Polly Cooper Chapter, NSDAR

08/29/2026

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Earlier this month, Visitor Services Assistant Rowan Tucker, was presented with the DAR Excellence in Historic Preservation Award from Polly Cooper Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). This award recognizes individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to preserving and promoting local history.

Rowan, who is known for his engaging tours of Glenview historic home, was selected in recognition of his exceptional dedication, historical knowledge, and years of service at the Hudson River Museum.

Please join us in congratulating Rowan on this achievement!

08/27/2026

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Join us October 3 for The Great New Castle Hunt, a one-of-a-kind competitive scavenger hunt presented by NCHS in collaboration with the creative minds at cityHUNT. Using the cityHUNT interactive mobile platform on their smartphones, teams will explore New Castle by car and on foot as they solve clues, complete fun challenges, answer trivia, and uncover the rich history, hidden gems, and fascinating stories that make our community unique. The event concludes with a BBQ reception at the Greeley House! For ages 21+ only.

08/24/2026

A reminder of the beauty and wonder of our National Parks!
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08/20/2026

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Get ready Yorktown - we have another legendary author coming in Sept.! Join us for a special RW250 night, as we welcome bestselling author Kostya Kennedy to discuss his book "The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night that Saved America." Learn about the remarkable network of riders, spies, and ordinary citizens whose actions helped ignite the American Revolution, and why Paul Revere's ride specifically continues to resonate today. The evening will then follow with a Q&A and book signing. Adults AND teens are welcome to register through our website.

08/16/2026

📚 Books, Community & Service! 📚
The Polly Cooper Chapter held a fabulous book drive service project at our annual Summer Soirée, supporting both our Literacy Promotion and Library Outreach Committees.
Approximately 50 books were donated—and they’ve already found new homes in several Little Free Libraries along the ride between Bedford and Yorktown Heights! What a wonderful way to share the joy of reading and make a difference in our community. ❤️📖

08/16/2026

The Polly Cooper Chapter, NSDAR proudly presented the DAR Excellence in Historic Preservation Award to David Ellis at the Katonah Museum of Art, recognizing his exceptional historical knowledge and 12 years of dedicated service as a docent.
The presentation followed a fascinating tour of “Diplomacy at Home: The Domestic Lives of the Founding Families.”David shared how preparing to lead this exhibition required six to eight months of research and training.
The exhibition explores the private lives of America’s Founding Families through furniture, art, decorative objects, and personal belongings, with special attention to John Jay, Alexander Hamilton, Martha Washington, and Sarah Jay.
We are grateful to David for his dedication to bringing history to life and inspiring visitors through his passion for our nation’s past.Katonah Museum of Art

08/14/2026

A hidden gem in Westchester! 🏛️ The Hudson River Museum is rich in artwork, history, and culture—and currently features a special America 250 exhibit celebrating our nation’s story.
Historic Preservation Chair Kim McCrea, assisted by Honorary Regent Rosemarie Schmidt, presented the DAR Historic Preservation Recognition Award to Rowan Tucker, who has served as a museum docent for eight years. We are proud to recognize Rowan's dedication to preserving and sharing our local history! 🇺🇸Hudson River Museum Yonkers

08/07/2026

Today, Purple Heart Day, we pay tribute to the bravery and sacrifice symbolized by the Purple Heart.
We remember the wounded. We honor the fallen. We stand beside the veterans and families who still bear the weight of that service.

07/25/2026

Discover membership in DAR, where women connect with shared history, meaningful service work, and a supportive community. The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) offers women a meaningful way to honor our nation’s past while making a difference today through service, education, and historic preservation. Beyond its mission, DAR provides friendship, learning opportunities, and a welcoming community of women of all ages.

If you have been considering joining the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), there is no better time than now. Please email [email protected]

07/19/2026

Literacy Promotion Grades 1-6

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