Celebrate Halloween through the ages at New York Historical Society's Historical Hallowe’en Party.
Learn about Victorian-era mourning jewelry (made of real human hair!), then make your own piece of mourning jewelry to take home (with fake hair, of course). Also discover the many ways clothing and accessories were used to show remembrance. Historical interpreters will share the meaning of their outfits, including widow's caps, pins and dress colors. Plus, create a special offering to take part in a communal ofrenda (altar) as part of Día de los Muertos, which is celebrated in Mexico and beyond by many families.
For even more Halloween fun, expect hands-on games, Hallowe’en bingo, spooky stories, historical Hallowe’en crafts and buckets of candy.
This all-ages celebration at the Upper West Side museum runs from 4-6pm on Halloween night, Tuesday, October 31. Costumes are encouraged.
