zoom link are available with free registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nItinerary & Book List\n\n\n\nJanuary 31 — Lake Champlain Maritime Museum Benedict Arnold’s Navy by James NelsonFebruary 28 — Rokeby Museum Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideMarch 28 — Bixby Memorial Free Library What You are Looking for is in the Library by Michiko AoyamaApril 25 — Henry Sheldon Museum Deep North: Stories of Somali Resettlement in Vermont edited by Brad Kessler \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/traveling-book-club-at-lake-champlain-maritime-museum-benedict-arnolds-navy-james-nelson/ CATEGORIES:community,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Traveling-Book-Club-Wide-Calendar-Image-1024x512-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T131735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T131820Z UID:10000080-1769266800-1769274000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:“Finding Jesse” with Jane Williamson DESCRIPTION:Jane Williamson\, Director Emerita of Rokeby Museum\, presents “Finding Jesse\,” which traces Jesse’s life from enslavement in North Carolina to freedom in Vermont. His story is told through letters in the collection at the Museum and documents at the North Carolina State Archives. The illustrated talk brings the narrative of one freedom seeker out of anonymity and explores his life and his pursuit of freedom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n$5 per person; $10 per family; Members free URL:https://rokeby.org/event/finding-jesse-with-jane-williamson/ CATEGORIES:abolition,family,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/JANE_LARGER.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20260122T132804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T133011Z UID:10000081-1769248800-1769274000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Free Museum Day DESCRIPTION:Rokeby Museum will be open and free to the public. Bring the whole family to explore the exhibits and grounds\, with free admission. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/free-museum-day-2/ CATEGORIES:community,family,free,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20240523_130449-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102344 CREATED:20250823T183857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T155110Z UID:10000078-1761411600-1761427800@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Spirits of Rokeby — “An Unexpected Visitor” DESCRIPTION:5 performances per night. Choose the time that works for you! \n\n\n\n\nRokeby Museum is presenting a new immersive theater experience inspired by the Spiritualist history at the museum. Ticket holders will gather for a drink and a short talk on Victorian Spiritualism before entering the Historic Home where actors will guide them through participatory dramatization\, recreating séances based on Rokeby records and other historical accounts. With multiple performance times per night\, this year’s production welcomes an unexpected guest… \n\n\n\n\n\nSplit Spirits Distillery is returning this year! Those aged 21 and over can purchase a specialty cocktail before the performance and enjoy it at the program’s start. A selection of tastings from the distillery will also be available. Ticketholders can also enjoy a non-alcoholic hot cider before the performance.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\nDates: Friday–Saturday\, October 17–18 | Friday–Saturday\, October 24–25\n\n\n\nPerformance Times: 5:00 pm | 5:45 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nThe program lasts about 45 min to an hour\n\n\n\nTimed tickets must be purchased in advance\n\n\n\nLimited to 15 seats per time slot\n\n\n\nTicketholders should meet in Education Center to check in\n\n\n\n$20 for Rokeby Members*\n\n\n\n$25 for Non-Members\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Now! URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-spirits-of-rokeby-an-unexpected-visitor/2025-10-25/ CATEGORIES:community,series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ROKEBY_SPIRITS25_SQ_BANNER_1200X1200.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250823T183857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T155110Z UID:10000077-1761325200-1761341400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Spirits of Rokeby — “An Unexpected Visitor” DESCRIPTION:5 performances per night. Choose the time that works for you! \n\n\n\n\nRokeby Museum is presenting a new immersive theater experience inspired by the Spiritualist history at the museum. Ticket holders will gather for a drink and a short talk on Victorian Spiritualism before entering the Historic Home where actors will guide them through participatory dramatization\, recreating séances based on Rokeby records and other historical accounts. With multiple performance times per night\, this year’s production welcomes an unexpected guest… \n\n\n\n\n\nSplit Spirits Distillery is returning this year! Those aged 21 and over can purchase a specialty cocktail before the performance and enjoy it at the program’s start. A selection of tastings from the distillery will also be available. Ticketholders can also enjoy a non-alcoholic hot cider before the performance.