We welcome Mattitaco to the Farmstand for our July Foodie Friday! Stop by for tasty tacos and other Mexican bites served right from the truck. Take it to go or bring a cold beverage and enjoy it at our picnic tables. The Farmstand will also be open late so don’t forget to stop by for your weekend produce and eggs from the Manor and other locally sourced goodies.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Join us for our first Creekside Concert of the season! Hear Kerry Kearney, a blues man and slide guitar master, who plays and works his instrument to limits that amaze even the most seasoned musician or cultured music fan. Bring a blanket, beach chair and a picnic basket down to the Creekside Lawn for a beautiful evening of music, dancing and good times! Food trucks and beverages will also be available.
Gates open at 4pm. Show starts at 5pm.
Minkie & Friends puppet show & puppet making workshop with A Couple of Puppets from Goat on a Boat! Join Minkie the Monkey & Friends as they discover who has been eating all of the berries on the farm!! Puppet show appropriate for ages 1 and up. Puppet making to follow for kids 3-8 years and their families.
This event is presented in partnership with the Shelter Island Public Library.
Donations are requested but not required to attend the show and make puppets.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Bring a blanket or beach chair and lounge under the stars while enjoying the family-friendly flick A Bug’s Life, outside at the Manor House. Click here to watch the trailer.
Popcorn, snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required. Presented in partnership with the Shelter Island Public Library.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Restoration of our iconic 1810 Dominy Windmill continues! Next up, Phase 3: Installing a new windshaft, rebuilding the blades, and putting up sails.
JOIN US TO CELEBRATE AND CONTINUE OUR FUNDRAISING EFFORTS TO COMPLETE PHASE 3
Come on down and cool off by the Creek for our August Concert. It’s going to be hot, hot, hot!! Los Hacheros revives folkloric styles like son montuno, guaracha and salsa, and often combine them with Bomba, a fiery rhythm from the mountains of Puerto Rico. Bring a blanket, beach chair and a picnic basket down to the Creekside Lawn for a beautiful evening of music, dancing and good times! Food trucks and beverages will also be available.
Gates open at 4pm. Show starts at 5pm.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Sylvester Manor Educational Farm will present the 2019 in-house exhibition, All That Has Been: Our Roots Revealed, A History of Three Cultures at Sylvester Manor. The exhibition examines the three cultures that came together at the time of the establishment of Sylvester Manor on Shelter Island in 1651. The Indigenous Native American Manhansett Tribe who made the island their home for a millenium, the European businessmen who bought Shelter Island to provision their Caribbean sugar operation, and the Enslaved Africans brought from the West Indies as the island’s labor force. Read more...
Sylvester Manor Educational Farm will present the 2019 in-house exhibition, All That Has Been: Our Roots Revealed, A History of Three Cultures at Sylvester Manor. The exhibition examines the three cultures that came together at the time of the establishment of Sylvester Manor on Shelter Island in 1651. The Indigenous Native American Manhansett Tribe who made the island their home for a millenium, the European businessmen who bought Shelter Island to provision their Caribbean sugar operation, and the Enslaved Africans brought from the West Indies as the island’s labor force. Read more...
Continuing the tradition of celebrating the arts at the Manor, The Tempest by Shakespeare will be performed on the grounds. Bring your beach chair and a picnic and enjoy a beautiful evening in the open air theater.
Continuing the tradition of celebrating the arts at the Manor, The Tempest by Shakespeare will be performed on the grounds. Bring your beach chair and a picnic and enjoy a beautiful evening in the open air theater.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
The community is invited to explore the historic grounds and gardens, take a self-guided house tour of the 2019 exhibition All That Has Been: Our Roots Revealed, featuring the return of previously excavated artifacts, walk through the woodlands with a visiting naturalist from Mashomack, experience a traditional wigwam built by members of the Shinnecock Nation, reflect at the Burying Ground of the Colored People and the Quaker Cemetery and learn more about the past, present and future of Sylvester Manor.
*Free to the public. No RSVP necessary.
