“Nothing to Fear: FDR in Westchester” a program by Anthony Czarnecki, co-hosted by Westchester County Historical Society will be presented on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site in Yonkers. Learn more and reserve your spot at www.philipsemanorhall.com
Throughout his long career in public service, Franklin D. Roosevelt made many visits to Westchester County. One of his favorite places to deliver a speech was Philipse Manor Hall in Yonkers.
Over his long career in public service, FDR made 24 official visits to Westchester County. One of his favorite places to deliver a speech at was Philipse Manor Hall, in Yonkers.
The speeches he delivered are well represented by the three events that took place at Philipse Manor Hall: A November 1, 1928 campaign address as a candidate for NY State Governor; an October 28, 1930 re-election campaign address as NY State Governor; and a June 14, 1931 Flag Day celebration with members of the Yonkers-based National Guard Unit. At this event he praised the work of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) for their efforts to maintain and preserve historic sites like Philipse Manor Hall.
In this compelling illustrated talk, Anthony Czarnecki reveals his extensive research into FDR’s many connections to Westchester County. This in-person program is sponsored by the Westchester County Historical Society and hosted by Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site. “Nothing to Fear” is free to the general public.
Seating is limited, reservations recommended. Call (914) 231-1437 or email bdavis@westchesterhistory.com to reserve your spot.
