Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591, 914-631-4481. This Gothic Revival mansion was originally designed in 1838 by American architect Alexander Jackson Davis for former New York City mayor William Paulding, Jr. Paulding named his country villa “Knoll.” In 1864 Davis doubled the size of the house for its second owner, George Merritt, who renamed it “Lyndenhurst” after the Linden trees growing on the property. In 1880 railroad baron Jay Gould purchased the estate, maintaining it as his summer home and country retreat until his death in 1892. The mansion and what is now a 67-acre estate remained in the Gould family until 1961 (it once exceeded 500 acres). The house and grounds are now a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The grounds and outbuildings are a fine example of 19th century landscape design. Much of the layout was accomplished by master gardener Ferdinand Mangold, whose tenure spanned both Merritt and Gould ownership of the property. Both Mangold and Merritt are buried nearby in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Paulding is in the adjacent churchyard of the Old Dutch Church. Jay Gould is further away in a private mausoleum in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Fans of the 1960s television series Dark Shadows may recall that Lyndhurst in served as the Collinwood estate in the feature-length films House of Dark Shadows (1970) and Night of Dark Shadows (1971). Sleepy Hollow Cemetery’s receiving vault made a cameo in House of Dark Shadows as the Collins family mausoleum.

The grounds are host to annual craft fairs and other special events. See www.lyndhurst.org for current ticket prices and tour times. Other rates apply for special events.

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Meet & Greet with Kathryn Leigh Scott

Lyndhurst welcomes Kathryn Leigh Scott, author, and actress, best known locally for playing four starring roles, including Maggie Evans and Josette DuPres, in the original Gothic series, Dark Shadows and House of Dark Shadows (1970), filmed at Lyndhurst in Tarrytown, NY. She wrote Dark Shadows: Return to Collinwood and Dark Shadows Movie Book, among other books about the hit series. She currently appears in three feature films and several popular cable television series.

Ticket holders will come to the Lyndhurst Welcome Center and be admitted into the courtyard tent for an exclusive meet & greet, and book signing with Kathryn Leigh Scott. Visitors will be able to take in some Dark Shadows memorabilia while waiting. Tickets include Lyndhurst Grounds visitation to enjoy outdoor seasonal decor.

Where: Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown NY 10591

2021 date: October 29, 11 am to 4 pm. Multiple sessions with timed entry.

For information and tickets: https://lyndhurst.org/events/meet-greet-with-kls/

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Spirited Mansion Weekend

Lyndhurst will be open Halloween Weekend with an “Explore at Your Own Pace” event inside the Mansion! Visitors can walk through the mansion without a guided tour, view the seasonal decorations at their own pace, and take in the wonders of unique collections items on display and the historic architecture.

You will see the majestic vestibule and entrance hall, reception room, parlor, library, and the sumptuous Victorian dining room – all decorated with spirited trimmings for the season!

This event has timed entry, which begins promptly at the time on your ticket. Please arrive early to check-in at the Welcome Center before proceeding to the Mansion to explore.

Refreshments will be available for purchase on-site from Geordanes of Irvington. Snack items; Orange and black cookies and cider doughnuts. Hot and cold beverages; coffee, hot and cold cider.

Where: Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown NY 10591

2021 Dates: October 29th – 31st, 9:30am to 3pm. Timed entry.

For information and tickets: https://lyndhurst.org/events/halloween-weekend-posted/

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Lyndhurst After Dark

You’ve experienced the splendor of the Mansion during the day, but have you seen it draped in candlelight?

New for this Halloween Season, come and experience the history of the Mansion and explore Victorian lore in the glow of an October evening; Lyndhurst After Dark! Timed entry into the Mansion allows visitors to walk through the house as it is decorated in the spirit of the season, with special collections and items on display relating to the superstitions of the age.

This is not a theater performance, but a semi-guided tour through the Mansion in the evening hours, that will discuss the slightly darker side of history through those who lived at Lyndhurst and Victorian macabre. Visitors will get a chance to experience the architecture, decor, and collection items on display while listening to our talented staff regale about the families who lived at Lyndhurst and the traditions of the past.

Not be suitable for children under 6 years of age.

Refreshments will be available for purchase on-site from Geordanes of Irvington. Snack items; Orange and black cookies and cider doughnuts. Hot and cold beverages; coffee, hot and cold cider.

Where: Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown NY 10591

2021 Dates: October 29th – October 31st, 4:30pm -7:30pm

For information and Tickets: https://lyndhurst.org/events/lyndhurst-after-dark/

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Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Bohemia, at Lyndhurst Mansion

Red Monkey Theater Group and M&M Performing Arts bring another fast-paced Sherlock Holmes Adventure to Lyndhurst this fall. Join Sherlock Holmes (Tal Aviezer) and Dr. Watson (Michael Muldoon) at the inimitable Lyndhurst Mansion, where a mysterious masked visitor (Steve Plaushin) calls on them to assist in a matter of royal proportions. Together with the famous detectives, enter a world of blackmail, disguise, and intrigue, where the fate of two countries rests in the hands of a single woman. Holmes and Watson need every ounce of ingenuity they can muster to outwit the notorious Irene Adler (Amy Frey).

Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Bohemia is directed by Melinda O’Brien with stage management by Emmy Schwartz and Nan Weiss. Performances will take place entirely in the Parlor of Lyndhurst Mansion. The play runs for about one hour without an intermission, but plan on 90 minutes including check-in at the Welcome Center.

Performance Schedule:
Thursday: 7:30 pm.
Friday: 7:30 pm.
Saturday: 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm up to Nov. 25th, 5:30 and 7:30 pm after.
Sunday: 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm, up to Nov. 25th, 5:30 and 7:30 pm after.

Where: Lyndhurst, 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown NY 10591

2021 Dates: November 12-14, 18-21, 27-28. December 2-5.

For information and tickets: https://lyndhurst.org/events/winter-theater/