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Walk through History: South Nyack Rail Trail

Sunday, November 17, 2024 (rain or shine)

THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT! THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST!

The Historical Society of Rockland Count Invites You to Join Us for a

Walk through History on the

South Nyack Rail Trail

with Andrew Goodwillie

When:

Sunday, November 17, 2024, 11 am (rain or shine)

Where: If you have registered but did not receive an email with the meeting place, please check your spam/junk mail folder. If it's not there, email director@rocklandhistory.org BEFORE 10 am on Sunday.

Price:

$5/person (Prepaid reservation are required)

Walk along the old railway trail from one end of South Nyack to the other with former South Nyack Trustee Andrew Goodwillie.


We'll discuss the fascinating history of the village, including the arrival and impact of the trains beginning in 1870; the industries and commercial buildings that sprang up alongside the railway; the devastation wrought by construction of the I-287 Thruway and Tappan Zee Bridge; the firehouse that itself succumbed to fire; the creation of Franklin Street Park; the National Register Ross-Hand Mansion and its famous owners; and lots more!


Handouts will include photographs and maps to help contextualize the history.


Please note: This two-mile walk (round trip) is rated easy and will take place entirely on the improved rail trail. Participants should wear comfortable shoes for walking. Please be sure to bring water and to dress appropriately for the weather. Reading glasses are recommended. The walk is expected to take between one to two hours.

THIS WALK WILL FILL QUICKLY. RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

To reserve your seat, click on the Brown Paper Tickets logo:

Or download and fill out the PDF form below and return it , with payment, by November 10, 2024, to HSRC, 20 Zukor Road, New City, NY  10956.

2024 South Nyack Rail Trail Walk Registration PDF
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