Bronx Parkway Commission Collection, 1912-1924

Official photographic record of the construction of the Bronx River Parkway, America's first public parkway. Learn More

County Photographer Collection, ca.1982-1996 

These photographs were largely produced by Westchester County Photographer Anthony Vitulli, although some were produced by private contractors. Learn More 

John G. Gass Collection, ca.1933-1965

John Gass was best known for his photography of landscapes and architecture and for his work with Gilmore D. Clarke, official landscaper of the 1939 New York World's Fair and landscape architect of the Bronx River Parkway. The images in this collection are mostly scenic landscapes, bridges, and Westchester County parks and buildings. Learn More

General Photograph Collection, 1912-present

Included are images of various events, people, parks, buildings, and parkways throughout Westchester County. The collection includes an important group of photographs of buildings and activities at the Grasslands Hospital/Westchester County Medical Center and construction photographs of several of the county's major parkways. Learn More

Edwin G. Michaelian Photograph Collection, 1909-1984

Photographs of Edwin G. Michaelian, County Executive from 1958 to 1973, from childhood to the dedication of the Michaelian Office Building in 1984. Includes many images of municipal and county officials and dignitaries, as well as photographs of Mr. Michaelian's activities as Mayor and Councilman of White Plains. Learn More

Park Commission Collection, 1912-1961

Images of the construction and development of the county's parks, parkways, and many county buildings. Includes construction photos, views of Playland, the County Center, and Kensico Dam. Learn More

Parks Department Lantern Slide Collection, ca.1920-1935

Views of parks, parkways, the County Center, Playland, Kensico Dam and other areas of Westchester County. Learn More

Playland Collection, 1927-1941

Detailed photographs of Playland Amusement Park from its construction through 1941. Includes images of amusement rides, games, concessions, buildings, activities and performances. Also includes scenes from Playland beach and boardwalk.  The park is an excellent example of Art Deco architecture and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn More

Westchester County Control Survey Collection, 1934-1936

Photographs documenting the work of a major survey to map the boundaries of Westchester County in the 1930s. Learn More