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The Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich
Fall 2009 E-Blast


Events Now Through the End of November

Don’t Miss These Fascinating Programs

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A Walk Through the Historic Parks of Greenwich

Greenwich Tree Conservancy and The Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich present a series of four park walks through Bruce, Binney and Byram Parks and Montgomery Pinetum. The walks will be led by Greenwich Superintendent of Parks and Trees Bruce Spaman and explore historical research on the parks done by landscape architect Martha Lyon.

A Walk Through Binney Park
Sunday, October 25, 2009
2-4 p.m.
Binney Park, Old Greenwich
Meet at the tennis courts, rain or shine

Join us at Binney Park to enjoy the autumn splendor. Ann Young, Curator of Archives at The Historical Society, will be on board to discuss the park's historical aspects. Group size limited. Easy to moderate walking. Proper footwear is required.

FREE but reservations required. To reserve, e-mail treeconserv@optonline.net


Money Talks

A series of conversations about 20th-century economic history and the present-day financial world. The Historical Society’s community partners for this series are the Japan Society of Fairfield County, the Harvard Business School Club of Connecticut and the Penn Club of Fairfield County.



Money Talks II: The Movers and Shakers – Women on Wall Street
Thursday, October 22
6:30-8:30 p.m.
The Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich
Education Center, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob, CT

Part two of three. A panel of Harvard Business School and Wharton Business School alumnae will share personal accounts of Wall Street and their perspectives on the economic outlook after the financial crisis. Although still a minority, the women of Wall Street have had a significant impact on the finance industry. Panel moderated by Gail Bronwyn Lese, founder and CEO of Lese Investments and portfolio manager of the Lese Funds. Participants include Leena Akhtar, Archivist and Curator at the Museum of American Finance; Lee Spelman Doty, Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Asset Management; and Renee Noto, Managing Partner at Crown Advisory International Ltd.
$45 per person
$35 for members of The Historical Society, the Harvard Business School Club of Connecticut and the Penn Club of Fairfield County

Register now for this event or call 203-869-6899, Ext. 18
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Money Talks III: Women of Wall Street Day Trip to the Museum of American Finance
Wednesday, November 4
10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Museum of American Finance, Manhattan


Meet at the Museum of American Finance on Wall Street and enjoy a tour of the exhibit "Women of Wall Street" led by Leena Akhtar, Archivist and Curator. The story of women on Wall Street is the story of women in America. Issues of freedom and financial independence clashed with societal norms in the traditionally male domain of finance. Until recent decades, women had largely been excluded from Wall Street. Despite this, there were women who defied convention and made a name for themselves in finance as they battled for personal and financial self-determination.
Lunch at Stone Street Tavern

Transportation NOT included. Metro-North Train and MTA Subway directions will be provided
Tour and lunch $50 per person $40 for members of The Historical Society
Paid registration required by Monday, October 26, 2009.


Register now for this event or call 203-869-6899, Ext. 18

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Dutch Connections


A series devoted to understanding the Dutch impact on American culture, past and present, this program is held in conjunction with NY400, the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson’s 1609 voyage up the Hudson River, which led to the establishment of New Amsterdam and the New Netherland colony as well as Greenwich, Connecticut. NY400 celebrates the free spirit, openness, entrepreneurship and tolerance of those Dutch-American pioneers and their continued relevance today.

Dutch Connections II: William C. Crooks Distinguished Lecture
featuring Russell Shorto, Author of The Island at the Center of the World and Descartes' Bones
Tuesday, November 17
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Greenwich Library, Cole Auditorium

Doors will open at 7 p.m.

An archivist’s “find” in the New York State Library inspired Russell Shorto’s landmark story of the crucial role of the Dutch in making America what it is today. Published in 2004, The Island at the Center of the World combines meticulous scholarship and magnificent storytelling, bringing to life this forgotten society that predates Manhattan. Russell Shorto is a contributing writer at The New York Times Magazine and the director of the John Adams Institute in Amsterdam. This program is co-sponsored by The Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich and Greenwich Library.

FREE but reservations requested. Please call 203-869-6899, Ext. 18
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Story Barn, First in a Series


What a Story!
Thursday, October 29
8-10 p.m.
The Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich
Education Center, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob, CT

Presenting..."Story Barn: What a Story!" A diverse group of speakers will tell true and personal stories related to life in Greenwich. Each will spin a five-minute yarn – funny, sad or poignant tales that resonate on both personal and universal levels.

A unique way to explore local history, the event is inspired by a format developed by Themoth.org, a New York organization dedicated to "celebrating the ability of stories to honor the diversity and commonality of the human experience." Connect with your neighbors and friends on a whole new level, learn from their experiences and gain a different perspective on the place where you live.


Speakers will include columnist Bernie Yudain, Harbormaster Jon Asch, jeweler Terry Betteridge, cartoonist Jerry Dumas and long-time residents Page Knox, Anne Macdonald, Dickerman Hollister, Arlene Mark and Bonnie Levison. Storytelling begins at 8:00 p.m.

$15 per person, $10 for members of the Historical Society
Beer, wine and light refreshments included
Register now for this event or call 203-869-6899, Ext. 18

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Kick off Antiquarius with Bunny Williams

Bunny Williams opened her own interior design firm, Bunny Williams Incorporated, in 1988 after 22 years with the venerable decorating firm, Parish-Hadley Associates. Schooled in the classics, she is renowned in both home and garden design circles. A unique blend of creativity and restraint marks her signature style. Hear her “Point of View” at the kick-off event for Antiquarius 2009. Buy tickets now. This could be a sellout. Exclusive media sponsors: Moffly Publications.

"Point of View" Lecture and Luncheon with Bunny Williams

Thursday, November 19

Lecture at 11 a.m.
Luncheon at 12:30 p.m.
Greenwich Country Club

This special interior design lecture and luncheon marks the first in an upcoming series of programs on art, antiques and design. Internationally known interior designer Bunny Williams will share her insights for creating comfortable, elegant living spaces and thoughts on mixing the old and new. Autographed copies of her books Point of View and An Affair With a House will be available for purchase.

Lecture: $65 for non-members, $40 for members of The Historical Society
Lecture and Luncheon: $150 for non-members, $125 for members of The Historical Society

Register now for this event or call 203-869-6899, Ext. 14



For more information on any program, go to www.hstg.org
or call 203-869-6899, Ext. 18