Headless Horseman Statue
The Headless Horseman statue is one of the most visited spots in Sleepy Hollow. Located in the Route 9 median between Philipsburg Manor and the Old Dutch Church, this 18-foot-tall sculpture of the Headless Horseman chasing Ichabod Crane was created by local artist Linda Perlmutter and fabricated by Milgo/Bufkin in Brooklyn. Its 11 tons of laser-cut corten steel panels were chemically treated to oxidize into a rich cinnamon hue.
The statue was unveiled — appropriately — on Halloween day, 2006.
It stands just a short distance from the Headless Horseman Bridge, where the Horseman is said to have hurled his flaming pumpkin at Ichabod in Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” The statue is a great spot for a photo, especially in October when the trees are in color and its base is festively decorated with pumpkins and hay bales. Take care crossing Route 9, which carries steady traffic.
Location (approximate): 362 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Sculpture
Across the street, at the entrance to Philipsburg Manor, is another monument to The Legend. This granite bas-relief also depicts the hapless Ichabod Crane fleeing for his life from the Headless Horseman, with the Old Dutch Church appearing in the background. Sculptor Michael Gressel carved the relief, which the Centennial Committee of the Village of North Tarrytown presented to the village in 1974.
The village changed its name from North Tarrytown to Sleepy Hollow in 1997.
Location: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
Directions: 362 Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591