In celebration of OHNY Weekend, Bowne House is offering Self-Guided Tours of the historic house museum, as well as a Pop-Up Exhibit of embroidered samplers. This is a free program and no pre-registration is required. Due to limited space inside the public period rooms, visitors will be allowed staggered entry based on check-in time.

Admission: Free. No pre-registration is required.

Take a spooky journey to the past with a nighttime tour of Bowne House and learn about its haunting history. Our eerie stories, chilling lore, and ghostly decor are sure to put you in the Halloween spirit! Appropriate for Teens and Adults. (Attendees ages 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.)

Admission: $18 General; $14 Member of BHHS.

Tickets are required for entry and are purchased via Eventbrite.

Bowne House educators will read stories celebrating Halloween! Attendees will also enjoy a surprise craft project and refreshments. The program is appropriate for ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the duration of the program.

Admission: We accept a donation in any amount. Tickets are only required for each child in attendance. Adult chaperones attend for free. Donations can be made in-person or via Eventbrite.

Participants will create beautiful stuffed felt ornaments. As beginners, you’ll learn how to stitch, stuff, and decorate your first handmade Christmas ornament. This fun workshop will provide you with a holiday keepsake for years to come! All materials will be supplied to participants. Ages 12 and up. (All participants under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.)

Admission: $20 per participant. Tickets are required for entry and are purchased via Eventbrite.

Join us for guided tours of Bowne House provided in Mandarin Chinese language on Saturday, November 7th, between 12:00pm and 2:00pm. Learn about the Bowne family and what life was like in Queens, NY from the 17th century through to the early 20th century.

Admission: $10 General; $8 Student; $5 Child; Free for Members of BHHS.

Tickets are purchased at the museum. No pre-registration is required.

Join us for guided tours of Bowne House provided in English language on Saturday, November 7, between 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Learn about the Bowne family and what life was like in Queens, NY from the 17th century through to the early 20th century.

Admission: $10 General; $8 Student; $5 Child; Free for Members of BHHS.

Tickets are purchased at the museum. No pre-registration is required.

Come see where the Bowne family lived from their earliest days in 17th-century Flushing. Learn about how they helped cultivate the landscape and establish a community in what was once a densely wooded area. Visit the places in which the family worshipped, the land they worked, and the homes they resided in. Whether you are just visiting the neighborhood for the day or have lived here for years, you will come away with a new appreciation for the long history of Flushing!

Admission: $20 General; $15 Member of BHHS.

Tickets are required and are purchased via Eventbrite.

Bowne House educators will read stories about the legacy and meaning of Veterans Day. Attendees will also enjoy a surprise craft project and refreshments. The program is appropriate for children ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the duration of the program.

Admission: We accept a donation in any amount. Tickets are only required for each child in attendance. Adult chaperones attend for free. Donations can be made in-person or via Eventbrite. EVENTBRITE LINK IS FORTHCOMING.

Participants will be taught how to sew a design using cross stitch and create their own keepsake. Plus, learn about the history of needlework and “samplers” in the lives of early American girls and women. The workshop will be led by Bowne House Trustee Janet Caraisco. All materials will be supplied to participants. 

Admission: $25 per participant. Tickets are required for entry and are purchased via Eventbrite.

Join us for special Holiday-themed tours of Bowne House. Adorned with seasonal decorations, the house is especially cozy this time of year. Learn about the history of Bowne House and its occupants, along with fun holiday history from yesteryear. Warm beverages and cookies will be served.

Admission: $12 General; $7 Child; $5 Member of BHHS.

Tickets are purchased at the museum. No pre-registration is required.

Bowne House educators will read stories celebrating December holidays and winter fun. Attendees will also enjoy a surprise craft project and refreshments. The program is appropriate for ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the duration of the program.

Admission: We accept a donation in any amount. Tickets are only required for each child in attendance. Adult chaperones attend for free. Donations can be made in-person or via Eventbrite. EVENTBRITE LINK IS FORTHCOMING.

Join us for special Holiday-themed tours of Bowne House. Adorned with seasonal decorations, the house is especially cozy this time of year. Learn about the history of Bowne House and its occupants, along with fun holiday history from yesteryear. Warm beverages and cookies will be served.

Admission: $12 General; $7 Child; $5 Member of BHHS.

Tickets are purchased at the museum. No pre-registration is required.