Hear Jan Kelsey, Rye resident, President of the Board of Trustees of the Westchester Historical Society, and former archivist for the Rye Historical Society, discuss the Cowboys and Skinners, two notorious gangs that ravaged Rye and Westchester County during the Revolutionary War. Our communities endured 7 years of fear and lawlessness from 1776 to 1783 as they faced foraging troops, gangs of marauders, military skirmishes, economic hardship and political upheaval on a daily basis.  Families had divided loyalties and many fled to either New York or Connecticut to escape the violence of the so-called “Neutral Ground.”

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Little Historians Story Hour is an all-new recurring children’s program at the Square House Museum. This program is designed to spark curiosity, imagination, and a love of history in young learners (Ages 3-7). Through engaging storytelling, hands-on activities, and exploration of the historic house, children are introduced to the people, places, and events that shaped the City of Rye and early America. This program is free, registration is requested. Register here.

The Rye Historical Society is proud to launch The Rye Sound Series, a new performance series celebrating the extraordinary musical talent of students - set within the historic walls of the Square House Museum. This inaugural March event will feature the Rye High School Jazz Band and other performances from the music department, bringing rhythm, harmony, and youthful energy into one of Rye’s most treasured historic spaces. Registration is requested.

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Come one, come all! We invite the community to join us on March 28th for a special Open House at the Square House. Since 1964, the Rye Historical Society has proudly preserved, interpreted, and celebrated the rich history of our community. For generations, the Society has also stewarded the historic Square House Museum, safeguarded thousands of archival materials, and provided educational programming that connects residents of all ages to Rye’s colonial roots, Revolutionary history, and evolving civic story.

This community event is an opportunity to welcome new friends as well as long-time supporters.

In response to the trauma of industrialization and urbanization in the late-nineteenth century, the Arts and Crafts Movement took America by storm. In this book, Dr. Thomas Guiler takes a look at three intentional communities established in New York State within the Arts and Crafts Movement: Rose Valley, Byrdcliffe, and Roycroft. In imagining a compromise between machine-dominated industry and handicraft, these artisans sought to critique industrial capitalism and carve out a space where craftspeople could once again flourish in community. This author talk is presented as part of The Square House Book Club.

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Start your week inspired and join us on the first Monday of every month at 7:00 PM for thoughtful conversation, local history, and engaging dialogue. Discover history, culture, and storytelling in a way unlike any other book club in the area. The Square House Book Club brings together local history, national moments, and compelling literature, from the American Revolution and colonial life to historical fiction, biography, and stories of bold discovery. This is an opportunity to connect with fellow readers, engage with ideas that shaped our nation, and deepen your appreciation for the history that surrounds us. The April book selection is The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray.

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