Holiday Party
Sunday Dec 2024 15th 5-7pm
The Morris-Jumel Mansion
65 Jumel Terrace New York, NY 10032
$35/guest
Hi ladies! We are throwing ourselves a party at Manhattan’s oldest surviving residence... the crown jewel of Upper Manhattan, our Morris-Jumel Mansion. Please spread the word to all your lady-friends.
We hope you will join us.
We are suggesting 'festive' attire for this celebratory event. While attending, please be sensitive to the historic environment.
Women in Leadership
Johanna Garcia is Chief of Staff to NYS Senator Robert Jackson. She is a policy expert and an active community organizer in Northern Manhattan. Known as a results-driven government relations leader, our special guest will guide us in a 20-minute discussion on the topic of leadership.
Tickets!
$35 covers the cost of entering the museum from 5-7pm, all food & beverages, self-guided tours, access to grounds, collections & exhibits on display, plus a special guest discussion with Q/A. If you can not attend, you may contribute to the event by making a donation.
If you need assistance or require a different form of payment please write to Nik at hello@ladieslemonade.com.
Private access to the historic architecture & collections
Fun conversation with Upper Manhattan women
Tasty bites, beverage & cocktails from Rispoli's Bakery
Special guest leading a discussion on leadership
The Mansion
We are excited to choose the Morris-Jumel Mansion as our location. We are pleased to be able to support them in their restoration projects by being patrons. There will be opportunities to donate directly to the restoration of the mansion at the event. To donate directly to the Morris-Jumel Mansion or become a member of their museum today, use the links below.
Getting There
The Morris-Jumel Mansion is located in Upper Manhattan at 65 Jumel Terrace, a short block which extends from 160th & 162nd Streets. It is two blocks east of Broadway, one block east of St. Nicholas Avenue, and one block west of Edgecombe Avenue. Please note that West 161st Street does not extend this far east, but Sylvan Terrace can be entered via a stairway on St. Nicholas Avenue that leads to the entrance.
65 Jumel Terrace, New York, NY 10034
212-923-8008
Subway: The closest subway stop is the 163rd C train stop, exit on the St. Nicholas side. We are also a 10 minute walk from the 1 train on 157th Street.
Driving:
- From the east side: Take the FDR Drive to 135th Street. Travel west on 135th to St. Nicholas Ave. and turn right. Proceed to 160th Street and turn right. Turn left on Jumel Terrace.
- From the north and the west side: Henry Hudson to 158th Street. Take 158th Street east and turn left on St. Nicholas Avenue. Turn right onto 160th Street and proceed ½ block to Jumel Terrace on left.
- Parking: Street parking is available on 160th and 162th Streets, on Jumel Terrace (cobblestone street) in front of the museum, and behind the museum on Edgecombe Avenue. There is also a parking garage on 161st street between Broadway and Amsterdam Ave.
Bus:
- M2 to 160th and Edgecombe Ave. (uphill walk one block west to Jumel Terrace. Museum Entrance is 1/2 block north on Jumel Terrace).
- M4 and M5 to 161st and Broadway (walk one block south to West 160th Street and two short blocks to Jumel Terrace. Museum entrance is 1/2 block north on Jumel Terrace).
- M3 or the M101 (from Harlem-125th Metro North) to 161st and Amsterdam Ave. (walk one block south to West 160th Street and two short blocks to Jumel Terrace. Museum entrance is 1/2 block north on Jumel Terrace).
If you want assistance in arranging transportation text Nik, 917-634-0989 or email her at hello@ladieslemonade.com.
Event Schedule
5:00pm
The doors open for us to explore the mansion! Food & beverages are in the Gift Shop. The gift shop will be open for purchases & the mansion will gladly accept donations for their restoration projects.
5:30pm
Johanna Garcia will guide a discussion on 'women in leadership' in the octagon room on the first floor. Johanna will be available for Q&A for the rest of the evening.
6:00pm
Schmoozing and just plain fun!
7:00pm
We need to ensure we are all gone by 7pm. The 'cleaning crew' has a half hour to finish up before the doors are locked for the night.
We are excited to celebrate in this historical space with all of you!
SUPPORT US!
It doesn't cost much to hang out in the park, but we would like to cover the cost of our website, supplies, posters, etc... also, planning for our Holiday Party at The Morris Jummel-Mansion has begun. Any contribution is appreciated.
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