Huguenot & New Rochelle Historical Association

03/24/2026

New Rochelle has a long history of advocating for animal rights. Our community loves their dogs and all animals. To all our dog lovers, Happy National Puppy Day! For a moment of Zen, Canine Companions Puppy Cam 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET now thru Friday, March 27.

Live PUPPY CAM streaming daily from 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. PT (8 a.m. – 10 p.m. CT / 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. ET) from March 23 - 27, 2026. Watch 7-week-old future service...

03/18/2026

Why is the Paine Cottage a glow in green light?
Paine’s Rights of Man Vol. 1, first released in February and again in March 1791 reportedly sold more than 40,000 copies in Ireland in November that year.
The Society of United Irishmen used Paine's ideas to unite Catholics and Protestants against British rule, with his influence clearly visible in their early declarations. On 5 June 1792, Thomas Paine was proposed for honorary membership of the Dublin Society of United Irishmen.
Thomas Addis Emmet a prominent Irish lawyer, political leader, and a key member of the Society of United Irishmen fought for Irish independence from British rule. Emmet a close friend of Paine, attended his burial in New Rochelle and was one of the executors and trustees of Paine’s will.
New Rochelle has a strong connection to the Irish fight for independence with many of the Emmet family residing in New Rochelle. A wonderful read from Iona graduate, James McGlashin’s, 'New Rochelle her part in the Irish War of Independence'.
https://nyirishhistory.us/.../new-rochelle-her-part-in.../
The Huguenot and New Rochelle Historical Association will have the grounds of Paine’s homestead glow green each night from March 17-21st in observance of Irish-American Heritage Month.

Patrick Pearse (Padraic Mac Piaras) was a Dublin school headmaster who instilled nationalism in his students. A leader of the Easter Rising, his poems and...

03/03/2026

We celebrate on March 11th Women's History Month and America 250th with a special Quaff & Quill. See our events for add'l details.

01/08/2026

The Thomas Paine Historical Association is hosting readings from Common Sense Jan. 10th 2pm and members of the Thomas Paine Cottage will be participating. Following event, Thomas Paine Cottage will be opened for free self guided tours 3:30-4:30pm.
Add'l details and zoom link registration https://www.thomaspainecottage.org/commonsense.html

01/08/2026

This weekend, why not celebrate a past New Rochelle resident, Thomas Paine, by giving Common Sense a read. 250 years old Jan. 10th! As relevant today as it was then.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bi6wh13J5/

“The cause of America is in a great measure the cause of all mankind.” pg. 1
“…however our eyes may be dazzled with snow, or our ears deceived by sound; however prejudice may warp our wills, or interest darken our understanding, the simple voice of nature and of reason will say, it is right.” pg. 9
Thomas Paine’s Common Sense, words that came at a pivotal time in America’s fight for independence. January 10, 2026 marks its 250th anniversary of publication. It’s a quick, inspirational read. Take time this weekend to celebrate America250 by giving it a read.
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/147

12/15/2025

May the flickering candles of Hanukkah remind us of the strength and resilience within us all to overcome any darkness in life.

12/14/2025

Our Toys for Tots Free Photos with Santa is still on for today, Sun. Dec 14th 2-5pm.

11/13/2025

Santa returns to his New Rochelle office this Friday, 11/13 5-8 and Sunday, 11-15 1-3:30. He ca.n't wait to see everyone and their furry friends are welcome! Hot coco and s'mores too

11/07/2025

Local holiday events are here! St. Luke's New Rochelle, NY Church Holiday Boutique is tomorrow, Sat. November 8. Did you know the first St. Luke’s Church was opened in May of 1870. Like so many businesses, homes and churches, it was demolished when the New England Thruway came through in the 1950s. The current church on Eastchester Road opened in March 1957. Read more on the history of this long standing congregation at https://stlukesnewrochelle.org/our-history/ and why not visit their Holiday Boutique tomorrow!