Events

An Exhibition of original works by Black artists responding to the story of James Knapp.

This talk and musical program will feature music from William James Knapp's extensive personal collection of sheet music he acquired between 1865 to 1885, which includes popular, classical, and parlor music from the Gilded Age.

As the weather heats up, cool down with us at the Pommer for an Ice Cream Social! This free event will be held at the Pommer from 4:00 PM -…

Join us on August 1, 2025, from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM for our 3rd annual Community Day! Every year we work to celebrate and connect our Albany community here…

Historic Cherry Hill invites you to walk in the footsteps of William James Knapp, the great-grandchild of Dinah Jackson, who was the last person enslaved at Cherry Hill. Knapp lived…

Historic Cherry Hill and Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate New York present Tell Me That You’ll Not Forget Me, an original play by Megan Stuart and Emily Furlong directed by…

Enjoy an evening of "mulled wine and murder" by the glow of jack-o'-lantern light with food and beverage tastings from circa 1827-the year of Cherry Hill's infamous murder. This program…

TOUR DATES: October 9-11, 15-18, and 22-25

Guests will meet the historical players, walk in the footsteps of a murderer, and revel in harrowing--and historical--titillation. Along the way, learn about slavery, class, and women's rights.

This community event will feature pumpkin painting for all ages, a participatory pumpkin carving demo, pumpkin ice cream, tours of the historic house, and the winners of the Cherry Hill…

This will be the last chance to see The World of James Knapp— with a holiday twist! See the Gilded Age dining room setting by candlelight. View greeting cards, ornaments, and…