Washington Irving, author of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” followed the Rev. Dr. William Creighton here from Zion Episcopal Church in Dobbs Ferry. Irving was a vestryman, warden, Sunday School teacher, and regular parishioner at Christ Church until his death in 1859. The ivy on the church walls is from cuttings taken at Irving’s home, Sunnyside, and his pew is still marked in the front of the sanctuary. An estimated 5,000 descended on this small church on the day of Irving’s funeral—far exceeding its capacity.

The church hosts several popular events including spring and summer outdoor concerts, a Fall Fair and an annual blessing of animals.

How to Visit Christ Church

Location: 43 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591, 914-631-2074 http://christchurchtny.org

Parking: Metered street parking (not applicable on Sundays) is available on Broadway and side streets. There is a small municipal lot just north of the church.