Join online from the comfort of your home for a series of unique, in-depth tours of the Merchant’s House, preserved intact from the 19th century with the Tredwell family’s original furnishings and personal possessions. It’s an extraordinary up-close and personal experience of the Tredwell home you won’t want to miss –– behind the ropes and no stairs to climb!
"Behind the Ropes" Virtual Architecture Tour: Wednesday, September 30th, 6:00 PM
"Behind the Ropes" Virtual Furniture Tour: Wednesday, November 4, 6:00 PM
"Behind the Ropes" Virtual Lighting Tour: Wednesday, December 2, 6:00 PM
Historic Richmond Town on Staten Island has 40 historic structures on site, and, in these videos, members of the team take you into their attics and show you what's upstairs!
The Third County Courthouse: built in 1837 in its present location
The Tin Smith: built between 1840-1850 and moved to Historic Richmond Town in 1969
The Christopher House: reportedly a meeting place for the Committee of Safety during the American Revolution!
The Carpenter's Shop: a reconstruction built with primarily historic building materials, including a frame from 1830
The Boehm House: a typical 18th or 19th century farmhouse moved to Historic Richmond Town in 1965
The Edwards-Barton House: built in 1869 in its present location
Our friends at the New York Landmarks Conservancy have made brief tour videos at many HHT sites. Enjoy them at the links below!
A full virtual tour of Alice Austen House in Matterport. If you cannot visit the house in person, please take a digital walk through the house!
A virtual tour with audio narration is available in both English and Spanish. You can find a transcript of the tour in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Chinese on the website here.