The Rye Historical Society sponsored the event, which featured reenactments, live music, historic costumes, Square House tours, and activities for all ages.
The event was designed to highlight not only the nation’s declaring independence from Great Britain, but the role Rye residents played in the nation’s fight for that independence.
On Friday, June 14, 6:30 p.m., at Shenorock Shore Club, the Rye Historical Society celebrates its 60th anniversary with an evening of dinner and dancing.
Peg Lyon was enslaved in Rye, sold in Greenwich in 1790, and emancipated in 1800, when she was able to live free with her husband Anthony Green. She died 30 years later.
More events highlighting Rye’s history and culture intended to interest both the broad population as well as youngsters are planned at the at the Square House Museum on city history throughout the year.
