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Spring Break Mini Camp - 'Clean as a Whistle' - John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Hours: 1-3pm Ages: YE Price: $15/child per day Address: 400 Jay St. - 914-232-5651 x101 Katonah, NY 10536 johnjayhomestead.org Description: "Clean As a Whistle." How did people keep clean, bathe, and do their laundry 200 years ago? How often did they take a bath? If there was no indoor plumbing, where were their bathrooms? Elementary school children will tour William Jay's bedroom and the cellar kitchen to learn about personal hygiene 200 years ago, and make their own soap in this 2-hour drop-off program. Advance reservations and payment in full are required, and can be made by phoning John Jay Homestead's Education Department at 914-232-5651 x101. |