named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Articles and Publications
Produces and shares scholarly and narrative articles on local history, including colonial settlements, Native American sites, and 19th-20th century life in Kingsbridge.
Historical Maps Archive
Curates and provides access to historical maps of the Kingsbridge area from the 17th to 20th centuries, including georeferenced versions.
Oral Histories and Memoirs
Preserves personal accounts and memoirs from long-time residents, such as J.B. James and Edward J. Rogan, documenting social and cultural life in the area.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Local History Archival Access 2 activities
- Preservation and curation of local historical materialsMaintains an archive of photos, maps, books, and other historical materials documenting the Kingsbridge region of NYC, including relics and digital content accessible at its headquarters in Edgehill, a designated New York City landmark.
- Public access to historical archives and exhibitionsProvides public access to curated exhibitions and archival materials, including oil paintings by Daniel Hauben, commemorative quilts for the Bronx 250th, and documentary screenings, during scheduled open hours at Edgehill.
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Historical and Genealogical Research 1 activity
- Historical research and publicationConducts and publishes original historical research on the Kingsbridge area, including colonial settlements, industrial sites, burial grounds, etymology of place names, Black communities, Revolutionary War fortifications, and memoirs from long-time residents.
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Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
- Hosting historical forums and public eventsHosts online forums and in-person public events focused on key historical periods and topics, including the Colonial Era, American Revolution, Industrial Era, Native American history, and specific local sites like King’s Bridge and Fort No. 2.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Member-exclusive programming and resourcesOffers members early access to neighborhood walks, lectures, and exclusive digital archives of local historical content through a dedicated Members Area on the website.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Public programming through talks, contests, and mediaOrganizes public talks with authors, hosts photo contests (past and present), and produces video features on local artists and historical themes to engage the community.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$214K
Contributions & grants$214K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$202K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$6K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$761K
Cash$37K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$761K
Liquid reserves2.2 mo
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +427.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 7
- BRIAN ANDERSSON — BD MEMBER
- CHRISTOPHER BOYCE — BD MEMBER
- DON RICE — BD MEMBER
- MARIANNE ANDERSSON — RECORDING SECRETARY
- STEPHANIE COGGINS — BD MEMBER
- TOM CAREY — PRESIDENT
- TOM CASEY — TREASURER
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Daniel Hauben Partner — Collaborated on a video retrospective featuring his artwork depicting Kingsbridge and Riverdale.
- Daniel Hauben Partner — Collaborated with artist Daniel Hauben on an art exhibition and fundraiser.
- Edgehill Partner — Co-hosts public display events for the Bronx 250th Quilts.
- Edward J. Rogan Partner — Published memoir by Edward J. Rogan recounting personal experiences growing up in Kingsbridge in the 1960s.
- J.B. James Partner — Published multiple memoirs and recollections by J.B. James documenting historical life in Kingsbridge.
- Ken Burns Partner — Screened Ken Burns' documentary on the American Revolution as part of a public event.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Driven Historical Stewardshipmethodology: community-drivenBy engaging volunteers and the public in activities like photo contests, forums, and art installations, the organization strengthens community ownership of local history, which it believes sustains both preservation efforts and collective identity.
- Cultural Preservation as Identity Formationmethodology: cultural_stewardshipBy preserving local history through research, narrative documentation, and archival curation, the organization fosters a shared community identity and sense of future direction, because understanding the past is seen as essential to communal continuity.