named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Black and Indigenous Soldiers Commemoration
Programs during Black History Month highlighting the roles of Black and Indigenous soldiers in the Revolutionary War, including sponsored presentations by Dr. Shirley L. Green on the Frank Brothers of the Rhode Island Regiment
GPS-Enabled Audio Tour
Free mobile audio tour of key Revolutionary-era sites in Westchester County, developed in partnership with TravelStorysGPS
Parade of Sail Advocacy
Collaboration with Sail 4th 250 to extend tall ship parades up the Hudson River to Yonkers and Peekskill, increasing regional access to 2026 celebrations
RW250 Roundtable Book Group
Monthly book discussions on Revolutionary War history, co-sponsored with Iona University’s Institute for Thomas Paine Studies and led by Professor Michael Crowder
Revolutionary War Site Map and Guide
Free downloadable map and guide to Revolutionary War sites across Westchester County for residents and visitors
Women in the Revolution
Women’s History Month programming focusing on women’s contributions, including a living history portrayal of Deborah Sampson by Judith Kalaora
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Historic Site Public Programming 2 activities
- Host immersive historical events and living history experiencesOrganizes and hosts public events such as "Toast 250! Tavern Nights" and family-friendly living history experiences featuring period music, historical reenactments, military reenactor groups (e.g., 2nd Continental Light Dragoons), craft demonstrations, military encampments, parades, theatrical performances, and traditional toasts. Events take place at locations including the Ferry House at Van Cortlandt Manor and the Hudson River waterfront in Tarrytown, NY.
- Support and coordinate community historical programmingOrganizes, supports, and publicizes events related to the Revolutionary War period and the founding of the United States in Westchester and the lower Hudson Valley. Supports community programming for Woman’s History Month, Black History Month, July 4th, Flag Day, Veterans Day, and Memorial Day.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Host educational programs and presentations on underrepresented Revolutionary War figuresOffers educational programs focused on women, persons of African descent, and Indigenous people during the Revolutionary War. Hosts presentations and living history performances on figures such as Deborah Sampson and enslaved couple Jinny and Billy, and sponsors talks by scholars like Dr. Shirley L. Green on Black soldiers in the Revolutionary War.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Host virtual and in-person book discussions on Revolutionary War historyHosts virtual book group discussions on works such as Rick Atkinson’s The British Are Coming and on the life and work of John Trumbull, with participation from the public.
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Local History Publishing 1 activity
- Produce and distribute educational materials on Revolutionary War historyCreates and distributes a map and guide describing over 50 historic sites related to the Revolutionary War in Westchester and the Bronx. Also produces an online catalog of educational and interactive programming on the Revolutionary War era.
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Produce and publish video content on Revolutionary War historyProduces video content including short films, presentations, book discussions, and speeches about the Revolutionary War in Westchester County. Developed the "Explore Westchester County’s Revolutionary War Places" series and the "Revolutionary People: Patriots & Loyalists" video series featuring local youth.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Curate and sponsor historical exhibitsCurated and produced the "Treason of the Blackest Dye" exhibit on Benedict Arnold's betrayal and the capture of Major André, viewed by over 9,000 people in 2024. Also sponsored an exhibit on the role of Black soldiers in the Revolutionary War as part of the Bethany Arts Community Black History and Culture Exhibit.
- Fund and coordinate local programming on Revolutionary War historyProvides funding and coordination for local programming to raise awareness about Westchester County's role in the Revolutionary War, including supporting the production of educational video series.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$65K
Contributions & grants$65K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$140%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$74K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$200
balance sheet
Total assets$25K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$25K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +20.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- Bruce Clark — Director
- Constance Kehoe — President and Director
- John Ryan — Treasurer and Director
- Marc Cheshire — Vice President and Director
relationships · 38
Who they work with
- Bethany Arts Community Partner — Collaborated on the Black History and Culture Exhibit featuring the role of Black soldiers in the Revolutionary War.
- Broadway Training Center Partner — Cooperated with RW250 to feature local youth from Westchester communities in the "Revolutionary People: Patriots & Loyalists" video series.
- Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. Partner — Host venue for RW250's Toast 250 Tavern Night event.
- County of Westchester Funder — Provides funding for the audio tour.
