Lindsay Lee
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A Journey of Harmony: The Legacy of Musician W.C. Handy
W.C. Handy charted a path for his musical career that led to his place in history as the “Father of the Blues”
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Cultivating Paradise: The Rise of Untermyer Park and Gardens
Untermyer Park and Gardens, perched above the Hudson River in Yonkers, epitomizes Persian horticulture brilliance.
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Hollywood Inn Club: A Beacon for Yonkers Workingmen
The Hollywood Inn Club emerged in 19th century Yonkers as a modest space expanding to a grand clubhouse offering diverse amenities.
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Polymer Pioneer: Bakelite Synthetic Plastic Invented in Yonkers
Bakelite was Invented in Yonkers in 1907, the chemical marvel gave birth to the plastics industry and revolutionized a range of products.
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Neil Simon’s Lost in Yonkers Explores Community and Family at City’s Heart
From broadway to film, Neil Simon’s “Lost in Yonkers” follows a theme of community that lies at the heart of the city.
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Henrietta Wells Livermore: A Trailblazer’s Legacy
Henrietta Wells Livermore was a key figure in the local, state, and national movement seeking to establish women’s right to vote.