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SUMMARY:Pinkster Fest in Kinderhook
DESCRIPTION:Why Pinkster Fest in Kinderhook? \nSettled before 1651 – a few years after Henry Hudson (1609) explored the river which bears his name – Kinderhook\, established as a town in 1788\, encompassed most of what is now Columbia County. In the late 1700s\, Kinderhook had the largest population of enslaved people outside of New York City. \nAfrican Americans have been an integral part of Columbia County’s history for nearly 400 years — living\, working and even worshipping alongside the Dutch settlers. The labor and contributions of those enslaved at places like Lindenwald were pivotal in making the Hudson Valley what it is today. Once manumitted\, those original Black families thrived and created a vibrant community in the midst of the European families. \nWhat is Pinkster? \nPinkster (aka Pentecost) is the original Afro Dutch holiday that’s distinct to the Hudson Valley. While their Dutch enslavers celebrated Pentecost\, they would\, traditionally\, give the enslaved a few “days off” to reunite with family and friends\, catch up with each other and celebrate. Our stories are intertwined\, and Pinkster is our shared holiday! \nThroughout the 1700’s\, enslaved people gathered to celebrate with music\, food\, dancing\, and commerce during this week of temporary freedom. Many Dutch joined the annual celebration making it a truly multicultural community affair. \nThis year the African American Archive of Columbia County and the NPS Martin Van Buren Historic Site have combined a Pinkster Fest with their 2nd. Annual Old Kinderhook Black Family Reunion which brings together the descendants of the Lindenwald’s enslaved people. \nJoin us \n\nProcession to the Persons of Color cemetery\, led by a gospel choir\nCeremony honoring the deceased\nCrowning of King Charlie\, the Festival King\nAfrican drummers and dancers\nReading corner (Kinderhook Library)\nOyster shucking demonstration (Mother Shuckers\, NYC)\nExhibit (Underground Railroad Educational Center – Albany)\nColonial Games (Columbia County Historical Society)\nGenealogy table (African American Archive)\nBBQ and strawberries with cream\nAnd more!!!\n\nAdmission Free!!! \nSponsored by: \nAfrican American Archive of Columbia County | Croton-on-Hudson | Croton-on-Hudson\, NY 10520 US
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LOCATION:Rothermel Park\, Rothermel Avenue\, Kinderhook\, NY
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