This 105-acre island property is connected to New Rochelle by a drawbridge built in the 1920s. After Playland, Glen Island is the second most widely used park in the County Parks system. One of Westchester’s unique jewels, it was initially developed as a summer resort by John H. Starin. The original design exhibited the five cultures of the western world on individual islands linked together with piers and causeways. Today the islands have been merged with substantial fill areas totaling 130 acres and providing a beautiful crescent-shaped beach with access to the Long Island Sound.
HOST: Cathy Gutterman (914) 625-0766
DATE: Thursday, October 8, 2026
LOCATION: Glen Island Park, Weyman Avenue, New Rochelle 10805
TIME: 10:00 AM Meet in front of the castle to the right as you enter the parking lot.
DIRECTIONS: https://www.mapquest.com/us/new-york/glen-island-park-265288484 Transportation from NYC: Metro-North New Haven Line to New Rochelle Station.
LUNCH: Bring your own lunch/snack/water. We'll be picnicking together.
SHOW & TELL: After lunch, we'll share stories and sketches during the social part of our day.
NOTES:
- It can be breezy by the water - you may want to bring a light jacket.
- There are lots of picnic tables, but a stool can offer more options.
- It is after Labor Day, so there should be no fee for parking or a park pass.
- Restrooms are located in the Office building located on the right as you
enter the Park.
Please RSVP to Cathy Gutterman at westchester@nycurbansketchers.org
About NYC Urban Sketchers Events: All are welcome–no fee, no registration. Just look for folks with sketchbooks at the meeting spot and say hello. If you have trouble finding us, contact the host; their contact info is in the NYC Urban Sketchers blog post for this event. #nycurbansketchers.
