The Ketcham Inn Steward Bertram Seides welcomed Colonial guests on September 17 for a lively Tavern fundraiser. Three ladies from the Patchogue based Colonel Josiah Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution greeted guests as they walked with their lanterns after a tour of the Haven's House. An Irish slave Lauren recounted stories of her experience in 1790's Long Island. The guests received a serving of Grog and then enjoyed a lovely dinner prepared by Diane Schwindt and Sandy. Dale Jacobi, Mary Dykman, and Joan Nathan, Regent of the Col. Josiah Smith DAR, shared information about this lovely restored Inn. Bert's guests were delighted by all.
Ketcham Inn Foundation, Inc. interprets over 324 years of history on Long Islands South Shore. Established in 1989, the Foundation developed a mission to restore the Terry-Ketcham Inn, a settlement site, resident blacksmith, social center, meeting house, former stagecoach stop between Manhattan and Sag Harbor during the 18th and 19th century. Today a well established living History Museum and Cultural Center for the education of American heritage. For information please call Bertram Seides, President, at 631-878-1855
