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We are a non-profit providing the foundation for New York's stories through historic preservation.

In partnership with NYC Parks, the Historic House Trust advocates for, promotes, and provides expertise to preserve 23 publicly owned historic sites located throughout New York City’s five boroughs. Located on public parkland, our 23 partner historic sites are open to all and are instrumental in creating engaging programs for their surrounding communities. Ranging from modest farms to grand mansio

ns, these landmark sites provide essential windows into the lives of all New Yorkers, past and present. We are a team of historic preservation professionals that believe the structural integrity of historic buildings is the foundation of telling New York’s diverse stories. We believe historic sites are not static antiquities – they are living institutions uniquely poised to address current issues in their communities and the world while retaining their connections to the past.

03/10/2026

The Morris-Jumel Mansion restoration has begun! 🪏

We are thrilled to announce that construction is officially underway on a major restoration of this 1765 landmark and Manhattan’s oldest surviving residence. A ceremonial groundbreaking yesterday marked the start of this ambitious project to safeguard this historic site, restore the Mansion to a condition befitting its city and national landmark status, and strengthen its role as a cultural beacon for Upper Manhattan.

“This groundbreaking is more than just a construction milestone,” said Giulietta Fiore, Executive Director of the Historic House Trust. “It is a celebration of history, community, and the belief that every New Yorker deserves a meaningful connection to our shared past. This project ensures that the Morris-Jumel Mansion will continue to inspire curiosity, learning, and pride for generations to come.”

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this exciting milestone, and to those who have supported this project from the very beginning. We are especially grateful to our partners at the Morris-Jumel Mansion and the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation for their continued commitment, advocacy, and collaboration.

Funding for the project was provided by Mayor Bill de Blasio, Mayor Eric Adams, Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez, Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer, and Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, and continues with the support of Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani, Council Member Carmen De La Rosa, Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Senator Robert Jackson, and Assemblymember Al Taylor.

📰 Full press release: https://tinyurl.com/3h7nxd5h

📸 Photos 1-4 courtesy of NYC Parks photographer Daniel Avila

01/21/2026

Congratulations to Tricia Shimamura on her appointment as NYC Parks Commissioner! We’ve loved working with her on projects at the Morris-Jumel Mansion, Dyckman Farmhouse Museum, Little Red Lighthouse, and the Merchant’s House Museum, and we’re excited to continue our partnership across our 23 historic sites citywide. 🏠 🌳

Read more about this exciting appointment at the link in our bio.

01/15/2026

Gracie Mansion has new residents! As longtime stewards of the house, the Historic House Trust works to honor the site’s history while keeping it a home at the heart of New York City. Thank you to our partners at the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, City Hall, and the Gracie Mansion Conservancy for collaborating to preserve this important space for this—and future—Mayors. Swipe through these images to trace the history of the mansion throughout the ages.

Image 1: Today, Gracie Mansion is one of Manhattan’s oldest surviving wooden structures. We are honored to welcome Mayor Zohran Mamdani and First Lady Rama Duwaji as the newest stewards in the home’s long and storied history!

Image 2: Designated the official mayoral residence in 1942, Gracie Mansion first housed Mayor La Guardia and has since welcomed generations of mayors, families, and even pets. Among the most fashionable residents was Sloan Simpson, the first “First Lady” to actually reside in Gracie Mansion alongside Mayor O’Dwyer.

Image 3: Preservation efforts in the early 20th century saved the mansion, leading to its conversion into a museum and the founding of the Museum of the City of New York in 1923.

Image 4: After being acquired by the City of New York as part of Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion took on many unexpected roles, from equipment storage and public restrooms to a brief stint as an ice cream shop.

Image 5: In the 1800s, businessman Noah Wheaton lived here with his family, reflecting the rhythms of everyday life.

Image 6: Scottish-born merchant Archibald Gracie purchased an 11-acre tract of land where he—alongside builder Ezra Weeks—constructed the Federal-style summer house in 1799 that we know today as Gracie Mansion.

Image 7: The Lenape people originally inhabited lands that now include New York City. The first recorded European ownership of the property that would become Gracie Mansion dates to 1646, when it was granted to New Amsterdam resident Sybout Claessen, who named the area Hoorn’s Hook after his native village in the Netherlands.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the Historic House Trust team! Do you recognize our group costume? Scroll for the reference photo 👉🏼

10/09/2025

Saturday was one of our favorite days of the year - the annual Little Red Lighthouse Festival! Our new (really little) Red Lighthouse craft was a hit with kids and adults alike. ❤️

Thanks so much to and for organizing a great event, and to Urban Park Rangers for leading tours of the lighthouse and bringing joy to over 200 visitors.

