Where the Legend Lives
Visitors can explore Lyndhurst mansion this weekend without a guided tour. See the mansion transformed into an extravagant wonderland of holiday splendor. Dozens of Christmas trees are expertly decorated and designed to complement the elegant period furnishings within the rooms of the house. Our curators bring out rarely seen items that belonged to Lyndhurst’s former owners, …
Celebrate the holiday season in Victorian splendor at The Armour-Stiner Octagon House in Irvington, New York. Join us for an opportunity to experience this lyrical, eight-sided home surrounded by the sights of Christmas in 1872. The restored National Landmark will be filled with elaborate holiday décor featuring wreaths, garlands, and the sparkle of ornaments on …
Each holiday season the Makers Central studio transforms into one giant artisanal walking market. It’s very rare that they invite the public into the workshop, but when they do, they make sure it’s worth it! During this open studio weekend, you'll peruse unique collections of handmade ceramic, paper, wood, concrete, leather, steel, fabric, floral & …
The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! Learn all about Washington Irving, his impact on American Literature and the enduring appeal of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", which recently celebrated its Bicentennial. Best of all, …
The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! Learn all about Washington Irving, his impact on American Literature and the enduring appeal of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", which recently celebrated its Bicentennial. Best of all, …
Soak up the beauty of this 173-year old cemetery while your guide regales you with stories of the fascinating people resting here in peace. This two-hour daytime walk is the perfect way "to have a colloquy among the tombs" as Washington Irving, famous author of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", did himself back in 1849. You'll …
The true stories on this two-hour lantern tour are so grim, you just might have nightmares! Curious to learn about a family that lost 5 children one terrible afternoon, or a horrific murder that led police on a multi-state chase? Maybe you’d like to hear about a son who shot his father before turning the …
Duduka Da Fonseca is a Brazilian jazz drummer. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Da Fonseca started playing drums when he was thirteen. He moved to New York City in 1975 and is the founder and leader of Brazilian All Stars! Born in Rio de Janeiro, Duduka Da Fonseca is a 4-time GRAMMY® Award Nominee Drummer. …
Soak up the history of this famous cemetery by the light of kerosene lanterns! It’s like stepping back in time as you visit some of the most impressive residents, including William Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie, John Dustin Archbold and others resting in peace in the cemetery's north end. As this is only a one-hour tour, you’ll …
Short on time? Make the most of it and meet the crème de la crème on this one-hour lantern tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! The Gilded Age began after the Civil War and ended around 1900. It was a time of tremendous industrialization and rapid economic growth. Railroads were built to connect the East Coast …
With an unparalleled performance, The American RUSH Tribute Lotus Land brings the force of live Rush to life on stage. Enjoyed by die-hard Rush fans, musicians, and casual music listeners alike, the Lotus Land experience has been heralded as the ultimate celebration of RUSH's musical craftsmanship and spirited performances. With the true set up and …
Duduka Da Fonseca is a Brazilian jazz drummer. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Da Fonseca started playing drums when he was thirteen. He moved to New York City in 1975 and is the founder and leader of Brazilian All Stars! Born in Rio de Janeiro, Duduka Da Fonseca is a 4-time GRAMMY® Award Nominee Drummer. …
There’s something for everyone in the real Sleepy Hollow—farmers markets, live music, street fairs, historic homes, hiking trails, kayaking and boating on the Hudson River. Halloween season brings even more for the whole family—haunted hayrides, blazing pumpkins, costumed 5K run, Halloween parade, and of course, the Headless Horseman! For the latest on Fall events, visit our guide to Halloween in Sleepy Hollow.