- County of Westchester Government — Collaborates with RW250 on planning and implementing 250th Anniversary events.
- Historic Hudson River Towns Partner — Partner organization in the Revolution on the Hudson event
- Institute for Thomas Paine Studies Partner — Partnered with Iona University’s Institute for Thomas Paine Studies for a book group discussion on the American Revolution.
- Irvington 250 Partner — Collaborates on local commemoration initiatives for the Semiquincentennial.
- Irvington Historical Society Partner — Co-curated and hosted the "Treason of the Blackest Dye" exhibit with Revolutionary Westchester 250.
- Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Partner — Sponsor of the Revolution on the Hudson event
- Mickey Spillane’s Partner — Host venue for an upcoming RW250 Toast 250 Tavern Night event.
- New York State Government — Provided support for the production and distribution of the Revolutionary War map and guide.
- New York State Government — Provided support for the production and distribution of the Revolutionary Westchester map and guide.
- Peter Pratt’s Inn Partner — Host venue for an upcoming RW250 Toast 250 Tavern Night event.
- Revolutionary Hastings Partner — Collaborates on regional Revolutionary War history programming through shared leadership and organizational alignment.
- Revolutionary Hastings Partner — Partnered with RW250 on local Revolutionary War commemoration efforts.
- Rockefeller Brothers Fund Partner — Planned a special exhibition at The Pocantico Center in Tarrytown in partnership with the Rockefeller Brothers Fund.
- Sail 4th 250 Partner — Working with Sail 4th 250 to extend a Parade of Sail up the Hudson River as part of the 250th Anniversary celebrations.
- Scarsdale Historical Society Funder — Provides a grant for Spanish translation of the audio tour.
- St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site Partner — Collaborated with RW250 on commemorative programming.
- The Greenway Heritage Conservancy HRV, Inc. Funder — Provided a competitive grant to support the production of the "Revolutionary People: Patriots & Loyalists" video series.
- The Historical Society Serving Sleepy Hollow & Tarrytown Partner — Partner organization in the Revolution on the Hudson event
- TravelStorysGPS Partner — Partnered to create a free, GPS-enabled audio tour of key Revolutionary-era sites in Westchester County.
- Van Cortlandt Manor Partner — Collaborates with Van Cortlandt Manor to host Toast 250! Tavern Nights at the historic Ferry House.
- Village of Tarrytown Partner — Sponsor of the Revolution on the Hudson event
- Westchester County Government — Liaises with Westchester County and other governmental entities to plan and implement 250th Anniversary events.
- Westchester County Government — Provided support for the production and distribution of the Revolutionary War map and guide.
- Westchester County Government — Provided support for the production and distribution of the Revolutionary Westchester map and guide.
- Westchester County Historical Society Partner — Collaborated with Revolutionary Westchester 250 on historical programming and recognition of leadership.
- Westchester County Historical Society Partner — Collaborates on historical recognition and commemoration efforts, including the presentation of the Sy Schulman History Award.
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strategies · 4
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.
- Cross-Sector Partnerships to Amplify Community Engagementmethodology: cross-sector-collaborationBy collaborating with heritage, cultural, educational, and municipal organizations, the organization expands the reach and impact of its programming because shared resources, expertise, and networks strengthen community-wide participation and sustain heritage tourism and collective well-being.
- Immersive Historical Engagement to Drive Public Learningmethodology: immersive historical programmingBy recreating 18th-century social environments through reenactments, themed events, living history experiences, and interactive programming, the organization increases public engagement and understanding of the Revolutionary War because immersive formats make history tangible, memorable, and accessible across age groups.
- Inclusive Historical Storytelling to Strengthen Public Connectionmethodology: inclusive_historyBy centering the roles and experiences of underrepresented groups—such as Black, Indigenous, and formerly enslaved individuals—in Revolutionary War narratives, the organization fosters deeper public connection to history because inclusive stories promote relevance, empathy, and critical reflection on enduring themes like race, gender, and democracy.
- Thematic Public Reflection on Democracy and Memorymethodology: thematic_reflectionBy connecting the Revolutionary War era to enduring contemporary themes such as democracy, equality, race, and public memory, the organization fosters thoughtful public reflection because linking past and present enables audiences to critically engage with history’s legacy and its implications today.