Preserving Old Army Road & Public Spaces in Scarsdale, NY
We are a charitable foundation dedicated to local heritage preservation, historic pathways, and welcoming public spaces along and around Old Army Road. We bring together neighbors, volunteers, and local partners to care, restore, and activate these shared places.
Join the CauseVision
To be a community hub for preserving historic routes and public spaces in Scarsdale—keeping them safe, green, and neighborly for everyone.
Goals
Care for Old Army Road segments and related amenities (wayfinding, benches, gentle lighting).
Collect stories, maps, and photos; share the route’s layered history.
Host clean‑ups, themed walks, and neighborhood tours.
Mobilize donations and volunteers for regular maintenance and mini‑grants.
Family‑friendly, senior‑friendly, and accessible open spaces.
Social Impact
Programs
Neighborhood clean‑ups: litter pick‑up, light trimming, repainting wayfinding.
60–90 minute walks exploring history and urban ecology.
Help neighbors add benches, sorting bins, and native pocket gardens.
Gather vintage photos, memories, and points of interest along the route.
Collaborate with neighborhood groups, parks, the library & museum.
Beneficiaries
Scarsdale residents and neighbors; families with children; seniors; walkers & cyclists; visitors; and nearby small businesses.
Events
Take Action for Old Army Road — Clean‑Up Day Upcoming
Date: Sunday October 12, 2025, 9:00–12:00
Meeting point: near 221 Old Army Road • Activities: litter pick‑up, trimming, signage check, photo documentation • Bring: gloves, hat, water.
Recently (Sep 14, 2025): volunteers repainted 4 signs and collected 18 bags of trash — thank you to 27 participants!
Get Involved
Join clean‑ups, lead walks, take photos, and document stories.
Support ongoing care and community mini‑grants.
Co‑host events, provide materials, and help with outreach.