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Dedicated to discovering, preserving and disseminating the rich history of Scarsdale and our neighbor

10/28/2026

Broadway (and Hollywood) came calling. But Scarsdale knew her first! 🌟

Today, Tony- and Emmy-nominated actress and Scarsdale native Tovah Feldshuh shared heartfelt memories of growing up here as part of Scarsdale’s Oral History Initiative. What a thrill to spend an afternoon in her orbit!

Her story, along with many others, will be released soon. Stay tuned!

10/26/2026

The Skirmish of Scarsdale 🇺🇸

This week in 1776, the road to the Battle of White Plains ran straight through Scarsdale.

As Continental troops moved north toward the supplies, strategic crossroads and protective high ground of White Plains, British forces were close behind. American troops were sent back to slow their advance — and shots were fired right here in Scarsdale.

By the end of the day, the fighting would culminate in one of the major battles of the New York campaign: the Battle of White Plains. The main battle took place on today’s Battle Hill (then called Chatterton Hill).

250 years later, we retraced their path through Scarsdale. Some of the footage is from this weekend’s epic RevFest 250 reenactment event.

10/20/2026

There's still time to register for tomorrow's presentation titled "Scarsdale and the Holocaust" at Scarsdale Public Library

📆 OCTOBER 21 · 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
"Scarsdale and the Holocaust"
Scarsdale Public Library
Village Historian Jordan Copeland will explore how Scarsdale responded as N**i persecution intensified in Europe, and the stories of refugees who found their way here before 1950.

Join Scarsdale Village Historian Jordan Copeland for a presentation exploring how the community responded to the rise of N**i Germany, the persecution of European Jews, and the Holocaust.

10/20/2026

🚋 All aboard!

You'll hop onboard for a 90-minute ride through more than 300 years of Scarsdale history — from colonial farms and the Revolutionary era to grand country estates and the community that emerged before the late-1920s building boom.

Scarsdale Trolley Tour
📆 November 1, 2026
Departures at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM & 3:00 PM
Members: $30 | Non-members: $45

Tickets are limited, with just three tours available. Details at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scarsdale-historic-trolley-tour-tickets-2002585407863?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/17/2026

It’s more than just a street name.

On Saturday October 17th, at 5pm, the community will gather at the corner of Old Army and Ardsley Roads to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Continental Army’s march through our area. Two new banners will be unveiled.

Old Army Road Banner Dedication
📆 OCTOBER 17 · 5:00 PM
Corner of Old Army Road and Ardsley Road, Edgemont-Greenburgh

https://www.scarsdalehistoricalsociety.org/news-and-events/oldarmyrd

10/17/2026

Westchester is having a very Revolutionary October. 🇺🇸

This month marks 250 years since the dramatic events of October 1776 unfolded right here — as British and Continental forces moved through our communities on the road to the Battle of White Plains.

And this month, there’s a lot happening. Here are a few ways to experience the history right where it happened.

📆 OCTOBER 17 · 5:00 PM
Old Army Road Banner Dedication
Corner of Old Army Road and Ardsley Road, Edgemont
The Edgemont-Greenburgh community will commemorate Old Army Road’s role in the American Revolution 250

📆 OCTOBER 18 · 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Mamaroneck 250: Living History Family Day
Harbor Island Park · Mamaroneck, NY
Live music, storytelling, historical reenactments, hands-on exhibits, and activities for the whole family.

📆 OCTOBER 18 · 10:00 PM–12:00 PM
Reenactment of the Battle of Pell’s Point
Orchard Beach in Pelham Bay Park
See the tall ship Lynx firing its cannon, watch British troops will arrive dramatically on the sand via smaller boats, confronting the Patriot forces.

📆 OCTOBER 18 · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tour the Tall Ship Lynx .
New Rochelle Municipal Marina
Take a tour of the tall ship Lynx
📆 OCTOBER 24-25 · 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
REVFEST 250
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
Westchester County’s signature celebration of the American Revolution featuring encampments, 500 volunteer living history exhibitors, military drills, musket and artillery firing, artisan trades, and hands-on living history, encampments, and a large-scale reenactment of the Battle of White Plains.

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P. O. Box 431
Scarsdale, NY
10583

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