Yonkers Historical Society

HISTORICAL PRESERVATION: The Society strives to preserve and promote the rich history of Yonkers through the preservation and maintenance of Sherwood House, ca. 1740, which is open to the public, an annual college scholarship program, open to all Yonkers resident high school seniors, publication of a semi- annual journal “The Yonkers Historian,” and maintenance of an archive of documents, pictures, maps, books and other materials pertaining to Yonkers history. The Society sponsors speaker programs and provides research services, as well as educational experiences for students and adults. The Society also encourages preservation and restoration of public and private structures, buildings and homes, and supports local and national landmark applications in Yonkers.