Friends of the Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Inc.

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Friends of the Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Inc.

Welcome to the Friends of the Rockefeller State Park Preserve page. Please share your experiences at the Preserve with us! We hope you do too.

We are a not for profit organization that works to raise money for educational programs & carriage trail maintenance. We're also on Instagram - Follow us
https://www.instagram.com/friendsofrspp

We love the Preserve and believe in our mission. Please join us! http://www.friendsrock.org/membership

Friends of the Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Inc. was established in January 1997 a

s a private, non-profit corporation that works in partnership with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) to promote the conservation and operation of the Preserve. The Friends encourages public participation in supporting this natural treasure and raises funds for programs, maintenance, and restoration projects. We also advocate to raise awareness and support. Since its creation in 1983, the Preserve has grown from 900 acres to 1600 acres and projects further growth in the future. While the size of the preserve has almost doubled, funding has been drastically cut as New York State faces unprecedented financial challenges. The mission of the Friends is now more important than ever, particularly since the only way to ensure that donations go directly to the Preserve is to contribute to the Friends. Fees and donations made at Preserve facilities go into a common fund for all New York State Parks.

06/17/2026

06/08/2026

What a day! Well done runners, and thank you volunteers!

Congratulations to our top 3 male and female runners!

1. Patrick Cropsey
2. Sebastien Schonfeld
3. Ryan Perl

1. Emily Spradling
2. Sarah Loheide
3. Shanna Beairsto

Full results here, https://sites.chronotrack.com/event/90423/results?raceId=239757&divisionId=2685629

06/05/2026

Rockwood Ramble 10K - What you need to know!

📍 Saturday, June 6th, 9 AM. Bib pickup opens at 7:30 AM
📍 Registration is still open. You can also register online, or in person at Westchester Road Runner today, or tomorrow morning at the race.
🔥 It will be HOT. Bring water to hydrate pre-race. There will be water stations on the course and water at the finish line.
🔵 The soft shirt is back - and it's blue!
🥇 For the kids (or adults!) spectating, you'll be able to "make your runner a medal". Stop by volunteer volunteer Melissa's table and custom make a medal!
💚 Big thanks to the volunteers helping out.
💚 Thank you to Iron Health, JAG, Amrita, Wegmans, Briarcliff Volunteer Ambulance, Regeneron, Westchester Road Runner and NYS Parks for their support.

https://www.friendsrock.org/rockwood-ramble-10k

05/29/2026

One week to go! Join us at the Rockwood Ramble 10k on June 6th. A great race, for a great cause! Run, spectate or volunteer! All proceeds go towards maintenance of the historic carriage roads.

Thank you to our sponsors and community supporters - Iron Health, JAG Physical Therapy, Amrita, Wegmans, Blue Hill Market, Westchester Road Runner, Regeneron and NYS Parks.

www.friendsrock.org/rockwood-ramble-10k

05/20/2026

Thank you to everyone that attended our Peony Celebration on May 14th. The flowers looked spectacular, and the weather cooperated - it was a wonderful evening!

A special thank you to the garden clubs of Ardsley, Chappaqua, Pleasantville and Tarrytown for donating beautiful floral centerpieces to our silent auction.

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05/14/2026

Tonight at Rockefeller State Park Preserve - join us in the Courtyard for our annual Peony Celebration!

Enjoy cocktails and delicious food from 6–9 PM while celebrating the beauty of the season in the Preserve. The evening features a silent auction of stunning floral centerpieces, designed and donated by the garden clubs of Ardsley, Chappaqua, Pleasantville, and Tarrytown, as well as Floral Whispers, an art exhibit curated by Lisa D'Amico.

The Peony Celebration is a fundraiser supporting the Friends and their ongoing projects throughout the Preserve.

Rain or shine - and the forecast keeps getting better! Tickets will also be available at the door.

05/06/2026

Join us on Thursday, May 14th for the Peony Celebration 🌺

Enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and small bites in the Preserve courtyard, surrounded by beautiful flowers. Featuring an art exhibit, curated by Lisa D'Amico, and a silent auction of floral centerpieces, designed and donated by the garden clubs of Ardsley, Chappaqua, Pleasantville and Tarrytown.

The tree peonies at the Preserve are truly special, the variety of colors is something you must see in person! The Peony Celebration is a fundraiser for the Friends, and our projects in the Preserve.

Tickets are available at www.friendsrock.org/peony-celebration

05/05/2026

💚 We love I Love My Park Day! Big thanks to all of the volunteers that joined us on Saturday at Rockwood Hall. Invasives vines that crowd out native plants were removed, and views to the Hudson River were opened up. Everyone pitched in and it was a fun and productive day!

04/29/2026

💚 I Love My Park Day - May 2, 2026 💚

THIS SATURDAY! All ages are invited to join us at at Rockwood Hall for a day of volunteering! ILMPD is always a fun and rewarding experience. Show your love for the outdoors and help us clear invasives! To learn more and sign up, visit www.friendsrock.org/i-love-my-park-day

04/28/2026

🌺Peony Celebration - May 14, 2026🌺

Come celebrate in style at our annual Peony Celebration! Sip cocktails in the Courtyard, savor delicious bites, and explore a stunning fine art gallery exhibit curated by Lisa D'Amico. Wander through a silent auction of breathtaking floral centerpieces, each beautifully designed by talented local garden clubs. It’s a lively evening of beauty, creativity, and community—all in support of the Friends and our projects in the Preserve. 🌸✨ Learn more and purchase tickets at www.friendsrock.org/peony-celebration

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PO Box 8444
Sleepy Hollow, NY
10591

Website

http://www.friendsrock.org/

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