The Rye Historical Society was founded in 1964 by a dedicated group of concerned citizens who came together to preserve, restore, and protect the Square House, an 18th-century inn located on the Village Green in Rye.
After faithfully restoring the Square House, the Society has maintained it as a historic house museum. In 1980, Rye History received accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums. The Society acquired the Timothy Knapp House, Westchester County’s oldest surviving residence, in 1992, restoring and opening it to the public in 2001 as an archival and research center.
The Rye Historical Society serves as a vibrant community resource, connecting people of all ages to Rye’s rich past and its continued relevance today. Through educational programs, exhibitions, lectures, walking tours, and community events, Rye History makes local history accessible, engaging, and meaningful for everyone to explore exhibitions, research resources, educational programs, upcoming events, and the remarkable history of Rye, New York.
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