The Poet of Christmas Eve: Tour & Reading at the General Theological Seminary
The Poet of Christmas Eve: Tour & Reading at the General Theological Seminary
Photos Courtesy of the General Theological Seminary
- December 5th
- 5:00 PM ET
- In-Person
- $10 per person
- Registration Opens on November 21st at 12:00 PM ET
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Clement Clarke Moore with a reading and tour led by cultural historian Pamela McColl!
- Step inside the stunning chapel at the 200 year old General Theological Seminary
- View rare vintage collections and learn about the poem’s 200 year publishing and illustration legacy
- Learn about Moore’s connection to Chelsea and his contribution to the area
- Enjoy locations built on lands donated by Moore, including the Chelsea park named in his honor, where families gather each holiday season to remember the poem and honor the poet
- Visit the site of Moore’s home
- Go home with your very own copy of a special edition of the poem created to celebrate the poem’s 200 years in print, and a complimentary hot cocoa from High Line Hotel
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