Historic Murders in Dutchess County

Dutchess County was not always so bucolic. This spooky season, historian Shannon Butler joins the Wappingers Historical Society to discuss some of Dutchess County’s most gruesome murders from the 18th to the early 20th centuries. Using court records, early newspaper articles, and pamphlets, she will examine several killers, including one of the first female serial killers; the horrible murder of a Poughkeepsie businessman in his own home; and several other bloody acts.

This informative and interesting talk is part of the WHS Speaker Series programming. The public is invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis.

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