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The Conference House (also known as the "Billopp House") is a historic house on the South Shore of Staten Island, in the beloved neighborhood of Tottenville. It was built in the 16th century and is famous for holding the Staten Island Peace Conference on September 11, 1776. 

History

Captain Christopher Billopp came to America in 1674 after years of service in the Royal Navy. He was given a land patent on almost one thousand acres on the southernmost tip of Staten Island. Archaeological evidence shows that the Raritan band of the Lenape camped in the area and used the location of a burial ground, now known as Burial Ridge. 

According to legend, Captain Billopp's seamanship secured Staten Island to New York, rather than to New Jersey - a bet was…

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On June 24th, 2017, Tom Crimmins Realty sponsored and organized a Family Fun Day. Located at the Conference House Park at 292 Satterlee Street, Staten Island, NY, 10307, family friendly events were held for everyone from 12-4pm. Booths from different companies and establishments gave out snacks, food, drinks, activities, toys, etc all for free.

 

The Tom Crimmins Realty Booth

A large group of people came out to help during this event, many of which donated time, money, and supplies. We give a special thanks to:

  • Abe & Sheri Aruch Chairspersons of Tom Crimmins Realty 
  • All the Tom Crimmins Realty Volunteers
  • The Conference House Association
  • NYC Dept. of Parks
  • Elli Kalamaras of U.S. Mortgage 
  • Peter & Graig Martin as well as well…

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Don't Forget To Come Join Us!

If it so happens to rain, the rain date will be the following Sunday: June 25, 2017!

Don't miss out on our Family Fun Day! It is a great FREE event to take the family to! 

We at Tom Crimmins Realty are very proud to invite the Staten Island community to our free family fun day at The Historic Conference on Saturday June 24, 2017 from 12 to 4 pm.

We have joined forces with the NYC Parks Department, The Conference House Group and many community minded businesses to organize, sponsor and run a great event to raise both awareness and monies for The Conference House.

The day will include free food, drinks, candy, ice cream, novelty toys, popcorn, snacks, hot pretzels, music and more. The activities will include a…

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 Come Join Us!

We at Tom Crimmins Realty are very proud to invite the Staten Island community to our free family fun day at The Historic Conference on Saturday June 24, 2017 from 12 to 4 pm.

We have joined forces with the NYC Parks Department, The Conference House Group and many community minded businesses to organize, sponsor and run a great event to raise both awareness and monies for The Conference House.

The day will include free food, drinks, candy, ice cream, novelty toys, popcorn, snacks, hot pretzels, music and more. The activities will include a kid’s fun run, a basketball and soccer demo, CPR instruction, SIUH blood pressure check, dog training show by Black Jack Ryan, Historic Conference House tours, NYC Park tours, fun kid’s photos,…

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About The Conference House

The Conference House (formerly known at the Billopp House) is a two-story, rubble stone masonry building constructed circa 1680 by Christopher Billopp. Originally rectangular in plan,  the house was extended in the 18th century with the addition of a one-and-a-half story kitchen wing.

The Conference House is named in honor and commemoration of the famous peace conference of 1776.  On September 11, 1776, Continental Congress representatives John Adams, Edward Rutledge, and Benjamin Franklin met with the King’s representative, Lord Richard Howe, at Colonel Christopher Billopp’s home on Staten Island.  The British would not consider independence a negotiable term and the congressional representatives had been authorized only…

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Date Time Place Event Description Contact & Fee  Info

Fri., Dec 20, 2013

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SIABC, 73 Wave Street I-Land Exhibition View self portraits that reflect Staten Island. There is also a Holiday Pop-Up Market.  

Fri & Sat., Dec 20-21, 2013

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tottenville Historical Society, 229 Main Street Holiday Festival of Trees  Christmas trees individually decorated to reflect the Old World traditions and the Hanukkah Festival of Lights. Gift Shop will be open.

 

718.887.9125

Sat., Dec 21, 2013

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Casa Belvedere, 79 Howard Avenue Italian Christmas Cooking Classes Learn how to make Italian holiday classics for…

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Date Time Place Event Description Contact & Fee  Info

 

Fri, Dec. 06, 2013

 

   7:00 pm -

9:00 pm 

 

South Shore YMCA, 3939 Richmond Ave.

 

 YMCA Holiday Zumbafest

 Raffles, 50/50, giveaways and more. All proceeds benefit the Y's Strong Kids Campaign. 

 Contact: Valerie Krause 

718.227.3200

 

Fri, Dec. 06, 2013 

                           

Sat, Dec. 07, 2013

 

 7:00 pm -

 &

2:00 pm -

 

 

Full Cup, 388 Van Duzer St.

 

 

 "Pumpkin Soup"

 

 Play about an 11 year old boy with  autism and his struggles with family during the holidays. 

 $10

Reserve tickets at the gmail account:

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George Washington landed on Staten Island and set up a look-out, at Fort Wadsworth, for the British arrival.  General Howe arrived in New York City on July 2nd, 1776.  His British troops were camped in Watering Place (Tompkinsville) to prepare for a battle against Washington.  However, British troops stalled and instead inforced Islanders to surrender their rights and sign allegiance to the King.

Howe and other American loyalist, including John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, met up a few months later to discuss negotiations for peace.  The meeting took place on September 11, 1776 at the home of a British loyalist, Christopher Billopp.  The NYC Parks and Recreation states, "Lord Howe offered to end the conflict peacefully if the American colonies would…

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