09/19/2025

We agree wholeheartedly with the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission that "historic buildings can and should be made accessible." We're thrilled to be working with design consultant CTA Architects and our partners at the Alice Austen House Museum and New York City Department of Parks & Recreation on a transformative $1.2M capital project to improve access to the historic site for all visitors.

The Alice Austen House, formerly known as Clear Comfort, was built in 1690 as a one-room Dutch farmhouse that was added onto in the 18th and 19th centuries. Because of its historic significance, the house was included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, was designated as a New York City Landmark in 1971, and a National Historic Landmark in 1993. In 2016, the National Register nomination was revised to be inclusive of Alice Austen’s national significance as a site of LGBTQ+ history. The house serves thousands of visitors annually, and is an integral space for education, community, history, and art on Staten Island.

Thank you to the New York City Council for investing in this important site. Stay tuned for updates as we work to complete the project's design!

08/13/2025

Our annual shuttle tour is back, this time in Upper Manhattan and The Bronx! We’re teaming up with some incredible cultural organizations to offer a unique opportunity to trace New York City’s foundations across historic sites built between 1748 and 1836.

Travel by shuttle to three historic sites with an extra stop on our extended tour that includes a boxed lunch. Enjoy special crafts, activities, and delicious treats along the way. Learn about the lives of the people that lived and worked in these places including the Lenape, Dutch settlers, and enslaved Africans.

🎟️ Purchase tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heritage-trail-tracing-nycs-foundations-tickets-1564182866059?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thanks so much to Dutch Culture USA for supporting this opportunity to connect, and to our wonderful partners who are helping make this event a success.

07/10/2025

We are thrilled to be partnering with the Design Trust for Public Space and the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation to host a New York City: Designed intern again this year. Welcome, Adriana! 👋

"Hello! My name is Adriana Wu and I am currently a rising Junior at Baruch College. I am excited to be at Historic House Trust as a Community Outreach and Engagement Intern and learn more about nonprofits. I am looking forward to visiting some of HHT’s partner historic sites and engaging more in the city I grew up in. When I learned about HHT’s mission and their goals, I knew that it was something I wanted to be a part of. I look forward to growing professionally and learning more about historic sites while at HHT. In my free time, I enjoy creative writing and drawing in my sketchbook."

06/27/2025

We would like to thank Diana Chapin for her long-standing service to the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission! A Historic House Trust Founding Mother, Diana’s contributions to preservation in our beloved city are unparalleled. Although she is moving on from her role as LPC Commissioner, we are thrilled to continue working with Diana as a board member and trusted advisor here at the Historic House Trust. Thank you again!

06/24/2025

We had a great time on Saturday at the Community Care & Concert Event in Roger Morris Park! Thank you so much to the Morris-Jumel Mansion and New York City Department of Parks & Recreation for organizing and welcoming our team to share more about New York City’s historic houses. ☀️

Stay updated with summer programs happening at historic houses near you. To find a program for you and your family, reach out directly or subscribe to our newsletter: https://forms.gle/fYNqKk2R4X4niXDx7

06/20/2025

Thank you to all who joined last week for our annual Founders Award Gala, this year at the beautiful Bohemian National Hall. We had a wonderful time celebrating with you! Congratulations to Founders Award recipient Thérèse Braddick and Culture Keepers Award recipient Bruce Cannon. We are grateful for their decades of service to New York City parks and historic houses.

A huge thank you to Great Performances for the delicious food, Jenna Bascom Event and Editorial Photography for capturing memories of the event, and the Second Bolt team for expert production support. And of course, thank you to our dedicated Historic House Trust staff and all those who supported to help make this year's gala a success! ❤️

03/21/2025

🚨 Advocacy Alert 🚨 On March 14, President Trump issued an Executive Order that would gut the only federal agency dedicated to supporting American museums. The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is a government agency that provides critical funding to museums and libraries in all 50 states. IMLS makes up only 0.0046% of the overall federal budget to support, while museums, in turn, generate $50 billion dollars in economic benefits to the American economy and support more than 726,000 jobs.

IMLS has provided essential support to HHT and our partner historic houses over the years, from increasing public access to archival materials, to providing collections care training. As the American Library Association said in a statement, “The Trump administration’s executive order is cutting off at the knees the most beloved and trusted of American institutions and the staff and services they offer.” Please stand up for IMLS by emailing and calling your members of Congress today. Link in bio with advocacy templates.

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