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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
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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
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T170000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260122T133123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T133126Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260122T134551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T134654Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260122T192651Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260122T135217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T135220Z
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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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260122T195826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T200104Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260122T192812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T202742Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260424T135856Z
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SUMMARY:John & Marianne Dwight Orvis: An Abolitionist & Artist Seek Utopia
DESCRIPTION:Rokeby Museum’s Conversations in History series continues Sunday\, April 26th\, with a special local interest. Join us at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall from 3:00–4:00 pm to learn about John & Marianne Orvis\, an extraordinary 19th-century couple who together led a life of activism and social reform. The talk will be given by Clark Hinsdale III\, Rokeby board member and direct descendant of the Orvises\, who rediscovered their story while documenting his own family history. \n\n\n\nThrough artifacts\, letters\, and works of art passed down by the family\, some only recently discovered\, learn how John Orvis was inspired by the abolitionist fervor of his Quaker community to join the fight against slavery. Later\, his interest in utopianism brought him to the Brook Farm Community in West Roxbury\, Massachusetts\, where he met his future wife\, Marianne Dwight\, whose journal would become an invaluable record of the community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nPlease note: This event will be held at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall Community Center. Admission for this program will be $5 per person\, $10 per family. This program will be free to Rokeby members. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/john-marianne-dwight-orvis-an-abolitionist-artist-seek-utopia/
LOCATION:Ferrisburgh Town Hall Community Center\, 3279 US-7\, Ferrisburgh\, Vermont\, 05456\, United States
CATEGORIES:abolition,community,family,series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260509T142203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142205Z
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day at Rokeby
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this special day at Rokeby with guided tours of our Historic House and grounds at 11:00 am and 1:30 pm\, exhibits\, and family-friendly activities throughout the day. \n\n\n\nFree admission for moms!
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/mothers-day-at-rokeby/
CATEGORIES:community,family,free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260424T145130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T145132Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Opening Day at Rokeby
DESCRIPTION:We open fully for the 2026 season on May 16 and look forward to welcoming you back to Rokeby. We have an exciting exhibit as well as many exciting programs planned for this season\, so stay tuned to our events calendar for forthcoming information!
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/2026-opening-day-at-rokeby/
CATEGORIES:opening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260521T201412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T182342Z
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SUMMARY:Sheep & Wool Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festival celebrating Vermont’s wooly heritage! This family-friendly event will feature live sheep (Hands and Heart Farm)\, papermaking (A Revolutionary Press)\, an “Instrument Petting Zoo” (Vermont Folklife Center)\, spinning/knitting demonstrations\, a historical dyeing demonstration\, food vendors (Tin Bucks Barbecue and Pinky Promise Pastry)\, and more!  \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nSheep & Wool Day activities and admission to the grounds are FREE. Museum admission is $12/visitor\, $6 for children (Kids under six are free!). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\nPictured in photos above: Jane Ploughman\, A Revolutionary Press; Katherine Knox\, Hands and Heart Farm
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/sheep-wool-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:agriculture,art,community,family,free,kids,music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260527T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T191242Z
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SUMMARY:Wet Felting with Wendy-Ann Durkee
DESCRIPTION:Join Wendy-Ann Durkee on Sunday\, June 14th to learn the ancient craft of wool felt making. This one-hour class includes everything that you need to make your own personalized wet-felted coaster\, using hand-processed\, Vermont-grown wool. Chaperones must accompany students under fourteen. Dress for mess. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nPrice: $25 per participantWorkshop is limited to 10 people per session:10:00 am\, 12:00 pm\, and 2:00 pm \n\n\n\nDrop-ins are welcome if space allows.Admission to Museum is free for workshop participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/wet-felting-with-wendy-ann-durkee/
CATEGORIES:art,community,family,kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260527T182106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T182137Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth at Rokeby 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Rokeby Museum for a celebration of Juneteenth on Friday\, June 19th from 10 am to 5 pm. This family-friendly day will feature free admission to the Museum\, grounds\, and exhibits. The latter includes Seeking Freedom: The Underground Railroad and the Legacy of an Abolitionist Family and Rokeby’s seasonal show\, Help Each Other\, an ardent mix of art and advocacy created by Quaker graffiti artist Todd Drake. Self-guided tours of the historic house will round out the day.  \n\n\n\nDurning Juneteenth\, Rokeby visitors are called to “embrace a cause” and participate in “philanthropy in action.” Discover how Vermont social justice organizations are making a difference.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nAll-day free admission
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/juneteenth-at-rokeby-2026/
CATEGORIES:abolition,advocacy,community,family,free,kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260525T191130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T182317Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Frederick Douglass 2026
DESCRIPTION:174 years ago\, Frederick Douglass delivered his famous speech\, “What to the Slave is the 4th of July?” in Rochester\, New York. Today\, this striking oration remains one of the greatest indictments of American slavery. \n\n\n\nJoin Rokeby Museum for a community reading celebrating Douglass’ momentous speech led by esteemed singer and actor\, writer and teacher\, Dr. François Clemmons.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nThe Community Reading is Free to the public.Full Museum admission is $12/visitor\, $6 for children (Kids under six are free!). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPictured in photos above: 2025 Community Reading; Dr. François Clemmons.
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/reading-frederick-douglass-2026/
CATEGORIES:abolition,advocacy,community,family,free,kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260211T171756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202039Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260211T171959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T202113Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182937
CREATED:20260527T203510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T203628Z
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SUMMARY:Making a Pressed Botanical Collage
DESCRIPTION:Four-hour workshop inspired by Rokeby’s beautifully blooming setting that begins with a nature walk and basic plant identification and culminates in the creation of a pressed botanical collage. Taught by visiting artist Beth Murphy. \n\n\n\n“I often subtly incorporate different mediums to emphasize the natural attraction of botanicals\,” Murphy says\, “I want to showcase the organic beauty\, not override it. I see my art as a vehicle that nature moves through\,” says Murphy. \n\n\n\nRead More about Beth Murphy here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 25; 9:30 am–2:00 pm\, 30-minute break for lunchPrice: $50 per participant Workshop is limited to 12 peopleDrop-ins are welcome if space allows.Admission to Museum is free for workshop participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://rokeby.org/event/making-a-pressed-botanical-collage/
CATEGORIES:agriculture,art,family,kids
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