Historic Tavern Trail at Foster’s Coach House

Wednesday, April 9, 2025
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Foster’s Coach House, 6411 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck, NY 12571

The Dutchess County Historic Tavern Trail brings history and local cuisine together while introducing the community to iconic locales. This collaborative program, organized by the Dutchess County Department of History, local historical societies, and food and beverage partners, highlights the county’s rich past through engaging presentations at historic sites.

This month’s program features “Anna Sang For Red Hook:” The Story of 19th-Century Opera Star Madam Anna Bishop” presented by author and Historic Red Hook researcher Sarah K. Hermans. Herman’s presents the story of how a world famous opera singer came to be buried in St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery. Nineteenth-century soprano Madame Anna Bishop’s voice was never recorded, but you’ll hear some of the songs she was famous for as we weave the tale of her life. Born in England in 1810, Anna traveled the world and was as famous at the time as Jenny Lind. Anna lived large, sang beautifully, loved fiercely, and was buried without a tombstone here in Red Hook in 1884.

This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is required. RSVP and details: https://www.historicredhook.org/upcoming-events//tavern-trail-fosters-apr25