Talks

Recent archaeological discoveries in key Israelite sites challenge traditional understandings of ancient Israelite religious practice. This lecture will present these new findings, emphasizing their significance for reinterpreting crucial aspects of Israelite religion.

Presented by Annalee Andres, Art Historian.
Annalee Andres will explore the history and development of the arts in New York’s historic Hudson River Valley.

Step back into the transformative era at the turn of the 20th century, where change and innovation shaped America's musical landscape. Witness the excitement as millions of immigrants enriched the cities, farms gave way to factories, and the nation's heartbeat to a new rhythm.

This lecture will explore the roots of modern Fantasy in some of the world’s oldest forms of storytelling, and will demonstrate how the genre draws on the past while constantly reinventing itself.

Explore witchcraft and folklore from an anthropological perspective, examining cultural ideologies of myth, legend, folklore, and religion through historical and modern examples. We will discuss how anthropologists understand witchcraft in different societies, highlighting unique cultural variations.

Presented by Annalee Andres, Art Historian.
Annalee Andres will explore the history and development of the arts in New York’s historic Hudson River Valley.

Join us for a special Halloween screening of “the original horror show” known as Frankenstein. Experience the iconic 1931 masterpiece like never before after an insightful film presentation by Theo Siegel that delves into the film's enduring legacy. Don’t miss this spine-tingling event!

This family-friendly program offers a captivating look at the diverse influences behind Día de los Muertos, inviting audiences of all ages to engage with its meaningful traditions.

Presented by Annalee Andres, Art Historian.
Annalee Andres will explore the history and development of the arts in New York’s historic Hudson River Valley.

Join renowned Egyptologist Dr. Kara Cooney for a lecture and book signing in celebration of her newest release, Recycling for Death: Coffin Reuse and the Theban Royal Caches.