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Rye Historical Society

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About Rye Historical Society

Rye Historical Society is an active organization dedicated to researching, preserving, and celebrating Rye's unique historical heritage. Visitors explore charming permanent exhibition spaces at the Square House Museum, located in Rye, New York, where general admission is free. The organization hosts educational events throughout the year, including the Annual Spring Luncheon, Slightly Spooky Square House, and Season of Giving programs. Walking tours around the Rye area lead visitors through historic neighborhoods and past significant sites. Lectures and workshops connect Rye's past to broader regional and national narratives. The Knapp House Archives, a landmark property dating to around 1670, offers grounds and gardens open seasonally during daylight hours for exploration. Visitors may arrange group and guided tours by calling the museum. Members receive privileged access to historic places and collections, early entry to programs, and invitations to scholarly and social events throughout the year.

Tickets, prices & hours

Admission is free. The venue says: “Admission is free, with a suggested $10 donation per guest to help support our mission.”

Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 11am to 4pm, Saturday: 10am to 4pm

Prices and hours quoted from ryehistory.org · read on . Prices can change — the link above goes to the page they came from.

What’s on at Rye Historical Society

4 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Nov 21 – Dec 19Season

Little Historians Story Time

Little Historians Story Time — Saturday, November 21, 2026 10:30 AM. Little Historians Story Time is a bi-monthly children’s program (Ages 6-10) designed to spark curiosity, imagination, and a love of history in young learners. This program encourages an exploration of the past through engaging storytelling, hands-on activities such as themed coloring pages, and an introduction to the Square House

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“Saturday, November 21, 2026 10:30 AM”

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  • Architecture Tour of The Square House: Saturday, November 28, 2026, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM. Tickets are required.
  • Member Mornings, for RHS members only, on the second Saturday of every month · date to be confirmed
  • Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Rye Historical Society. Members arrive before the museum opens to explore parts of the collection not otherwise on display. RSVP is required.

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Planning your visit

Visit length
Each private walking tour runs approximately 1.5 hours.

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Before you go

Parking
The Square House Museum does not have a dedicated parking lot. Visitors may use public parking in downtown Rye: free one-hour street parking on Purchase Street, and metered municipal parking lots located just off Purchase Street. Follow all posted parking signs and time limits.
Rain
Private walking tours run rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, an alternative date may be set.
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What’s there

Rides and attractions
Permanent exhibition spaces at the Square House include the Tavern Room, Warming Kitchen, Traveler's Bedroom, and Innkeeper's Private Chambers, with period-appropriate artifacts.

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Who it suits

Wheelchairs and strollers
The Square House Museum is partially accessible. A ramp provides access to the front porch, and visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility devices can access the first floor. The second floor is not wheelchair accessible, and the museum's original floors may be uneven in some areas.

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Rules and safety

What to wear
For private walking tours, participants should wear comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing.

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