It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of our dear friend and Board Trustee… Read More
Category: School Programs
Now Hiring: Custodial Supervisor
Position Description: Custodial Supervisor at the Jay Estate Year-Round Part-Time Position Compensation: $25/hr. Email Suzanne Clary jayheritagecenter@gmail.com to apply and for… Read More
Remembering Jane-Kerin Moffat 1931 – 2021
We extend our profound condolences to the family of our dear friend and advisor Jane-Kerin Moffat who passed away in… Read More
The Jay Estate, Back in the Day
The Jay Estate is in the news! The Journal News is highlighting the Jay Estate as part of their celebration… Read More
Inaugural John Jay History Award: Jack Engel
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) recently announced the recipient of its inaugural John Jay History Award. The award is given… Read More
Four Inspiring Books for Kids About Epidemics
By Kelly Bakshi Some events in history feel so foreign and distant that they could never repeat themselves–until they do…. Read More
Historic Preservation Professors and Students from Columbia Visit Jay Estate
One of JHC’s newest board members, Jorge Otero-Pailos, views the Jay Estate as a rare hands-on laboratory for graduate students… Read More
JHC Joins African-American History in Westchester Commemoration Committee
The Jay Heritage Center is honored to be a part of this important initiative, led by the Westchester County African-American… Read More
What It’s Like to Volunteer at the Jay Estate
Each year, the Jay Heritage Center is fortunate enough to attract dedicated high school volunteers who help with research and… Read More
Scouts Unearth History of Rye’s Earliest Settlers from the 1600s and 1700s
The Jay Heritage Center is excited to share news of a terrific discovery made by an Eagle Scout candidate… Read More