SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20:
Saw Mill River Heritage Trail - Walking Tour along the route of the River
in Downtown Yonkers
Part of the
Hudson River Valley Ramble
Location:
Philipse Manor Hall State
Historic Site
29 Warburton Avenue
Yonkers , NY , 10701
County: Westchester
Date:
9/20/2014 10:00 AM
Event Description:
Philipse Manor Hall and downtown
Yonkers have both shaped and been shaped by the Saw Mill River. This walking
tour will follow the Saw Mill, or Nepperhan, River from its mouth at the Hudson
to Chicken Island while discussing and exploring the history, growth,
development, and changing landscapes of downtown Yonkers.
Contact Information:
Charles Casimiro
charles.casimiro@parks.ny.gov
(914)965-4027 ext. 105
Additional Information:
Event Duration (Hours): 1.5
Fee Information: $5 for members of Friends of Philipse Manor Hall and $10 for
non-members
Advanced Registration Information: Reservations are required and will be accepted until Friday,
September 19. Please call (914) 965-4027 ext. 105 to reserve your
spot.
Trip Length (Miles): 1
Difficulty Level: Easy
Trip Characteristics: The walk will take place on city sidewalks in a fairly crowded
area.
Portion Wheelchair Accessible: The tour goes along sidewalks in varying conditions.
Additional Activities: Philipse Manor Hall will be open for self-guided house tours
from 12-5 PM. Museum admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students,
and free for children 12 and under.
You can reach the Friends of
Philipse Manor Hall Here
The newly day-lighted Saw Mill
River runs through Van Der Donck Park...
Part of the Saw Mill River Heritage Ramble.
Nice post. This is something I should definitely try. Thanks for sharing this.
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