Mansion tours and concessions start at 6:00 PM/ Music starts at 7:00 PM.
The Shipman Mansion at the Red Dragon Canoe Club "Summer Concert" series, is in partnership with Edgewater Park Township.
On Wednesday, July 22 Norman Taylor and BlueSoul will bring their acoustic blues & soul to the Shipman Mansion! This free performance will start at 7:00 on the lawn of the Shipman Mansion at the Red Dragon Canoe Club, 221 Edgewater Ave., Edgewater Park, NJ 08010.
NEW THIS YEAR. We will be collecting non-perishable food items to be donated to “Meals of Love” at the Beverly Methodist Church. The collection box is next to the membership tent.
COME EARLY! Starting at 6:00 PM tours of the Shipman Mansion as well as refreshments including hot dogs, hamburgers, and other favorites. Lawn games and fun for the kids, too! Bring your lawn chair and join the fun!
ALL CONCERTS ARE RAIN OR SHINE! PLEASE CHECK HERE FOR UPDATES! All events are free, but donations to support the ongoing mansion restoration are gladly accepted. In addition, 50/50 tickets as well as raffle tickets ($10 each) to support the ongoing Shipman Mansion restoration will be on sale.
More about Norman Taylor: Norman Taylor is a Philadelphia-area singer-songwriter and acoustic blues and soul performer whose music blends traditional country blues with soul, gospel, country, and classic ‘70s rock influences.
Inspired by legendary artists such as Robert Johnson, Skip James, Keb’ Mo’, Eric Bibb, and Guy Davis, Taylor delivers heartfelt performances rooted in authenticity and storytelling. Throughout his career, he has shared stages with acclaimed artists including Guy Davis, Marcia Ball, Janiva Magness, The Immediate Family, Trombone Shorty, Popa Chubby, and the legendary rock band ZZ Top.
Norman has also performed at numerous festivals, including the Piccolo Spoleto Early Bird Blues Festival, Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Festival, South Street Festival, and the Roots Ramble Festival, appearing alongside renowned performers such as Rory Block, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Sharrie Williams.
A recording artist with Soul Stew Records, Norman continues to captivate audiences with his soulful voice, masterful guitar work, and genuine passion for American roots music. Here is the complete list of the remaining summer concerts
.• July 22 – Norm Taylor — Blues
• August 5 – Golden Eagle Community Band — Community Band / Instrumental