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Join the Sylvester Manor Farmers to gather once again and hop and holler into the night at our summer contra dance. Beginners welcome! With their fiddles, mandolins, and old time calls, the Vox Hunters, Bennett Konesni & Friends will lead the community in this traditional dance form.
$10 donation at the door
Sylvester Manor Educational Farm will present the 2019 in-house exhibition, All That Has Been: Our Roots Revealed, A History of Three Cultures at Sylvester Manor. The exhibition examines the three cultures that came together at the time of the establishment of Sylvester Manor on Shelter Island in 1651. The Indigenous Native American Manhansett Tribe who made the island their home for a millenium, the European businessmen who bought Shelter Island to provision their Caribbean sugar operation, and the Enslaved Africans brought from the West Indies as the island’s labor force. Read more...
Bring the kids and stop by our farmstand to hear our local librarian read a farm-related story to the little ones.
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Calling all young audience members! Come and join Perlman Music Program members under their blue tent at our farmstand and try a small sized string instrument at the "instrument petting zoo". All welcome and free of charge. No experience required. (Note: No live animals will be involved.)
Instruments courtesy of Laurinel Owen of House of Strings, Bellport, NY
* Free to the public. Please join us. No RSVP required.
Sylvester Manor celebrates its 8th annual Farm to Table Benefit. Enjoy a phenomenal culinary experience featuring Sylvester Manor’s meats and farm produce and dance the night away with music that will have the whole crowd on their feet.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. THE NEXT FOODIE FRIDAY WILL BE JULY 26.
Archaeologist and Sylvester Manor Educational Farm Board Member, Dr. Stephen Mrozowski will lead a group of graduate students from the University of Massachusetts Boston on an additional archaeological dig in the garden area of Sylvester Manor to continue their findings on the grounds. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to observe the dig while it is in progress. Read more…
*Free to the public.
Sylvester Manor is proud to be a sponsor of the Shelter Island 10K race. Salad greens from our farm will be served to all runners at the post-race bar-b-que and our farm crew will lead kids in a farm-inspired activity in the kids craft area. We are also looking to create a Sylvester Manor team of runners and walkers! There is a 10k and 5k option. If you are interested in participating on the team, use discount promo code sylvester and choose Sylvester Manor team when you sign up to receive $10 off the registration fee.
Sylvester Manor Educational Farm will present the 2019 in-house exhibition, All That Has Been: Our Roots Revealed, A History of Three Cultures at Sylvester Manor. The exhibition examines the three cultures that came together at the time of the establishment of Sylvester Manor on Shelter Island in 1651. The Indigenous Native American Manhansett Tribe who made the island their home for a millenium, the European businessmen who bought Shelter Island to provision their Caribbean sugar operation, and the Enslaved Africans brought from the West Indies as the island’s labor force. Read more...
Join us to celebrate the opening of Sylvester Manor Educational Farm's 2019 exhibition, All That Has Been: Our Roots Revealed at the Exhibit Opening Reception. The opening reception features a preview of the exhibit, and a meet and greet with Stephen Mrozowski, Ph.D., professor of anthropology and director of the Andrew Fiske Memorial Center for Archaeological Research at UMass Boston. Dr. Mrozowski led teams in the previous digs and will be leading digs this summer and next. Read more about the exhibition here.
Staff welcomes old and new members and volunteers of the Manor for a light breakfast to hear about the upcoming season and join us as we say “thank you” for all that you do for the Manor. Free for all volunteers, CSA volunteers and members of the Manor. If you are interested in attending and would like to become a volunteer or member, email tmccarthy@sylvestermanor.org for more information.
On the Manor grounds, a Native American wigwam structure will be constructed by David Bunn Martine, a Shinnecock Nation Tribal member and artist. The wigwam, a traditional domed saucer shaped dwelling, used historically by Long Island Native Americans, will be constructed out of collected reeds and wooden poles from the property. Manor House tours and programs will highlight the culture and traditions of the local native peoples.
*Free to the public.
