Crossroads of Rockland History

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Crossroads of Rockland History Podcast

Crossroads of Rockland History, a podcast of the Historical Society of Rockland County. Host Clare Sheridan welcomes guests every month to to explore, celebrate and learn about the rich history of Rockland County and the Lower Hudson Valley, NY. 

  1. 16 SEPT

    The André / Arnold Affair plus Lafayette's Farewell Visit - Crossroads of Rockland History

    Broadcast originally aired on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 9:30 am, on WRCR Radio 1700AMWe turned our attention to two notable September events relating to the American Revolution. First, September 2024 marks the 244th anniversary of the capture, imprisonment and trial of British Major John André for conspiring with General Benedict Arnold. And it’s the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s triumphant farewell visit to America which included a stop here in Rocklan...

    30 min

  2. 19 AUG

    Nyack Jazz Exhibition at Historical Society of the Nyacks - Crossroads of Rockland History

    An excerpt of this interview aired on August 19, 2024 at 9:30am on WRCR Radio 1700AM.Miriam Hoffman, Trustee of the Historical Society of the Nyacks (HSN) joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss the new exhibition at the HSN entitled “Nyack Jazz – The Golden Years of ‘The Office’ and its Forerunners.”This exhibition focuses on the rich history of jazz in Nyack, beginning in the early 1900s, through the golden years of the bar called The Office in the 1970s, up to the vibrant revival of jazz tod...

    43 min

  3. 15 JUL

    Sparkill History Project with Larry Vail - Crossroads of Rockland History

    An Excerpt from this interview aired originally on Monday, July 15, 9:30 am, on WRCR 1700AMWe turned our attention to the hamlet of Sparkill. Larry Vail of the Sparkill History Project joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss the rich history of this community.Some topics that were discussed were:Skunk HollowRoads and RailroadsRockland CemeteryThe Convent and ChurchesHotelsEarly Environmental MovementOswald Bauerand others***Crossroads of Rockland History airs every third Monday of the month on ...

    43 min

  4. 17 JUN

    Rockland County Place Names with Joe Barbieri - Crossroads of Rockland History

    Episode originally aired Monday, June 17, 2024 at 9:30 am, on WRCR AM1700Did you ever wonder about the origins of place names in Rockland County? Joe Barbieri of the New City Library joined host Clare Sheridan to explore names such as Bulsontown, Stagg’s Corners, Hyenga Lake, Mosestown, Woodburn, Warren, and more.Joe Barbieri is the Adult Services and Local History Librarian at the New City Library. He specializes in local history, assisting patrons in research using electronic and print sour...

    29 min

  5. 20 MAY

    Nyack People and Places with Mike Hays - Crossroads of Rockland History

    Broadcast originally aired on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:30 am, on WRCR 1700AM Radio.Mike Hays joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss his weekly history column (Nyack People and Places) in Nyack News and Views. Nyack News and Views has been sharing community news and storytelling for sixteen years, and Mike Hays has worked diligently to bring Nyack’s rich history to its readers. A thirty-five-year resident of the Nyacks, Mike Hays grew up the son of a professor and nurse in Cha...

    30 min

  6. 15 APR

    New Exhibitions at the HSRC and the OHMA - Crossroads of Rockland History

    Episode originally aired on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 9:30 am, on WRCR 1700 AM RadioWe learned all about two new local history exhibitions opening in April 2024. First, we explored “When This You See, Remember Me: Inscribed Quilts from Rockland County” at the Historical Society of Rockland County. The exhibition's guest curator, Peggy Norris, a member of the American Quilt Study Group, Ridgewood (NJ) Historical Society, and Genealogical Society of Bergen County, discussed how, through the qui...

    30 min

  7. 18 MAR

    Piermont Historical Society Update - Crossroads of Rockland History

    Broadcast originally aired on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:30am on WRCR 1700AM. Host Clare Sheridan welcomed members of the Piermont Historical Society (PHS) to discuss their recent efforts to preserve and share the history of Piermont with the public.The Piermont Historical Society is a dynamic organization ensuring that the unique history of the Village is passed down through generations of residents and shared with all of those who have an interest in this beautiful ...

    31 min

  8. 19 FEB

    Lafayette Theater Centennial (Suffern) - Crossroads of Rockland History

    Broadcast originally aired on Monday, February 19, 2024 at 9:30 am, on WRCR 1700 AMDid you know that the Lafayette Theater in Suffern, NY is Rockland County's only single-screen movie palace? In operation since 1924, it marks its100th anniversary this year! With special guests Ari Benmosche and Craig Long we turned our attention to the history of the Lafayette Theater and learned about the ongoing festivities celebrating this landmark anniversary. The festivities—"100 Years of Film," showcasi...

    28 min
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Crossroads of Rockland History, a podcast of the Historical Society of Rockland County. Host Clare Sheridan welcomes guests every month to to explore, celebrate and learn about the rich history of Rockland County and the Lower Hudson Valley, NY. 

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  • Creator
    Clare Sheridan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    147
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Crossroads of Rockland History
  • Show Website
    Crossroads of Rockland History

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