Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on January 15th from 2 – 5pm at one of New York State’s richest historic heritage… Read More
Category: Social Justice & Civic Advocacy
Jay Day 2017 – Hudson Valley Ramble Welcomes Families to Outdoor Classrooms!
JAY DAY 2017 was a joyful success! Over 1000 guests soaked in the autumn sun at this always popular Hudson… Read More
JHC Participates in Zero Emissions Summit During Climate Change Week
Thank you to Sustainable Westchester for including Jay Heritage Center in yesterday’s Zero Emissions Summit at ASF + Scandinavia House The Speakers… Read More
State Doubles Funds for Program that Spurred 750 Field Trips
Outstanding News! State will Double Funds for Program that Spurred 750 Field Trips in First Year – Successful Program Increased… Read More
Rye City Councilwoman Danielle Tagger-Epstein on John Jay and Trailblazers
A time to stand together
2017 African American Trailblazer Ceremony Honors Local Citizens
In celebration of Black History Month, Westchester County held the 18th annual “Trailblazer Awards” ceremony at the Jay Heritage Center…. Read More
New African American Heritage Trail Brochures Unveiled; 2017 Trailblazers Announced
Feb. 13, 2017 – In celebration of Black History Month, Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino was joined today by… Read More
Will Rye move 200-year-old mile marker?
by Gabriel Rom for the Journal News An almost century-long debate has simmered over the historical authenticity of Rye’s three… Read More
MLK Literary Tea Celebrates Creativity and Faith
This past Monday, January 16, the Jay Heritage Center was honored to host the American Women of African Heritage (AWAH)… Read More
African American Trailblazer Awards 2016
The Trailblazers Advisory Board of Westchester County honored five African Americans for their professional and civic accomplishments at the annual… Read More