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Ossining Weir Tour
Saturday, September 6, 2025 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
After a brief walk, descend into the Weir in Ossining and explore the original 1842 brick water tunnel and learn its history: the engineering, the people and its impact! Free, easy, 2-hour tour. Meet at the side (lower level/western side) of the Joseph Caputo Center, which is located at 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY 10562, just west of Rte. 9/Highland Ave. at the junction of Croton Ave. (Rte. 133 (from Metro-North Ossining Train Station by taxi or 15-minute uphill walk/parking lots nearby). Walk may be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate. Required: pre-registration:
https://aqueduct.org/event/?id=356.
Registration: Required
Life During Wartime in Revolutionary Dobbs Ferry
Thursday, September 11, 2025 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
Life changed drastically as the Revolutionary War came to what is today Irvington, Dobbs Ferry and Hastings. As the war divided neighbors and families, two local families emerged as great leaders on the American side - the Odells and the Dyckmans. Join us outside at the Keeper's House for a sunset presentation to hear about the men and women of these families and the roles they played as Westchester guides, militia leaders and citizens caught in the dangerous "Neutral Ground" of Westchester County. To register, please visit
Aqueduct.org.7:00pm-8:30pm, Location: Keepers House, Dobbs Ferry, Free but registration required, Ages: All Ages
Registration: Required
Croton Dam Hike/Hudson River Valley Ramble Event
Saturday, September 13, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
Enjoy a free, easy, 2 miles/2 hours (total) loop hike north along the Aqueduct and atop the beautiful Croton Dam. The leader of the hike will discuss the history and construction of the Old Croton Aqueduct and the features of the Croton Dam, the trailhead of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842 to supply fresh water to a thirsty New York City. Note: Meet near the restrooms at the rear (south end) of the parking lot at Croton Gorge Park, Rte. 129, Cortlandt, NY. 10567, GPS Coordinates: 41°13′ 20.46" N -73°51′12.59" W. $10 parking fee/car from May - Labor Day (From Metro-North Hudson Line Croton-Harmon Train Station: 15-minute taxi.) Walk may be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate. Required: pre-registration:
https://aqueduct.org/event/?id=357. 10:00 AM Location: Croton Dam Free, but parking is $10 (cash) Ages: All Ages.
Registration: Required
Yonkers Riverfest
Saturday, September 13, 2025 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
Join us at the Yonkers downtown for the yearly return of Riverfest. This annual party brings the community together with something for everyone! This carnival/music festival atmosphere has music and food by the plenty and games and fun for all ages! Stop by the OCA/FOCA informational table and say hi!12:00 PM, Location: Yonkers Waterfront, Free, Ages: All Ages
Registration: Not required
Aquefest
Saturday, September 20, 2025 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
The Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct are ecstatic to bring back their favorite community party to the Keeper's House with, Aquefest! Come out to the park and hang out with your neighbors with games, crafts, art projects and much more! For a full schedule of the day, visit
www.Aqueduct.org. 11:00 AM-4:00 PM, Location: Keepers House, Dobbs Ferry, Free, Ages: All Ages.
Registration: Required
Ossining Weir Tour
Saturday, September 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
After a brief walk, descend into the Weir in Ossining and explore the original 1842 brick water tunnel and learn its history: the engineering, the people and its impact! Free, easy, 2-hour tour. Meet at the side (lower level/west side) of the Joseph Caputo Center, which is located at 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY 10562, just west of Rte. 9/Highland Ave. at the junction of Croton Ave. (Rte. 133 (from Metro-North Ossining Train Station by taxi or 15-minute uphill walk/parking lots nearby). Walk may be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate. Required: pre-registration:
https://aqueduct.org/event/?id=358, 10:00 AM, Location: Ossining, Free, Ages: All Ages
Registration: Required