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Betsy Raynor (1950-2024)
To honor the memory of Elizabeth Gaylord Raynor and to celebrate her life, the Raynor family assembled an exhibition of her paintings at Gallery 90. Exhibit will remain on display during regular gallery hours, Saturday and Sunday, 12-5, October 26 through November 3.
Betsy was a Teacher, Artist, Theatrical Costume Designer, Friend to Many, Member, and Creative Advisor to Ketcham Inn Foundation.
Memorial Slideshow
Garden Update
Historic Windows Arrive at Ketcham Inn
After 35 years, Ketcham Inn is one step closer to restoration. Windows for the c. 1693 Summer Kitchen were unveiled on July 21st. The window frames were constructed by Scott W. Brown, Master Timber Framer out of White Oak and Cypress. These window frames were in vogue between 1690 and 1700. These leaded glass windows were fabricated by Cosby Art Glass in Webster Groves, Missouri and were transported from Missouri by Nancy and George Klemm and family as they were coming to visit Roger and Linda Davis.
Rocking Horse Restored
Historic c. 1870 rocking horse was restored by Roger Herald, Contemporary American whimsical folk art craftsman, Center Moriches. This object was gifted by Boyce and Marjorie Rogers in 2023.
Mary E. Field (1931-2023)
Memorial to occur at Ketcham Inn, August 25th 1:30pm
Local historian, author of The Illustrated History of the Moriches Bay Area. Educator; started Walk Down Main Street school programs.
Long Island History Project Interview, Moriches and the Terry Ketcham Inn
Mary E. Field, Moriches Bay Area historian, speaks about her book she wrote with her husband, Van R. Field, historian and genealogist,
“The Illustrated History of the Moriches Bay Area.”
Memorial Slideshow
Master Gardener Summer Solstice Luncheon
Master Gardener program participants gathered at Ketcham Inn June 21, 2023 for a meal after completing the restoration of the Kitchen Garden, Boxwood Garden, Vegetable Garden at Ketcham Inn, and new ReWild Gardens at the John Scudder and Mary Pelletreau Havens Homestead. All members of the team celebrated with an unforgettable luncheon at Ketcham Inn.
Thank you from the Board of Directors of the Ketcham Inn Foundation and the Moriches Bay Historical Society.
Digital Tapestry
Ketcham Inn Foundation was awarded a $125,000 grant from The Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation administered by 360XR. These grant funds were used to create an augmented reality experience here at Ketcham Inn. For this project, we selected 5 individuals involved with the Revolutionary War and history of the Inn: tavern keeper Benjamin Havens, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, Anna Floyd Smith, and the Cook.
Clarifying the Revolutionary War history of the Moriches has enabled this presentation to develop in augmented reality format for presentation to the public. The project broadened our Revolutionary War connections, tying us into many of the historic sites involving George Washington’s Long Island Spy Ring.
The Board of Directors of the Ketcham Inn Foundation and Digital Tapestry committee extend their thanks to the Gardiner Foundation for funding and including us in this significant project.
Please download the 1776AR app on your phone to have this experience
Smith Farm – Camp Upton Building Roof Repaired
In January 2023, repairs were made to the roof of the historic Camp Upton Building on the Smith Farm property.
Smith Farm – Three Fruit Trees Planted
December 2022, three fruit-bearing apple trees planed to the west of the Dutch Gambrel at the Smith Farm. The trees symbolize a spirited new growth for a developing public park. Planted by Henry Leuthardt Nurseries, purchased by Ketcham Inn Foundation.