Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site

Philipse Manor Hall is a Dutch colonial house with thick stone walls, steeply pitched gabled roofs, and original interior details from the 17th century. The building sits on high ground near the Hudson River and preserves rooms with fireplaces, windows, and furnishings from its period.

Frederick Philipse I built this manor in the 17th century as a center for his trading business. During the American Revolution, British troops used it as a headquarters, and it changed hands several times afterward.

The main chamber on the upper floor displays exhibitions about the Munsee Lunaape people, European settlers, and African American communities in Colonial New York. These displays show how different groups lived and shaped this place over time.

Visiting during the week can be challenging due to limited access, so weekends or holidays are the better choice. The best times to explore the grounds and nearby riverside area are during months with milder weather.

The land was home to a Munsee Lunaape fishing settlement called Nappeckamack for thousands of years before Europeans arrived and claimed it. The site has a much longer story than the house that was eventually built here.

Location: Yonkers

Architects: Frederick Philipse

Operator: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Phone: +1(914)9654027

Website: https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/37/details.aspx

GPS coordinates: 40.93556,-73.89972

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56