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18th Century Games at Boardman Road Branch Library

Thursday, Nov 20th , 2025

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Cost:

Free! Registration required.

Contact Name:

Geoff Benton

Address:

Boardman Road Branch Library
141 Boardman Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Website

https://poughkeepsie.librarycalendar.com/event/18th-century-games-day-12696

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Come play the 18th-century way! Join educators from Clermont State Historic Site as they teach kids and their grownups how to play three popular games from the 1700s. Test your agility and gracefulness with Graces, dodge whoever is “it” in Blindman’s Bluff, and stump your friends with Pass the Slipper. These beloved games were favorites among New York’s youth over 250 years ago, and you’ll enjoy them too!

Recommended for families with children 5 and up. Presented in partnership with the Sports Museum of Dutchess County. All participants must sign a safety waiver. All children's waivers must be signed by their parent or guardian before participating. Waivers will be available to fill out at check-in. 

Click here to complete the required registration.

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