Help us restore EDGEHILL
Electrifying news:
We are excited to share some great news: The KHS has been awarded a $99,000 grant from the New York State Council on the Arts to replace our antiquated electrical system. It will also improve safety, lighting, and renovate the downstairs community room.
As exciting as this is…
The total cost of the project exceeds the grant amount so we are asking for your support. The good news is that an anonymous donor has pledged to match your donation up to a total of $8,000, doubling the impact of every dollar you contribute. Please make a generous donation today.
Mail in a Check
Make your check payable to:
Kingsbridge Historical Society
and mail to:
Kingsbridge Historical Society
2570 Independence Ave
Bronx, N.Y. 10463
or Donate Directly with a Credit Card or Paypal,
or Donate Tax Free from your 401(k)
Since the KHS is a registered 501(c)(3) non profit, you can make a donation straight from your 401(k). You will need to reach out to your 401(k) provider to do this. Instruct them to send a check made out to Kingsbridge Historical Society at
Kingsbridge Historical Society
2570 Independence Ave
Bronx, NY 10463
Our EIN number is: 46-3952918
A little more about the project:
The wiring in Edgehill is the original wiring. It really is not up to modern standards and there are nests of extension cords everywhere you look. This project will replace that wiring and add functional outlets. Emergency exit signage, new smoke detectors, and ceiling fans will also be installed. Our downstairs community room, known affectionately as “the undercroft,” has been a wreck for decades—with damaged walls, ceilings and non-functional ceiling lights. This project will add new lighting, outlets, and exit signs to the undercroft. The walls and ceilings will be redone. The room will be ideal for smaller community gatherings, exhibits, and performances.
Our goal is to meet or exceed the full matching amount. Your gift during this time will help ensure Edgehill is not only preserved but fully equipped to serve our community’s needs safely and sustainably for years to come. We invite you to be part of this pivotal moment. Donations of any size are welcome and will be matched dollar for dollar until we reach our goal. Please consider making a contribution and sharing this email with fellow local history enthusiasts and community supporters.
About the Grant from NYSCA
(Press Release):
The Kingsbridge Historical Society awarded $99,000 by the New York State Council on the Arts for Electrical Modernization and Community Room Renovation
Bronx, NY – The Kingsbridge Historical Society announced today a grant award totaling $99,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the organization’s Electrical Modernization and Community Room Renovation. This grant is part of a capital project funding announcement by NYSCA, which totals over $86 million to 134 capital projects across New York State.
This project will improve safety, functionality and energy efficiency at the Kingsbridge Historical Society, which still operates using its original antiquated electrical wiring.
“Our arts and culture sector is a powerhouse, inspiring the world with innovation and creativity,” Governor Hochul said. “By investing in our museums, our theaters and our arts centers, we enrich our communities, strengthen local economies and improve tourism all over the State.”
NYSCA Executive Director Erika Mallin said, “These transformative projects improve communities, drive tourism and foster innovation in the field. Thanks to the Governor and the Legislature’s dedication to arts and culture, we are building a thriving future for our world-renowned creative sector. Congratulations to the Kingsbridge Historical Society, NYSCA is a proud supporter of your contributions to New York’s arts and culture.”
About the New York State Council on the Arts
The mission of the New York State Council on the Arts is to foster and advance the full breadth of New York State’s arts, culture, and creativity for all. To support the ongoing recovery of the arts across New York State, the Council on the Arts will award over $161 million in FY 2026, serving hundreds of arts organizations and artists across all 10 state regions. The Council on the Arts further advances New York’s creative culture by convening leaders in the field and providing organizational and professional development opportunities and informational resources. Created by Governor Nelson Rockefeller in 1960 and continued with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the Council is an agency that is part of the Executive Branch. For more information on NYSCA, please visit www.arts.ny.gov,
and follow NYSCA’s Facebook page, on X @NYSCArts and Instagram @NYSCouncilontheArts.