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Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
The Old Croton Aqueduct between Dobbs Ferry and Hastings-on-Hudson crosses several colonial tenant farms impacted by the Revolutionary War.Walk and learn how the war divided neighbors and families into patriots or loyalists and everything in between. Discuss their lives in the dangerous, war-torn contested ground of Westchester County and how it shaped our area following its conclusion. This free, two-hour tour is offered part of New York State's Path Through History Weekend and is done in in partnership with Revolutionary Westchester 250, the Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park, and Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct. It will cover about 4 miles. Tour starts at the Mercy College parking lot next to the Smith Ball Field. We will be walking to Revolutionary Walk in Hastings and back. This walk may be rescheduled due to bad weather. To register, visit https://aqueduct.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sun
20
Oct
Sunday, October 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
Approximately 5.2 miles, 4.5 hours, These walks are a continuation of our very popular 26 Mile Challenge and are geared for people who want to earn their 41-Mile Patch and Certificate. For these walks, we will cover the 15 miles of the OCA route in NYC in 3 segments. If you have already completed the 26 miles of the OCA in Westchester, at the end of these walks you will be eligible for the 41-Mile Patch and Certificate awarded by The Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct. In the event of inclement weather, alternate dates will be offered. To register, visit https://aqueduct.org/events. Walk 3 details: Meet at the southeast corner of West 125th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. We will walk to 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue. Street parking is very limited. Public transportation: From Westchester take Metro North to Harlem-125th St., cross-town bus to Amsterdam Ave. From NYC locations, Take IRT #1 or A/C/B/D to 125th Street. Bathrooms available along the route Important Note: These are one-way walks. Plan accordingly if you will need to return to your starting point.
Registration: Required
Fri
25
Oct
Friday, October 25, 2024 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
The fun starts early this Halloween season at the Keeper's House with the return of our Halloween Spectacular! Enjoy the games, decorations, crafts, candy and much more! Check out the Keeper's House Visitor Center before we kick off the movie at dark!
Registration: Not required