Seasonal & Holidays
St. Nicholas Day at the Historical Society of Rockland County
This highlight of the holiday season is a regional tradition. Programs begin PROMPTLY at 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm, and 3 pm on Dec. 1-2.
The Historical Society of Rockland County Invites You to Enjoy
The 57th Annual St. Nicholas Day Holiday Program
When: Saturday, December 1, and Sunday, December 2. Programs begin PROMPTLY at 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm, and 3 pm each day.
Where: The historic Jacob Blauvelt House, 20 Zukor Road, New City, NY
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Price: $5 per person, children and adults alike!
Visit the Historical Society of Rockland County for an unforgettable experience of wonder and fun! We’re opening our 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House to welcome children of all ages to celebrate Saint Nicholas, as we’ve done since 1961.
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This traditional program is a highlight of the holiday season. Many adults who enjoyed this event as children now bring their own families. Why not begin your own tradition and join us?
Each child receives a special treat from Saint Nicholas in his or her shoe, and everyone can visit with Saint Nicholas and his horse!
Enjoy refreshments and visit our 43rd Annual Holiday Exhibition.
Tickets are $5 per person (adults and children).
St. Nicholas Day sells out fast! Due to the popularity of the event, prepaid reservations are required and can be made online by clicking on the Brown Paper Tickets logo:
Prepaid reservations can also be made by credit card by calling all (845) 634-9629 during office hours (Wed.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm).
All reservations are first come, first served.
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The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its mission is to acquire, preserve, and exhibit objects, buildings, and sites that reflect the history of Rockland County and the Lower Hudson Valley and to research, document, promote, and publicize the county’s rich historical heritage for the people of Rockland. HSRC’s headquarters at 20 Zukor Road, New City, NY, consist of a four-acre site featuring the 7,200 square foot History Center; the historic Jacob Blauvelt House; and the post-and-beam Historic Barn and Carriage House.
The HSRC is open, during exhibitions, events and programs, Wednesdays-Fridays, 10 am–5 pm, and Sundays, 12–4 pm. Library research and tours of the Jacob Blauvelt House are available by appointment by contacting (845) 634-9629. For additional information about HSRC, visit our website at www.RocklandHistory.org.