What an incredible turnout for lovers of history! Thank you to Dr. Julie Seely and her son Dev Seely for… Read More
Tag: American Women of African Heritage
Rich Soil by Kristine Mays Profiled in NY Social Diary
Thank you to NY Social Diary for this wonderful post! Photos by Kim Crichlow And looking back on September 9th,… Read More
JHC Recognized for Excellence in Historic Preservation by NY State
ALBANY, NY, December 28, 2022 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that nine projects and one individual are being recognized… Read More
Award-Winning Author Michael W. Twitty Speaks at the Jay Estate
On the afternoon of our annual outdoor festival Jay Day, on October 16, James Beard Award-winning author, chef, culinary historian… Read More
Jay Estate Gardens Open with Official Ribbon Cutting
On June 12, 120 supporters and non-profit partners of the Jay Heritage Center (JHC) raised a glass at the official opening of… Read More
Acclaimed Authors Celebrate MLK Day at Jay Estate
Three renowned writers spoke to a crowded Carriage House on Monday as part of the American Women of African Heritage (AWAH)… Read More
VIDEO: Culinary Justice Program Draws Over 380 Registrants
WATCH THE PROGRAM HERE ! On January 14 , our first program of 2021, “Culinary Justice: Exploring Cultural Resilience Through… Read More
American Women of African Heritage to Hold Literary Celebration at JHC
The JHC is pleased to be welcoming back the American Women of African Heritage (AWAH), which will be holding its… Read More
Tour and Exhibit Immerse Attendees in Westchester’s African-American History
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, more than 130 visitors poured into the African American Cemetery in Rye — for the… Read More
Preserving Westchester’s African-American Heritage: Engaging Youth & Community
County Executive George Latimer Invites you to join the Westchester County African-American Advisory Board, African-American History in Westchester Commemoration Committee… Read More