2026 Yonkers First Day Hike: Saw Mill River History
- Presented By: Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
- Dates: January 1, 2026
- Location: 29 Warburton Ave. Yonkers, NY
- Address: 29 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, NY 10701-8819
- Phone: (914) 965-4027
- Time: 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
- Price: Free admission.
Details
On this 2.5 mile, 2.5 hour urban hike, explore the Saw Mill River over 400 years of history, from its days as a fishing tributary called Nepperhan to its industrial heyday. Learn about its historic mills, the influence of the Old Croton Aqueduct, and how the river shaped Yonkers’ working life. Pre-registration is strongly recommended.