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\nDates: Friday–Saturday\, October 17–18 | Friday–Saturday\, October 24–25\n\n\n\nPerformance Times: 5:00 pm | 5:45 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nThe program lasts about 45 min to an hour\n\n\n\nTimed tickets must be purchased in advance\n\n\n\nLimited to 15 seats per time slot\n\n\n\nTicketholders should meet in Education Center to check in\n\n\n\n$20 for Rokeby Members*\n\n\n\n$25 for Non-Members\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Now! URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-spirits-of-rokeby-an-unexpected-visitor/2025-10-24/ CATEGORIES:community,series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ROKEBY_SPIRITS25_SQ_BANNER_1200X1200.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250823T183857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T155110Z UID:10000076-1760806800-1760823000@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Spirits of Rokeby — “An Unexpected Visitor” DESCRIPTION:5 performances per night. Choose the time that works for you! \n\n\n\n\nRokeby Museum is presenting a new immersive theater experience inspired by the Spiritualist history at the museum. Ticket holders will gather for a drink and a short talk on Victorian Spiritualism before entering the Historic Home where actors will guide them through participatory dramatization\, recreating séances based on Rokeby records and other historical accounts. With multiple performance times per night\, this year’s production welcomes an unexpected guest… \n\n\n\n\n\nSplit Spirits Distillery is returning this year! Those aged 21 and over can purchase a specialty cocktail before the performance and enjoy it at the program’s start. A selection of tastings from the distillery will also be available. Ticketholders can also enjoy a non-alcoholic hot cider before the performance.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\nDates: Friday–Saturday\, October 17–18 | Friday–Saturday\, October 24–25\n\n\n\nPerformance Times: 5:00 pm | 5:45 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nThe program lasts about 45 min to an hour\n\n\n\nTimed tickets must be purchased in advance\n\n\n\nLimited to 15 seats per time slot\n\n\n\nTicketholders should meet in Education Center to check in\n\n\n\n$20 for Rokeby Members*\n\n\n\n$25 for Non-Members\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Now! URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-spirits-of-rokeby-an-unexpected-visitor/2025-10-18/ CATEGORIES:community,series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ROKEBY_SPIRITS25_SQ_BANNER_1200X1200.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250823T183857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T155110Z UID:10000075-1760720400-1760736600@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Spirits of Rokeby — “An Unexpected Visitor” DESCRIPTION:5 performances per night. Choose the time that works for you! \n\n\n\n\nRokeby Museum is presenting a new immersive theater experience inspired by the Spiritualist history at the museum. Ticket holders will gather for a drink and a short talk on Victorian Spiritualism before entering the Historic Home where actors will guide them through participatory dramatization\, recreating séances based on Rokeby records and other historical accounts. With multiple performance times per night\, this year’s production welcomes an unexpected guest… \n\n\n\n\n\nSplit Spirits Distillery is returning this year! Those aged 21 and over can purchase a specialty cocktail before the performance and enjoy it at the program’s start. A selection of tastings from the distillery will also be available. Ticketholders can also enjoy a non-alcoholic hot cider before the performance.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\nDates: Friday–Saturday\, October 17–18 | Friday–Saturday\, October 24–25\n\n\n\nPerformance Times: 5:00 pm | 5:45 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:45 pm | 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nThe program lasts about 45 min to an hour\n\n\n\nTimed tickets must be purchased in advance\n\n\n\nLimited to 15 seats per time slot\n\n\n\nTicketholders should meet in Education Center to check in\n\n\n\n$20 for Rokeby Members*\n\n\n\n$25 for Non-Members\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Now! URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-spirits-of-rokeby-an-unexpected-visitor/2025-10-17/ CATEGORIES:community,series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ROKEBY_SPIRITS25_SQ_BANNER_1200X1200.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20251009T145559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T150312Z UID:10000079-1760176800-1760198400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Fall Family Day—Inspired by Nature DESCRIPTION:Fall Family Day is the perfect time to introduce your children to the site and buy a family membership at the limited-time price of $65. Annual membership entitles you to free entry to the museum\, virtual or in-person programs\, a discount in the museum shop\, and reduced-rate tickets to events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore Rokeby on a fun day with family!