Sarah Shepherd leads this workshop where you will explore the in-depth the nature and life of the honeybee from the biodynamic perspective—an understanding which gives rise to appropriate beekeeping practices that allow the bees to thrive. Meet at the Manor House for a presentation, followed by a walk to the apiary.
*Open and free to the public. No RSVP required.
The Human Hands is an ensemble of acoustic musicians based in Brooklyn led by composer, accordionist, and pianist Sam Reider. The group will be performing two shows in the intimate setting of the Music Room at the Manor. Come listen to this jazz pianist, turns roots musician and get a taste for the irresistible melodies, fiery improvisation and otherworldly sounds this group of musicians are known for!
6pm & 8pm (two performances)
Dig up Québec’s deep, dark roots, add electrifying energy and beguiling modesty mind-blowing trad-folk groove. The group has a strong stage presence and demonstrates a contagious pleasure in each and every performance, drawing the audience to them.
6 pm & 8 pm (two performances)
The Shelter Island Seed Library, a joint project of the Shelter Island Public Library and Sylvester Manor Educational Farm, is entering its fourth year. For this year’s Seed Library opening, Poet, Farmer and Educator Scott Chaskey, (author of Seedtime and other books) and Layton Guenther, Acting Director at Quail Hill Farm, will speak about the work they do and the importance of saving and sharing heirloom seeds. Jocelyn Craig, Windmill Field Manager at Sylvester Manor will also be there.
No reservation required.
Get ready for a great summer at Sylvester Manor and find out what’s in store for 2019 at our upcoming fundraiser in New York! Join us to hear from our lead archeologist about the upcoming dig, get a taste for the Creekside Concert music, and hear from Bennett, our co-founder, about the exciting events planned for the summer of 2019.
In partnership with Eastville Community Historical Society (ECHS) , Sylvester Manor presents the 5th Annual Black History Month Celebration. This year’s program will explore the history of slavery on the East End of Long Island and the omission of that history from the founding narrative of the United States.
The 2019 Concert Series kicks off with The Slocan Ramblers in January! Warm up with this bluegrass band who is rooted in tradition, fearlessly creative and possess a bold, dynamic sound. With a reputation for dynamic live shows, impeccable musicianship and an uncanny ability to convert anyone within earshot into a lifelong fan, The Slocan Ramblers have been winning over audiences everywhere! Here’s a link to their video
Tickets: $25 - $40
Inspired by holiday traditions begun by Alice and Andrew Fiske, our 66th Annual Tea & Tree is a celebration where we will express our gratitude to the members, donors, volunteers, and sponsors who have given much-appreciated support to Sylvester Manor Educational Farm throughout the year.
To receive a Tea & Tree invitation, please become a member or make a donation by December 7. We appreciate your support!
Join us for the Annual Gleaning of the Windmill Field. The Gleaning is free and open to all. We invite anyone and everyone to bring a bag or basket and take from what is left in the field.
A traditional Fall Festival right here on the Farm! Hayrides, music, games, arts & crafts, Story Thyme, food, local craft beer, pie-baking contest and more!
Tickets on sale at the gate.
Many hands make light work! Work alongside Sylvester Manor’s own farm crew out in Windmill Field and come help plant garlic for next season. Nurture your inner farmer, join in some work songs & enjoy the camaraderie of the crew! Two work sessions will be offered. Choose 9 am - 11 am or 1 pm - 3 pm.
* Free to the public, but please sign up so we know you will be joining us!
The 2018 exhibition, “A Place in Pictures”, showcases photographs and paintings from the Sylvester Manor Educational Farm Collection and illustrates the use of images to portray life at Sylvester Manor during the time of the Horsford family in the 19th century through the 20th century when Alice and Andrew Fiske lived at the Manor. Read more...
Join Organic Seed Alliance and Sylvester Manor at this special NYC edition of Culinary Breeding Network's Variety Showcase. This is an interactive mixer where you will TASTE new and in-development vegetables, fruits & grains, including new multi-colored carrots grown in our very own Windmill Field and prepared by two NYC-based farm-to-table chefs!
