What will you discover today?
The life & works of founding father
Thomas Paine
The beginning of a Nation
Life during the Revolution
Seeking religious freedom
The Huguenots
The founding of a city
New Rochelle, NY
Discover New Rochelle History
Queen City of the Sound
Glen Island, Fort Slocum, Trinity, St. Paul
Centuries of History
The Huguenot & New Rochelle Historical Association
We're not just Revolutionary, We're NY History Strong !
Where History Comes Alive
At the Thomas Paine Cottage the HNRHA brings Historical & Seasonal family friendly & adult events to our community throughout the year. There's always something going on at the Cottage!
Upcoming Event(s)
Our Quaff & Quill author series continues in April 2023. Check back for details!
It is our honor to preserve this historical home first owned by Huguenot loyalists & then by Founding Father Thomas Paine.  Join us in our mission to maintain a piece of local and national history for generations to come.
"What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value"
-Thomas Paine