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Historic Preservation

“The [1838] Peter Jay House…is undeniably a major architectural landmark. This monumental Greek Revival style house has been generally recognized as one of the most important buildings of its type in the country. Its symmetrical massing, bold scale, and grandly austere detail are an extraordinary symbol of the increasing wealth and power of America during the decade of the 1830s. The house also reflects the importance of the Jay family in a maturing nation.”— Andrew Dolkart, architectural historian

Historic Preservation at JHC

Environmental Stewardship

“Non-native and invasive exotic species are quickly becoming one of the largest threats to biodiversity in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in New York State.” – Audubon

Environmental Stewardship at JHC

Archaeology

A 4000 year old golden quartz projectile point lies next to a Paleo Indian pottery shard. These and other archaeological finds at the Jay Estate have excited experts about this anthropologically rich site.

Archaeology at JHC

Archives & Research

Thanks to donations of original photo albums, diaries, letters and more, students with an interest in history can learn from primary documents. A junior in high school can learn firsthand about the aviation race in WWI and WWII or the role of St. Nazaire as a port in WWI used by US troops.

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