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Celebrate the power of the vote and the 102nd anniversary of the 19th amendment! Explore the exciting lives of women past and present who have defied society to fight for what was right. Activities include a live suffrage debate (heckling encouraged); photo-ops with suffragette sashes and 19th-century clothing, opportunities to explore voter resources with the …
The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, a registered National Historic Landmark, was created as a summer retreat by tea-importer Joseph Stiner. Its shape was based on the theories of Orson Squire Fowler, a phrenologist, who believed octagonal houses enclosed more space, allowed the sun in at all times, and permitted more views into the landscape. The tour …
Built between 1906 and 1913, Kykuit was home to four generations of the Rockefeller family. In 2022 the site will be open for guided tours Saturday-Sunday from May 21-October 2; and Wednesday-Monday between October 5-November 13. There are three distinct Kykuit tours available: Classic Tour: Great for first-time visitors. Your visit will include the main floor of …
Journey to Colonial America! Wander along a woodland path and enter the year 1750, when Philipsburg Manor was a thriving milling and trading complex that was home to several hundred tenant farmers and twenty three enslaved individuals of African descent. Step into the gristmill and learn about the work of Caesar, the enslaved African miller. Tour …
The Union Church of Pocantico Hills is a repository of awe-inspiring art by Matisse & Chagall. Stained-glass windows by European masters, commissioned by the Rockefeller family, adorn this unassuming country church. Henri Matisse’s last work, the Rose Window, and nine windows by Marc Chagall create a dramatic combination of light and color, art and spirituality. …
The Old Croton Aqueduct, New York City's original water supply, runs from, Croton-on-Hudson into the Bronx and Manhattan, passing through Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown. For most of its length, the Aqueduct is a horseshoe-shaped brick tunnel 8.5 feet high by 7.5 feet wide, set on a stone foundation and protected with an earthen cover and stone …
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 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 …
The Django All-Stars bring the music of the legendary Romani Jazz Guitarist Django Reinhardt fully into the 21st century. Their unique, high energy performances pay tribute to Reinhardt who is considered one of the greatest guitar players of all time. Reinhardt’s driving, swinging style became known as “hot jazz” and it continues to grow in …
Enjoy live music, river views and a laid-back setting at this small-town Sunday market showcasing the best of what the Hudson Valley has to offer. In season, there is fresh local produce, seafood and meats, cheese, pickles, prepared foods and baked goods. Sundays, 9 am to 1:30 pm rain or shine. Well behaved dogs are …
A charming, romantic Hudson River landscape. America’s “Founding Father of Literature” created a romantic, picturesque estate nestled along the Hudson riverbank. The enchanted landscape of Washington Irving’s much-loved Sunnyside has been charming guests for generations. Visitors today hear about Washington Irving’s storied past and how he came to be America’s first internationally famous author. His …
The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, a registered National Historic Landmark, was created as a summer retreat by tea-importer Joseph Stiner. Its shape was based on the theories of Orson Squire Fowler, a phrenologist, who believed octagonal houses enclosed more space, allowed the sun in at all times, and permitted more views into the landscape. The tour …
Built between 1906 and 1913, Kykuit was home to four generations of the Rockefeller family. In 2022 the site will be open for guided tours Saturday-Sunday from May 21-October 2; and Wednesday-Monday between October 5-November 13. There are three distinct Kykuit tours available: Classic Tour: Great for first-time visitors. Your visit will include the main floor of …
Journey to Colonial America! Wander along a woodland path and enter the year 1750, when Philipsburg Manor was a thriving milling and trading complex that was home to several hundred tenant farmers and twenty three enslaved individuals of African descent. Step into the gristmill and learn about the work of Caesar, the enslaved African miller. Tour …
The Old Croton Aqueduct, New York City's original water supply, runs from, Croton-on-Hudson into the Bronx and Manhattan, passing through Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown. For most of its length, the Aqueduct is a horseshoe-shaped brick tunnel 8.5 feet high by 7.5 feet wide, set on a stone foundation and protected with an earthen cover and stone …
Join botanist Patty Butter for a leisurely walk and learn about the identification of wildflowers in Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Contribute as a citizen scientist to increase the knowledge of the ecology of the Preserve by logging your observations in the iNaturalist app. Bring a camera or cell phone to take pictures and add the …
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 Union Church of Pocantico Hills is a repository of awe-inspiring art by Matisse & Chagall. Stained-glass windows by European masters, commissioned by the Rockefeller family, adorn this unassuming country church. Henri Matisse’s last work, the Rose Window, and nine windows by Marc Chagall create a dramatic combination of light and color, art and spirituality. …
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, …
São Paulo native Hello Alves has played on Grammy recordings and is an extraordinary improviser who combines the rhythmic complexity of modern Brazilian music with the edgy energy of contemporary jazz. He is a jazz pianist and son of pianists.
São Paulo native Hello Alves has played on Grammy recordings and is an extraordinary improviser who combines the rhythmic complexity of modern Brazilian music with the edgy energy of contemporary jazz. He is a jazz pianist and son of pianists.
The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, a registered National Historic Landmark, was created as a summer retreat by tea-importer Joseph Stiner. Its shape was based on the theories of Orson Squire Fowler, a phrenologist, who believed octagonal houses enclosed more space, allowed the sun in at all times, and permitted more views into the landscape. The tour …
Sleepy Hollow's Summer Concert Series returns with three free evenings of live music at Horan's Landing Park. Enjoy regional bands while watching the sun set over the Hudson River! Pack a picnic dinner, chairs or a blanket. Local favorite food trucks and ice cream trucks are usually on hand to serve up delicious fare, and …
Experience Rockefeller State Park Preserve after dark and observe the “super” moon as it approaches perigee (when it’s closest to Earth) and therefore appears unusually large and bright! Join this 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. You will walk at a brisk pace; some hiking experience is recommended. Meet in the Rockefeller State …
There's something for everyone in Sleepy Hollow Country—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 10K run, Halloween parade, and of course, the Headless Horseman! For the latest on Fall events, visit our guide to Halloween in Sleepy Hollow.