Historic House Trust of New York City

08/21/2026

The school year is fast approaching, which means an exciting season of field trips and educational programs across our partner historic houses. It also means saying goodbye to many of our summer interns!

The Historic House Trust team wants to thank Chelsea Murphy, who joined us through the NYC Parks internship program as a landscape architecture student at the University of Delaware.

This summer, Chelsea researched the history of Seguine Mansion, while also exploring how its landscape could welcome more visitors and connect people to the rich history of Staten Island.

Thank you, Chelsea, for all your hard work this summer! We’re excited to see where your passion for landscape architecture takes you next. 🌿

seguinemansion University of Delaware

08/07/2026

The future of preservation starts with investing in people. ❤️

Last week, the Historic House Trust was proud to bring together New York City Department of Parks & Recreation City Park Workers for a hands-on training led by GHHN at the Kingsland Homestead. Participants learned practical historic housekeeping and maintenance skills that will help care for and protect New York City’s historic sites every day.

Every new skill strengthens the preservation field and helps to ensure our historic houses are cared for, now and for generations to come. Together, we’re preserving history by investing in the people who will carry this work forward. And a big thank you to Queens Historical Society for being such generous hosts!

07/30/2026

Throwing it back to 2002, when the Historic House Trust, NYC Parks, and the U.S. Coast Guard worked together to relight the Little Red Lighthouse for the first time in more than 50 years. The relighting marked a historic milestone and kicked off that year’s Little Red Lighthouse Festival, which included the beloved Little Red Lighthouse 10K Marathon Swim.

The marathon swim hasn’t been held in years, but this summer, New York Open Water is bringing the tradition back with the inaugural Little Red Lite Swim on Saturday, August 22. This scenic, current-assisted 4-mile swim takes participants beneath the George Washington Bridge and past the Little Red Lighthouse, offering a one-of-a-kind view of Manhattan from the Hudson River.

Whether you’re swimming or cheering from shore, it’s a wonderful way to celebrate the Little Red Lighthouse and its enduring place in New York City’s history. ❤️🌊 We’ll be there, will you?

📍 Saturday, August 22
🏊 4-mile current-assisted swim
🌉 Swim beneath the George Washington Bridge and past the Little Red Lighthouse

New York Open Water NYC Parks U.S. Coast Guard Riverside Park Conservancy

07/20/2026

The best part of this work is spending time with the incredible people who make New York City such a special place.

Last week, we celebrated the 15th anniversary of the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum Alliance, joined by NYC Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura. It was a wonderful reminder of what can be accomplished when dedicated community partners, city leaders, and advocates come together to preserve and reimagine our shared history.

We’re excited to move closer to construction on a transformative two-phase capital initiative that will restore the historic farmhouse, improve accessibility, and create a more welcoming experience for all New Yorkers. This collaborative effort will ensure that the Dyckman Farmhouse continues to serve as a vibrant cultural resource for generations to come. Stay tuned for updates!

Photo credit: Dyckman Farmhouse Museum Dyckman Farmhouse Museum

07/08/2026

Celebrate the Semiquincentennial with events at our 23 partner historic sites across New York City: https://historichousetrust.org/events/

Our new America250 Events Calendar brings together exhibitions, guided tours, lectures, family programs, and special events all in one place. From the Bronx to Staten Island, these remarkable sites bring America’s story to life with unforgettable experiences all summer long. https://vimeo.com/1199199442

Explore the event calendar featuring programs and activities from our partner historic houses across New York City. New events will be added regularly, so subscribe to the calendar to stay up to date. https://historichousetrust.org/events/

07/04/2026

Happy 250th! ✨

Even though the Sail4th 250 tall ships didn’t quite make it up to the George Washington Bridge today, we still had a wonderful time enjoying Fort Washington Park and welcoming visitors for a few hours of impromptu tours of the Little Red Lighthouse.

A big thank you to the Urban Park Rangers for opening this beloved landmark to the public year-round. We’re excited to be partnering with them and Henson Architecture on the restoration and revitalization of this iconic New York City treasure. Stay tuned!

NYC Parks Riverside Park Conservancy The Port Authority of NY & NJ The Little Red Lighthouse

06/18/2026

A night honoring the people who help keep New York City’s history alive. ✨

At this year’s Historic House Trust Founders Award Gala, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, we came together to recognize individuals whose vision, creativity, and lifelong service have enriched our city and inspired generations.

Congratulations to Founders Award recipients Richard W. Southwick and Lynden B. Miller, and Culture Keepers Award recipients Greg Young & Tom Meyers of The Bowery Boys Podcast. Thank you for all you have done for New York City. ❤️🏛️🗽

More event pictures here: https://pixies.et/swHeiQnO

05/28/2026

New York City's historic houses hold centuries of stories. On June 11th, we’re gathering to celebrate the people helping ensure those stories continue to be told. 🏛️

Join us at the historic Bohemian National Hall for our 2026 Founders Award Gala, an evening bringing together preservationists, cultural leaders, designers, historians, and advocates from across the five boroughs in support of NYC’s historic house museums.

We are thrilled to honor:
✨ Richard W. Southwick
✨ Lynden B. Miller
✨ Greg Young & Tom Meyers of The Bowery Boys

As we mark America’s 250th anniversary, this year’s gala is a celebration of the places, voices, and communities that shape our shared history.

Tickets and sponsorships including a reduced price ticket for cocktail hour only are available here: https://secure.givelively.org/event/historic-house-trust-of-new-york-city-inc/2026-founders-award-gala

05/15/2026

Last year’s celebration set the bar high, and this year we’re going even bigger. 🎉

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, we’re pulling out all the stops. Join us on Thursday, June 11th at the historic Bohemian National Hall for an unforgettable evening celebrating the people shaping New York City’s cultural legacy.

This year, we are proud to honor:
✨ Richard W. Southwick & Lynden B. Miller with the Founders Award
✨ Greg Young & Tom Meyers of The Bowery Boys with the Culture Keepers Award

All proceeds of the Founders Award Gala support the Historic House Trust’s work preserving and advocating for 23 historic house museums across NYC’s five boroughs.

Don’t miss it. Tickets and sponsorships are now available here: https://tinyurl.com/cfzkpnxd

Second Bolt

05/13/2026

We’re still feeling inspired after an incredible weekend in Albany!

Our Executive Director had the honor of presenting at the The Museum Association of New York conference alongside Boscobel House and Gardens and our wonderful partners at the Morris-Jumel Mansion.

The session, “Preservation as Program: Restoring Trust and Transparency at NY Historic Sites,” explored the drama, challenges, and excitement behind restoration projects and how we bring the public along for the journey. Grateful for such thoughtful colleagues and conversations that push this work forward.