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The Hamilton Musical And History’s Unsung – The Heroism of Jack Peterson

Posted on July 5, 2020January 17, 2022 by Suzanne Clary

(Above – Jack Peterson Memorial at Croton Point Park; photo by Kim Crichlow) Like millions this 4th of July weekend,… Read More

Preserving African American Historic Places with Brent Leggs

Posted on June 9, 2020June 10, 2020 by Jay Heritage

Brent Leggs, an accomplished advocate for the preservation of African-American historical sites, will speak at JHC as part of a… Read More

African American Trailblazer Awards 2020

Posted on March 8, 2020April 5, 2023 by Jay Heritage

A capacity crowd turned out for the 2020 African American Trailblazer Awards. Honorees included Dave Thomas, the dedicated guardian of one… Read More

History and Stewardship Matter for Every Age!

Posted on November 15, 2019June 28, 2020 by Suzanne Clary

On Friday, November 15, about 50 5th and 7th graders from Resurrection School joined us for a free field trip… Read More

Preserving Westchester’s African-American Heritage: Engaging Youth & Community

Posted on September 21, 2019June 3, 2020 by Suzanne Clary

County Executive George Latimer Invites you to join the Westchester County African-American Advisory Board, African-American History in Westchester Commemoration Committee… Read More

Latimer Honors Trailblazers for Black History Month in Home Town of Rye

Posted on February 27, 2018April 5, 2023 by Suzanne Clary

Westchester County honored four remarkable African American citizens for their professional accomplishments and community efforts at the 19th Annual Black… Read More