Philipse Manor Hall

Philipse Manor Hall
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
29 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers
914-965-4027

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Holiday Decorations at the Manor Hall

The Manor Hall is dressed up for Christmas!  Join us for a special Holiday or Candlelight Tour to learn about Dutch Christmas traditions and enjoy the beautiful decorations:

Holiday Tours:  Enjoy the Holiday decorations and learn about St. Nicholas Day and other Dutch traditions observed by the Philipse family over two centuries ago.

Tuesday,      December   9, 12 pm & 3 pm
Thursday,     December 11, 12 pm & 3 pm
Saturday,     December 13, 12 pm & 3 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 12 pm & 3 pm

$5 adults, $3 seniors and students.  Free for children 12 and under.

Candlelight Tours:
TOUR PHILIPSE MANOR HALL—BY CANDLELIGHT—AND LEARN ABOUT DUTCH HOLIDAY TRADTITIONS CELEBRATED HERE AND ABROAD.
$5 adults, $3 seniors and students.  Free for children 12 and under.


Friday,      December 19, 7 pm
Saturday, December 20, 7 pm
Tuesday,  December 23, 7 pm








These beautiful photos by Donna Davis

Saturday, December 6th - St. Nicholas Celebration at Philipse Manor Hall


Monday, October 27, 2014

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Monday, September 22, 2014

Saw Mill River Heritage Tour

Thanks to Donna Davis for these great pics of Saturday's tour!




Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Saw Mill River Heritage Trail Walking Tour


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.

Tuesday, September 2, 2014

RIVERFEST ACTIVITIES AT PMH

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 12 - 4 pm

Join us at Philipse Manor Hall for lots of fun activities!

FREE events on the lawn:  
Colonel James DeLancey on his horse True Briton

Blacksmith demonstrations

Community Adventure Play Experience
1-3 pm
Brought to you by Sarah Lawrence College

Crafts, Games, Butter Churning, Quill-writing

Inside the Manor Hall:
($3 admission/Free for Friends of PMH and children under 12)

Scavenger Hunt
Colonial Dress-up
Colonial Games
Crafts
Story-time (12:30-2:30 pm)

**RIVERFEST SPECIAL - $10 FAMILY MEMBERSHIP**

SUPPORT OUR PROGRAMS ALL YEAR LONG AND GET FREE ENTRANCE TO THE MANOR HALL!

AVAILABLE ONLY AT RIVERFEST!
NEW MEMBERSHIPS AND RENEWALS!  ALREADY A MEMBER? ADD AN ADDITIONAL YEAR FOR $10!

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Movies Under the Stars at PMH


JOIN US FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 

at 8:30 PM 

FOR

DISNEY'S FINDING NEMO


ON THE LAWN AT PMH



FREE ADMISSION



Movies are shown on the lawn behind the Manor Hall, 
and visitors are encouraged to bring 
lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. 
This film is rated PG. 

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

NEW! Evening Tours at PMH

Docent-Guided Tours

Self-guided tours are always available at PMH, but those who'd like a more in-depth look at the Manor Hall can join our knowledgeable staff for an hour-long tour. 
$5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Free for children 12 and under.
Summer Tour Dates and Times
NEW!  Evening tours: 
Thursday, July 17, 6:00 P.M
Thursday, August 21, 6:00 P.M.

Afternoon tours:
Saturday, July 26, 12:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M
Tuesday, August 12, 12:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M

Saturday, August 23, 12:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M

Monday, July 14, 2014

MOVIE NIGHT AT PMH

FRIDAY, JULY 25TH, 8:30 pm

on the lawn
(rain location:  Gothic Chamber)

Disney's 
FROZEN

Cool down this summer with one of 2013's hit movies, Frozen. Join Anna and friends as they embark on an epic journey to free their kingdom from an eternal winter. Movies are shown on the lawn behind the Manor Hall, and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. This film is rated PG. Free admission.

Pictures from Night At The Museum, June 27