\n\n\n\n\nGo on a discovery hunt\n\n\n\nMake nature art\n\n\n\nHike the trails\n\n\n\nPlay games\n\n\n\nHave a picnic\n\n\n\nDiscover Rokeby Artists\n\n\n\n\n\nFamily memberships only $65 for a limited time \n\n\n\n\nRefreshments served. Children’s admission is FREE. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-fall-family-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/backyard_2025_fam_day_FALL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250625T151449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T155734Z UID:10000072-1757939400-1757941200@rokeby.org SUMMARY:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in curation? Have you ever wondered how a museum builds its exhibit?  \n\n\n\n\nJoin Exhibit Curator Joan Gorman for a talk on how Rokeby constructed its newest exhibit\, Inspired by Nature: The Women Artists of Rokeby.  \n\n\n\nThe talk will be held in the gallery at Rokeby Museum. We are offering multiple dates throughout the season for you to peek behind the curtain and ask questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery Talk Dates\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 2ndWednesday\, July 30thMonday\, August 25thMonday\, September 15th \n\n\n\nStop by during our normal hours to experience the exhibit yourself before peeking behind the curtain.  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/inspired-by-nature-gallery-talk-4/ CATEGORIES:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk,art,exhibition,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/JOAN_IBN_GALLERY_TALK.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250625T151438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T155811Z UID:10000071-1756125000-1756126800@rokeby.org SUMMARY:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in curation? Have you ever wondered how a museum builds its exhibit?  \n\n\n\n\nJoin Exhibit Curator Joan Gorman for a talk on how Rokeby constructed its newest exhibit\, Inspired by Nature: The Women Artists of Rokeby.  \n\n\n\nThe talk will be held in the gallery at Rokeby Museum. We are offering multiple dates throughout the season for you to peek behind the curtain and ask questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery Talk Dates\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 2ndWednesday\, July 30thMonday\, August 25thMonday\, September 15th \n\n\n\nStop by during our normal hours to experience the exhibit yourself before peeking behind the curtain.  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/inspired-by-nature-gallery-talk-3/ CATEGORIES:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk,art,exhibition,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/JOAN_IBN_GALLERY_TALK.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250715T222618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T223108Z UID:10000074-1754388000-1754413200@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Museum Closed DESCRIPTION:The Museum will be closed on Tuesday\, August 5 for necessary site work. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to seeing you again when we re-open on Wednesday\, August 6. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/museum-closed/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/RER1018_CROP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250625T192710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T193438Z UID:10000073-1754226000-1754236800@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Pie & Ice Cream Social DESCRIPTION:Do you love pie? Join us to celebrate Summer and community with Rokeby’s annual Pie & Ice Cream Social. Bring your family and friends and spend the afternoon eating pie and reconnecting with the community — a delicious way to support the Museum. \n\n\n\nGrab a slice and a scoop\, play croquet\, and tour the Robinson’s historic home\, which will be open with docents to guide you through. Live music will be provided from The Jazz Collective — Bill Vitik\, Glendon Ingalls\, and Nick Aloi — all well-known musicians in the Vermont Jazz and music education world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nONE DAY ONLY: Become a Rokeby Museum member at the Pie & Ice Cream Social and receive $5 off your membership! \n\n\n\n\nAdmission to Social: FREE | Slice of Pie & Ice Cream: $8 \n\n\n\n\nWanna Help Make Pies??\n\n\n\nIf you are able to donate a pie (or two\, or twelve!)\, please fill out this form. \n\n\n\nWe can always use new bakers to help out. Please feel free to forward the above link to any talented baker friends\, neighbors\, colleagues\, etc\, who may be interested in helping out this year. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-pie-ice-cream-social/ CATEGORIES:community,family,free,kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/20230813_122214-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250625T151428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T153630Z UID:10000070-1753878600-1753880400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in curation? Have you ever wondered how a museum builds its exhibit?  \n\n\n\n\nJoin Rokeby Museum’s Interim Director Joan Gorman for a talk on how Rokeby constructed its newest exhibit\, Inspired by Nature: The Women Artists of Rokeby.  \n\n\n\nThe talk will be held in the gallery at Rokeby Museum. We are offering multiple dates throughout the season for you to peek behind the curtain and ask questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery Talk Dates\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 2ndWednesday\, July 30thMonday\, August 25thMonday\, September 15th \n\n\n\nStop by during our normal hours to experience the exhibit yourself before peeking behind the curtain.  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/inspired-by-nature-gallery-talk-2/ CATEGORIES:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk,art,exhibition,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/JOAN_IBN_GALLERY_TALK.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250128T233949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T233953Z UID:10000060-1752483600-1753450200@rokeby.org SUMMARY:2025 Artists of Rokeby Summer Camp DESCRIPTION:July 14 – 25 (Mon.–Fri.)9:00 am–1:30 pmAges 9–13 \n\n\n\nCost: Pay what you can ($450 suggested per camper); Bring your own lunch; snacks are included. \n\n\n\nJoin Rokeby Museum for a two-week experience that combines art\, nature\, and hands-on history. Play fun games as you learn about the Robinson artists and naturalists who once walked these grounds. Take nature walks\, practice birdwatching\, and search for animal tracks as you immerse yourself in the same locations that inspired the Robinsons. Create a nature journal and add to it each day as you explore this serene\, historic property. Study the Robinsons’ sketches\, scrapbooks\, and paintings\, then try your hand at each medium! \n\n\n\nThe final day will include a pizza party and an outdoor exhibition of the campers’ work. \n\n\n\nNo artistic experience required. All supplies are provided. Just bring yourself and be ready to be inspired! \n\n\n\nPlease direct all questions to Jonathon Ahl\, Education Programs Manager\, at jahl@rokeby.org or (802) 877-3406. \n\n\n\n\nSign up Now!\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2025-artists-of-rokeby-summer-camp/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/RER_SUMMER_CAMP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250512T193457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T193500Z UID:10000068-1752411600-1752418800@rokeby.org SUMMARY:A Conversation with Mark Kelley\, author of “An Uncommon Woman: The Life of Lydia Hamilton Smith” DESCRIPTION:Presentation by Mark Kelley\, author of An Uncommon Woman: The Life of Lydia Hamilton Smith. Smith was a mixed-race businesswoman in Lancaster\, PA\, who\, for 25 years\, engaged in a committed interracial relationship with abolitionist congressman Thaddeus Stevens. Together\, they worked to secure the rights of African-Americans\, aided freedom seekers on their journeys north\, managed two households\, and established a real-estate business.  \n\n\n\nNon-Members $5; Members Free URL:https://rokeby.org/event/a-conversation-with-mark-kelley-author-of-an-uncommon-woman-the-life-of-lydia-hamilton-smith/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/AN_UNCOMMON_WOMAN_KELLEY.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250305T180515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T180518Z UID:10000065-1751720400-1751727600@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Reading Frederick Douglass DESCRIPTION:Particpate in reading Douglass’ historic speech. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/reading-frederick-douglass-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DOUGLASS_FRAME.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250625T151413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T153722Z UID:10000069-1751459400-1751461200@rokeby.org SUMMARY:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in curation? Have you ever wondered how a museum builds its exhibit?  \n\n\n\n\nJoin Rokeby Museum’s Interim Director Joan Gorman for a talk on how Rokeby constructed its newest exhibit\, Inspired by Nature: The Women Artists of Rokeby.  \n\n\n\nThe talk will be held in the gallery at Rokeby Museum. We are offering multiple dates throughout the season for you to peek behind the curtain and ask questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery Talk Dates\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 2ndWednesday\, July 30thMonday\, August 25thMonday\, September 15th \n\n\n\nStop by during our normal hours to experience the exhibit yourself before peeking behind the curtain. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n  URL:https://rokeby.org/event/inspired-by-nature-gallery-talk-1/ CATEGORIES:“Inspired by Nature” Gallery Talk,art,exhibition,free,series,talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/JOAN_IBN_GALLERY_TALK.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T102345 CREATED:20250305T180125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T180128Z UID:10000064-1750327200-1750352400@rokeby.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE admission to celebrate Juneteenth. URL:https://rokeby.org/event/juneteenth-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2560px-Juneteenth_Flag.svg.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR