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Briarcliff Manor is located in the municipality of Briarcliff Manor in the central western part of Westchester County, NY. To the east of the Village of Ossining lay an area called Whitson’s Corners. It was settled during the 19th century. On November 21, 1902, it was officially incorporated as the Village of Briarcliff Manor. The population at that time was 331 residents.
In 1890, an English businessman named Law bought 232 acres of farmland in Whitson’s Corners, calling it “Briarcliff Farms”. He turned the farm’s poor herd of Jersey cows into a profitable venture, distributing milk products. He also cultivated American Beauty Roses "Briarcliff Roses" which were shipped daily to New York City. His holdings soon increased to 5,000 acres and he had about 300 employees. A community began to evolve there. Law’s estate was said to be a city within itself, including houses for his employees, roads, a Church, the Briarcliff Lodge, a vacation resort and the Briarcliff Manor Light and Power Company. Law’s friend, industrialist Andrew Carnegie, called him “Laird of Briarcliff Manor”.
Community Markets, is an organization that believes strongly in supporting local agriculture, strengthening local communities, and making fresh produce available to neighborhoods with limited access.
Farmers Markets in Westchester County are located in Briarcliff Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Mount Kisco, New Rochelle, Ossining, Pelham, Pleasantville, Rye, and Tarrytown.
Farmers Markets in Rockland County are located in Piermont and Spring Valley.
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Edith Macy Conference Center is located at 550 Chappaqua Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510, Westchester County in the lower-Hudson Valley. Edith Macy is a member of the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) and was awarded the Gold Level of Sustainability from IACC in 2009. IACC’s code of sustainability provides 59 best practices in the areas of Education & Awareness, Waste Management, Recycling, Reuse, Water Conservation, Purchasing, Energy Management, Air Quality and Food & Beverage. Edith Macy is committed to environmental sustainability.
Edith Macy is close to world class shopping . Enjoy upscale shopping, in nearby White Plains. Shop the Westchester Mall offering Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and over 100 fine upscale stores. Shop Bloomingdales, The Galleria, and find several shopping centers offering discount clothing stores.
For great dining, select from one of the many excellent cafes and fine restaurants in and around Briarcliff Manor.
Haymount House, serving Farm-To-Table cuisine, is located in a 1910 Mansion at 25 Studio Hill Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
From the owner: "Walk in through a marvelous porticoed entrance to be greeted by a stunning view of the Hudson. A meticulous renovation of the former Maison Lafitte revealed marble fireplaces and glittering chandeliers. Tables are dressed with crisp linen and set with flickering candles and fresh flowers. The food is as special and sophisticated as the decor: cauliflower soup with hazelnut brown butter and salt cod emulsion; maple-glazed Berkshire pork belly with sunchoke, radish and celery; or confit of wild salmon with grapefruit, Swiss chard and black truffle vinaigrette."
The word is Although the space is beautiful it seems everything else is a problem. Too many complaints about high prices and poor service. Check out recent reviews on the web before dining here. Perhaps things will improve.
Hudson Stage Company (HSC) is located at the Woodward Hall Theater at Pace University, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 in Westchester County. Founded in 1999, Hudson Stage has become one of Westchester's premiere professional theatres. Dedicated to discovering, developing, and producing bold and unique plays, the company provides a haven for the pioneering writer, and an oasis for the theatergoer looking for challenging entertainment. Quality writing (both new and rediscovered) exploring diverse themes, and featuring the finest actors from theatre, film, and television provides an artistic outlet to vital to the community.
The company's residency on the Briarcliff Campus of Pace University provides a permanent home for the HSC productions and reading series. This offers a professional theatre experience for the university community, and places the company and its artistic offerings in the heart of Westchester county.
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Maze In Pottery is located at 76 North State Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 in Westchester County. A Maze In Pottery is a warm, friendly place where you can relax while decorating a pottery piece of your choice. Our diverse selection of bisque pieces makes our studio a great place for adults, teens and children.
Things To Do and Party Packages Your child can spend one hour of quality time listening to stories and painting a pottery project such as a cereal bowl, cocoa mug, breakfast plate, family serving dishes and more. Plan a party.
Baby Showers Bachelorette Parties Bar & Bat Mitzvahs Birthday Party Bridal Showers Craft Nights Family Reunions Girl Scout Outing Girls Night Out Holiday Celebrations Team Builders
Trump National Golf Club is located at 339 Pine Road in Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510. The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences has bestowed the International Star Diamond Award on Trump National Golf Club, Westchester. This recognition is given exclusively to five star establishments deemed to be of pinnacle quality by its esteemed Board of Trustees. The International Star Diamond Award is the most prestigious emblem of achievement and quality in the world.
Jim Fazio designed our 7,291 yard par 72 golf course and it has been recognized as one of the finest in the northeast. Press blue button for information about golf simulators, full course overview, hole by hole slideshow, an aerial photo gallery of Trump National Golf Club and instructions on repairing ball marks and divots.
Golf Course Attractions Country Club 18-hole regulation length course 7291 yards / par 72 Course rating / slope = 71 / 129 _____________________
The Town of Cortlandt is located in the northwestern corner of Westchester County, NY. It includes two incorporated villages, Croton-on-Hudson and Buchanan. Cortlandt also includes several hamlets: Cortlandt Manor, Crompond, Crugers, Montrose and Verplanck, Lake Peekskill and a section of Mohegan Lake. The rural character of the town is defined by the Hudson River, New York City Watershed Lands, numerous wooded hills and steep slopes, wetland areas and beautiful streams.
Hendrick Hudson discovered the Hudson River in 1609, sailing his ship the Half Moon north anchoring at Verplanck’s Point. Cortlandt derived its name from the Van Cortlandt family who began purchasing land in 1677 from the Croton River north to Anthony’s Nose and east to Connecticut. Cortlandt was the site of many skirmishes during the Revolutionary War. Local Roads, such as Watch Hill and Furnace Dock Road, where the furnaces that made ammunition for the war effort were located, bear names reflecting the Revolutionary time.
In 1788 under the Township Act, Cortlandt became one of 20 townships in Westchester County with Philip Van Cortlandt as the first Supervisor. During the 19th century the railroad was extended to the area and industrialization began to occur with the hamlet of Verplanck becoming an important brickmaking center. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries the Town of Cortlandt was predominantly a rural, agricultural community with seasonal bungalow colonies serving the residents of New York City. By the 1950's Federal housing programs, combined with improvements to the road network and the railroad, led to the suburbanization of the Town, which was typical throughout New York State.
During the Revolutionary War, Lieutenant Colonel Cortlandt commanded the 2nd New York Regiment in the Continental Army. He was awarded the rank of brigadier general for gallant conduct at the siege of Yorktown under General Lafayette.
He served in both houses of the New York State Legislature and represented New York in the United States House of Representatives from 1793 until 1809. He died November 21, 1831 at Van Cortlandt Manor House in Croton in November of 1831 at the age of eighty-two. Van Cortlandt is buried at th Hillside Cemetery in Cortlandt.
Point of Interest: Philip Van Cortlandt, born August 21, 1749 was a land surveyor, land-owner and politician from Westchester County, New York. He pursued classical studies; attended Coldenham Academy and was graduated from King's College (now known as Columbia University) in 1768.
History And Antiquities The following covers "History and Antiquities", a general collection of interesting facts, traditions, biographical sketches, and anecdotes about Westchester County and its towns. When reading the following, remember to keep in mind that this information has been written about two hundred years ago. Population statistics and events have not been revised to reflect current events and perspective. We think this adds to the historical flavor and interest of the writings, giving a different perspective on much of this information and written in an "older world" writing style. "Historical Collections of the State of New York", Published by S. Tuttle, 194 Chatham-Square, 1841
Cortland - Now known as Cortlandt The surface of this town on the north is covered by the highlands, and has some lofty summits, the principal of which is the Kleberg and Anthony's nose. The town has a considerable portion of arable land. Pop. 5,592. Croton and Cortland town are small post villages.
Hand To Mouth Players is located in Montrose, NY 10548 in Westchester County. As a community theater group in Westchester NY, HTM's goal is to entertain & involve the community, while offering affordable quality family entertainment to the greater Westchester County & Lower Hudson Valley region. We're an amateur all-volunteer not-for-profit community theatre group. Since 1967 we have produced many plays each year, which include comedy, drama, one-acts plays, workshops, musicals, Broadway & original works.
The Town of Cortlandt is located in the northwestern corner of Westchester County, NY. It includes two incorporated villages, Croton-on-Hudson and Buchanan. Cortlandt also includes several hamlets: Cortlandt Manor, Crompond, Crugers, Montrose and Verplanck, Lake Peekskill and a section of Mohegan Lake. The rural character of the town is defined by the Hudson River, New York City Watershed Lands, numerous wooded hills and steep slopes, wetland areas and beautiful streams.
Hendrick Hudson discovered the Hudson River in 1609, sailing his ship the Half Moon north anchoring at Verplanck’s Point. Cortlandt derived its name from the Van Cortlandt family who began purchasing land in 1677 from the Croton River north to Anthony’s Nose and east to Connecticut. Cortlandt was the site of many skirmishes during the Revolutionary War. Local Roads, such as Watch Hill and Furnace Dock Road, where the furnaces that made ammunition for the war effort were located, bear names reflecting the Revolutionary time.
In 1788 under the Township Act, Cortlandt became one of 20 townships in Westchester County with Philip Van Cortlandt as the first Supervisor. During the 19th century the railroad was extended to the area and industrialization began to occur with the hamlet of Verplanck becoming an important brickmaking center. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries the Town of Cortlandt was predominantly a rural, agricultural community with seasonal bungalow colonies serving the residents of New York City. By the 1950's Federal housing programs, combined with improvements to the road network and the railroad, led to the suburbanization of the Town, which was typical throughout New York State.
During the Revolutionary War, Lieutenant Colonel Cortlandt commanded the 2nd New York Regiment in the Continental Army. He was awarded the rank of brigadier general for gallant conduct at the siege of Yorktown under General Lafayette.
He served in both houses of the New York State Legislature and represented New York in the United States House of Representatives from 1793 until 1809. He died November 21, 1831 at Van Cortlandt Manor House in Croton in November of 1831 at the age of eighty-two. Van Cortlandt is buried at th Hillside Cemetery in Cortlandt.
Point of Interest: Philip Van Cortlandt, born August 21, 1749 was a land surveyor, land-owner and politician from Westchester County, New York. He pursued classical studies; attended Coldenham Academy and was graduated from King's College (now known as Columbia University) in 1768.
History And Antiquities The following covers "History and Antiquities", a general collection of interesting facts, traditions, biographical sketches, and anecdotes about Westchester County and its towns. When reading the following, remember to keep in mind that this information has been written about two hundred years ago. Population statistics and events have not been revised to reflect current events and perspective. We think this adds to the historical flavor and interest of the writings, giving a different perspective on much of this information and written in an "older world" writing style. "Historical Collections of the State of New York", Published by S. Tuttle, 194 Chatham-Square, 1841
Cortland - Now known as Cortlandt The surface of this town on the north is covered by the highlands, and has some lofty summits, the principal of which is the Kleberg and Anthony's nose. The town has a considerable portion of arable land. Pop. 5,592. Croton and Cortland town are small post villages.
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Croton Gorge Park, a 97-acre property, is located at Route 129, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10520 in Westchester County. The Park is located at the base of the New Croton Dam, and affords impressive views of the dam and spillway.
The Croton River begins here. The bridge that spans the Croton River offers beautiful views of the spectacular spillway.
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"The Old Croton Dam, built to supply New York City with water, was the first large masonry dam in the United States. Completed in 1842, it was the prototype for many municipal water supply dams in the east during the mid-nineteenth century. The city’s needs, however, soon outgrew the Croton Dam water supply.
"Consequently, work began on the New Croton Dam, also called the Cornell Dam because of its location on land purchased from A.B. Cornell, in 1893. Completed in 1907, the Cornell Dam stands over 200 feet high. The Croton Reservoir has a capacity of about 34 billion gallons of water with a watershed covering 177 square miles." Source: Westchestergov.com
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Visit Croton Gorge Park. The park offers many activities such as fishing, picnicking, biking, and hiking trails (with direct trail access to New York State’s Old Croton Aqueduct). Croton Gorge Park is also available for winter activities such as cross-country skiing and sledding.
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Enjoy walking, picnicking, ball fields, and spectacular views of the spillway from the base of Croton Dam Plaza. A playground for small children is available just a short walk from this spot.
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Things To Do at Croton Gorge Park Ball Fields Biking Trails Fishing Hiking Trails / Walking Nature Study Picnicking Playground Restrooms
Winter Activities Cross-Country Skiing Sledding
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Teatown Lake Reservation is located at 1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining, NY 10562 in Westchester County. Teatown is located in the hills and highlands of New York’s Hudson Valley. This bioregion includes parts of five counties: Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland and Orange. Nearly 80% of the region lies east of the Hudson River in Westchester and Putnam counties. About 785,000 people share the 936-square-mile area with a rich diversity of habitats, plant and animals. The nationally-acclaimed Hudson River Estuary and majestic Hudson Highlands form the region’s backbone.
Teatown Lake Reservation is a nonprofit, environmental organization with an 834-acre nature preserve and education center located in the Lower Hudson Valley in the Towns of Yorktown, Cortlandt, and New Castle, New York.
Located in the heart of the Lower Hudson Valley’s Hudson Hills and Highlands bioregion, Teatown is the largest nonprofit nature preserve in Westchester County. About 28,000 people come each year to attend an education program, visit the Nature Center, hike our trails, or tour Wildflower Island, a two-acre island sanctuary located within Teatown Lake that is home to over 230 native and endangered species of wildflowers.
Teatown’s educators offer adult, family and children’s programs to over 18,000 participants annually, including nearly 9,000 school children and 700 summer campers. Annually, over 10,000 hikers traverse Teatown's 15 miles of scenic trails that span abundant fields, mixed forests, lakes, streams, swamps and farm land.
Things To Do at Teatown Lake Reservation Children's Events Diverse Habitats Hiking Trails (15 miles) Nature Center Outdoor Animal Exhibits Wildflower Island - over 230 native species of wildflowers
Copland House at Merestead is located at 455 Byram Lake Road, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 in Westchester County. "Merestead (“farmland” in Scottish) was designed and built in 1906–07 by famed architects Delano & Aldrich as the country home of William Sloane, President of the W & J Sloane Furniture Company, and his family.
"Sloane’s son-in-law and daughter, Dr. and Mrs. Robert L. Patterson, Jr., gave this majestic property to the people of Westchester, “so that present and future generations ... will be able to use, see, and enjoy it [for] conservation, educational, cultural, intellectual, historical, and recreational purposes.” A County Park, the 130-acre estate includes a 26-room Georgian Revival mansion, carriage house, farm buildings, formal gardens, natural woodlands, rolling hills and meadows, and over two miles of trails.
"In September 2009, an innovative public-private partnership between Westchester County and Copland House was launched to realize the Pattersons’ sweeping vision, and establish a unique creative center at Merestead, which will serve as an extension of Copland House’s acclaimed musical, educational, and public programs. This extraordinary collaboration preserves a large parcel of open land, revives one of Westchester’s last great country estates, and creates a singular institution that champions American music and the arts—and makes all of this accessible to the public."
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Attractions at Copland House at Merestead Concerts Educational Programs Events Hiking Historic Site
Go bowling at Cortlandt Lanes, a bowling center offering 38 bowling lanes, is located at 2192 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in Northwestern Westchester County.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling specials Bowling lanes (38) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for children Moonlight bowling Open bowling Pro Shop Scoring (automatic)
Gymnastics City, offering gymnastics, is located at 2121 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in Northwestern Westchester County. Gymnastics City is one of the largest and best equipped Gymnastics and Cheerleading schools in New York. We are celebrating our 30th year, where our Gym City staff has been teaching athletes of every age and ability; from Tiny Tots 18 months to Junior Olympians 18 years old.
Hemlock Hill 'Family owned & Operated Farm', is located at 500 Croton Ave, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in Westchester County. As one the oldest working farms in Westchester County, New York, The DeMaria Family provides the community with all natural, wholesome farm raised products for over 70 years.
We believe it is important for people to know where their food comes from and what it takes to produce healthy, natural foods as we do here at Hemlock Hill. We have a unique operation here in Cortlandt Manor as a family owned farm established and operating since 1939.
Visit us year 'round You can experience the natural beauty of our farm all year round. We have lots of animals to see. Cattle and sheep, goats and pigs, geese and lots of free range chickens too. Our store is open every day of the year, offering some of the finest natural food products around.
Hudson Highlands Gateway Park Cortlandt, Westchester County Hudson River Valley, New York State
This 352-acre park is one of the last large undeveloped land parcels in Westchester County.
Hudson Highlands Gateway Park, threatened twice by dense residential development, was protected in 1998 when a coalition of more than 35 groups representing homeowners, the community, government agencies and several environmental organizations united to preserve this 352-acre site. The Coalition to Preserve the Hudson Highlands Gateway raised $6 million to buy the parcel. In May 2000, The Scenic Hudson Land Trust, the Town of Cortlandt and Westchester County purchased the property.
Things To Do The park features a network of 4 trails, totaling more than 4.9 miles, rambling through woodlands, meadows and around ponds and offers several options for scenic loop hikes including a one-mile loop that is partly handicap accessible.
Hiking / Walking Trails Nature Study Scenic Views
Directions Off Route 9 in Annsville, take Highland Avenue and turn left on Sprout Brook Road. Two parking areas are available; one is temporarily shared with Sprout Brook Park, 0.3 miles from the intersection of Sprout Brook Road and Highland Avenue, just past and on the same side as the athletic fields. Cross road and enter park through the gap in guardrail. Universally accessible parking area is at the end or Doris Lee Drive. Park on gravel in front of fence.
Hollow Brook Golf Club is located at 1060 Oregon Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in the beautiful Hudson River Valley. By joining Hollow Brook Golf Club, you'll become a part of the long tradition and history of golf in Westchester County, New York. Westchester County is home to some of the nation's most esteemed golf and country clubs. Around the globe, Westchester is known for its world-class golf courses. Hollow Brook, which opened in the spring of 2005, continues this legacy.
Designed by Eric Bergstol, Hollow Brook is set on 250 pristine acres in Cortlandt Manor, New York. In the northwest corner of the county, Hollow Brook is part of a still-growing portfolio of Bergstol golf courses in New York and New Jersey. Bergstol has established a national reputation for golf courses that preserve and protect the environment and compliment the natural beauty of the land.
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Cortlandt Farm Market is located at 2267 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in Westchester County. Our farm market has been family owned and operated since 1976. We are a full service garden center and farmers market that uses our greenhouses to grow extraordinary hanging baskets, annuals and vegetable plants.
Spring Our lush hanging baskets are grown right here in our greenhouse. We carry many varieties and configurations. We are sure to have just what you are looking for. You will not find our home grown Hanging Baskets anywhere else.
Summer Get locally grown produce from local farms in the Hudson Valley region. Corn, tomatoes, pepper, squash, beans and more, all at the peak of flavor.
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Fall A wide variety of local apples sit in large tubs, mums in every color, and a fabulous selection of pumpkins, Jack-o lantern, Fairytale, Cinderella, white and many more. Enjoy our Gourds, Indian corn and delicious Apple Cider donuts, made daily at the farm along with other delicious fresh baked goods.
Winter is Christmas Season We hand make wreaths and cemetery pieces and start unloading Christmas trees on Thanksgiving morning. We also have roping Poinsettias, lights and trees stands.
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Alexander Hamilton House, a bed & breakfast in the Hudson River Valley, is located at 49 Van Wyck Street, Croton-on-Hudson NY 10520 in northern Westchester County.
From the owner: "The Alexander Hamilton House is a bed & breakfast in the Hudson Valley. On a cliff overlooking the Hudson River, our inn is just a short walk to the village of Croton-on-Hudson. Conveniently located just 48 minutes north of New York City and accessible by car or train, 20 minutes to Tarrytown and 25 minutes to White Plains. From our inn, you have easy access to historic houses, West Point, Blue Hill at Stone Barns, Kykuit, Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets, wineries, hiking and biking."
The word is This Bed & Breakfast is well located in a lovely neighborhood, where you can easily drive to most Westchester and Putnam county destinations, or take train into New York City. Home cooked breakfasts are very good and the inn is charming, although it can use some maintenance.
Brinton Brook Sanctuary is located in Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester County, NY in the Hudson River Valley. Brinton Brook Sanctuary offers three miles of hiking trails through a wide variety of habitats. The trails of Brinton Brook Sanctuary connect to the Highland Trail, part of the Croton-on-Hudson village trail system. Brinton Brook is a good place to enjoy hiking, birding, wildflowers and scenic vistas.
Brinton Brook is our largest sanctuary and was the first managed by Saw Mill River Audubon. Management rights to an additional 27-acres were obtained from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson in 1998 raising the total area to 156 acres. Press blue button for trail maps and more about Brinton Brook Sanctuary.
Things To Do in Croton-on-Hudson Sanctuary Birding | Bird Watching Guided Tours Hiking Nature Walks
The Croton Point Nature Center is located at the 504-acre Croton Point Park, the largest peninsula of the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson. The scenic discovery trail winds its way through the park, enabling visitors to explore the Croton Point's many plant and wildlife species, including painted turtles and a variety of frogs, as well as its unique historical features.
The Croton Point Nature Center located on the northwest tip of the park, displays exhibits about the Hudson River, local history, flora and fauna, and archeology. The center hosts weekly programs, including nature walks, presentation on area history, and arts and crafts workshops. The center is also the headquarters for the Material Archives and Laboratory for Archaeology.
Explore four miles of Hudson River shoreline at Croton Point Nature Center. The grounds attract Bald Eagles, and is designated an Important Bird Area (IBA). A capped landfill is now a vast meadow abundant in species of birds and butterflies. The park's historical structures are designated as a historic district.
Special Interest: Treaty Oak Monument, Meadow, Brickyard Excavation, Teller's Point and English Yews, Croton Bay, The Wine Cellars, Conifer Forest
Things To Do at Croton Point Nature Center Baseball Fields Birding | Bird Watching (IBA) Bird Sanctuary Cultural History Programs Hiking Trails Historic District Museum Nature Center Picnicking Restrooms
Winter Activities Cross-Country Skiing Sledding
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Croton Point Park, a 508-acre property, is located at Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson in Westchester County. Find many historical features at Croton Point, including Historic School House, Wine Cellar, Wine Cottage, and more.
"This park offers year-round events and activities and has facilities for camping, hiking and swimming. The park, rich in natural and human history, is also the site of historic wine cellars that are thought of be the oldest in New York State and the Croton Point Nature Center.
"The oldest oyster shell middens on the North Atlantic Coast uncovered by archeologists on Croton Point confirm that the peninsula was inhabited by Native Americans as early as 7,000 years ago. Croton is in fact named for the Indian sachem, Kenoten, which means "wild wind.” In the 17th century, Indians of the Kitchawank tribe on the Wappinger Confederacy occupied a large fortified village on the high flat at the neck of Croton Point, which they called Navish. This was one of the most ancient and formidable Indian fortresses south of the Hudson Highlands.
"The oldest oyster shell middens on the North Atlantic Coast uncovered by archeologists on Croton Point confirm that the peninsula was inhabited by Native Americans as early as 7,000 years ago. Croton is, in fact, named for the Indian sachem, Kenoten, which means "wild wind.” In the 17th century, Indians of the Kitchawank tribe on the Wappinger Confederacy occupied a large fortified village on the high flat at the neck of Croton Point, which they called Navish. This was one of the most ancient and formidable Indian fortresses south of the Hudson Highlands. A marsh known by the Indians as “Senasqua” separates the Point from Croton Neck, and a plaque marks the spot where a peace treaty was signed with the Kitchawank tribe.
"Cornelius Van Bursum was the first to purchase Croton Point from the Indians in 1682. A few years later William and Sara Teller were given permission to live on the point and operate an Indian trading post. In the 18th century the area came to be known as Teller’s Point. Soon after, Stephanus Van Cortlandt incorporated the property into his Cortlandt Manor. By the end of the 18th century the Tellers, who married into the Van Cortlandt family, were in full possession of Croton Point. The Van Cortlandt Manor House still stands on the Croton River east of Croton Point Park."
Croton Point Park and the Revolutionary War "Although several military actions took place here, many involving invasions by the British, the most notorious was connected with the attempted betrayal of West Point by Benedict Arnold and the capture of his British confederate, Major John Andre." Learn more about Benedict Arnold in the American Revolution.
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Things To Do at Croton Point Park Beach access Boat Launch Camping Fishing Food Service Hiking Trails /Walking Museum (Historic features) Nature centers & study Picnicking Playground Restrooms Swimming
Winter Activities Cross-Country Skiing Sledding
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Croton-on-Hudson is located in the northern part of Westchester County, NY and runs along eight miles of Hudson River shoreline. Situated at the confluence of the Croton and Hudson Rivers, the topography of the Village affords dramatic views of Haverstraw Bay and the Croton River Gorge. Beautiful vistas, riverfront parks and extensive wooded areas characterize this picturesque and historic Village.
Croton-on-Hudson was formally incorporated as a village in the Town of Cortlandt in 1898. Croton-on-Hudson’s colonial-era history dates back to the 17th century and archaeological evidence indicates that it was populated by Native American Indians as early as 4950 BC. The Kitchawanc tribe, part of the Wappinger Confederacy of the Algonquin Nation, was native to the area. The Kitchawanc called the marsh separating Croton Point from Croton Neck "Senasqua," a name later used for the park further north. Croton itself is believed to be named for the Indian chief of the Kitchawanc tribe, Kenoten, which means "wild wind." A plaque on a rock at Croton Point Park marks the spot where a peace treaty was signed in 1645 between the Dutch and the Kitchawanc.
More Dutch arrived in the following decades, at first to trade and then, by the 1660s, to settle the area. In 1677, Stephanus Van Cortlandt, who later became the first native-born mayor of New York City, began acquiring land to create a manor and in 1697, a Royal Patent was issued designating the estate as the Manor of Cortlandt. The Village of Croton-on-Hudson thus evolved as an enclave of the Van Cortlandt Manor. Originally known as Croton Landing, its early Dutch residents were involved with agriculture and trade.
By the 19th century, farming, shipping, ship-building and flour and brick manufacturing had become the predominant industries, along with work on the railroad and construction of the Croton and New Croton Dams and the New Croton Aqueduct. These major public works projects in the 19th century, the railroad, the dams and the aqueduct, played a pivotal role in shaping Croton-on-Hudson’s demographic development and cemented its importance in the region. The construction of these projects brought an influx of German, Irish and Italian immigrants, who came to work and then settled with their families in the area. The influx of immigrants significantly increased the population of the Village and the surrounding areas so that by the time of its incorporation in 1898, the Village’s population had grown to 1,000 and to over 1,700 in the early 1900s.
The advent of the railroad had a large impact on the growth of Croton-on-Hudson and served as an economic engine for northern Westchester. Construction of a rail line to Poughkeepsie via Croton-on-Hudson began in 1846, when Poughkeepsie merchants advocated for an improved link to their city from New York City. In 1903, electric trains began operating out of the old Grand Central Terminal and construction began on a steam terminal at Croton Point where trains would switch over from electric to steam power to continue north past Croton-on-Hudson.
Most of the land acquired for the engine terminal was purchased from Clifford Harmon, a real estate developer, who took title to the Van Cortlandt family farm when electrification plans were announced in 1903. He stipulated in the deed to the property to NY Central Railroad that the station on Croton Point must always bear his name, hence the Croton-Harmon Station. The terminal for steam locomotives was completed in 1913, heralding a new era for Croton-on-Hudson as a railroad town. Since the New York Central rail line stopped in Harmon to change engines, it became a destination point for metropolitan area travelers. A shopping district developed around the railroad, creating a railroad village that became a focal point and source of employment in northern Westchester.
Construction began on the Croton Dam in 1837 after several water crises in New York City made clear the need for a steady supply of potable water. The project provided many jobs for Irish immigrants who had emigrated to escape the potato famines and it is estimated that at one point 10,000 laborers were working on the project. The New Croton Aqueduct was completed in 1890 and the New Croton Dam, designed to meet the ever-increasing demands for fresh water from New York City, was completed in 1907 after 15 years of Construction.
In 1932, two separate communities, Mount Airy and Harmon, were incorporated into the Village. Each area had a distinct identity that contributed to the cultural richness of the Croton-on-Hudson community. Mount Airy had remained a Quaker enclave into the 1800s but evolved in the early 1900s into a summer colony that attracted many Greenwich Village artists and writers. Poet Edna St. Vincent Millay and actress Gloria Swanson both resided in Croton-on-Hudson, and Elizabeth Duncan, sister of Isadora Duncan, founded a dance school there. Many noted members of the American Communist party lived and organized there as well. The area continued to attract writers and artists through the mid-1900s.
Harmon was founded in 1903 by Clifford Harmon with the goal of developing a rural enclave for artists, writers and musicians. The developer constructed a playhouse on Truesdale Drive, where ballets and concerts were performed, and also the Nikko Inn, which became a fashionable place for stage and government notables. Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks both lived in Harmon as did writers, journalists, teachers and college professors. By the 1920s, as the railroad expanded its services, Harmon had become a residential neighborhood for railroad workers and commuters to New York City.
Graff Sanctuary is located at Furnace Dock Road, Croton-on-Hudson, NY in Westchester County. Graff Sanctuary is a protected woodland ridge overlooking the Hudson River. Highlights of Graff Sanctuary are the mature forest with large tulip trees and sugar maples. Great horned owls nest at Graff Sanctuary.
Graff Sanctuary is a good place to enjoy hiking, birding, and scenic views over the surrounding woodland. Graff Sanctuary is a protected woodland ridge overlooking the Hudson River. Press blue button for trail maps and more about Graff Sanctuary.
Things To Do Birding | Bird Watching Nature walks Walking / Hiking
Hudson National Golf Club is located at 40 Arrowcrest Drive, Croton on Hudson, NY 10520 in Westchester County. Hudson National Golf Club opened in June of 1996 and quickly forged a national reputation around its traditional design, supreme conditioning, and spectacular Hudson River views. Celebrated architect, Tom Fazio, utilized modern construction methods to deliver a golf course right out of golf’s Golden Era.
The stone foundation and chimney of the original Hessian Hills Clubhouse, dating back to the 1920's, still remain and lies between the fourth green and fifth tee. This is where the old world meets the new. Stunning Hudson River views confront golfers during the round while the bunkers, etched into the landscape, represent the major obstacles. The fairway bunkers are strategically placed with steep vertical faces while the greenside bunkers are nestled closely to the putting surface. Press blue button for scorecard, photos and more about Hudson National Golf Club.
Golf Course Attractions Country Club 18-hole regulation length course 6955 yards / par 70 Course rating / slope = 74.5 / 146 Greens = Bent grass Walking the course = required if caddie is available Cart available if necessary Cottages available to stay and play _____________________
The Rosenthal JCC is a place of belonging, caring and sharing - inspiring vibrant Jewish and community spirit, nurturing individual potential, respecting diversity and celebrating life.
Across northern Westchester, our exceptional social, recreational, educational and cultural programs and services promote experiential learning, teamwork, artistic and intellectual exploration, the love of Jewish tradition and Israel, and pure fun - while building enduring friendships and support networks.
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Van Cortlandt Manor, situated on the banks of the Croton River in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, is a working estate and elegant country house that brings the new nation period vividly to life. The history of the estate is richly documented and the manor house contains primarily original furnishings, which provides an element of authenticity rarely seen in house museums.
A National Historic Landmark, the 18th-century stone manor house is the centerpiece of the property. It features a fine collection of Georgian and Federal period furnishings, many original to Van Cortlandt Manor. Of particular note is an extraordinary kitchen on the ground floor, with original hearth, beehive oven, and extensive collection of cooking equipment and utensils. Also on the grounds is an 18th-century tavern situated on the historic Albany Post Road at the site of a ferry crossing over the Croton River. The tavern showcases an extraordinary collection of vernacular Hudson River Valley furnishings and evokes fascinating tales of travel and transport in the post-revolutionary period.
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Attractions Children's Birthday Party Gardens Guided tours of the house and grounds Stone manor house Tenant farmer's house and tavern
The word is Great fun for the kids and children of all ages, as costumed guides demonstrate and invite visitors to try blacksmithing, brick making, open-hearth cooking and more from the past.
The Town of Cortlandt is located in the northwestern corner of Westchester County, NY. It includes two incorporated villages, Croton-on-Hudson and Buchanan. Cortlandt also includes several hamlets: Cortlandt Manor, Crompond, Crugers, Montrose and Verplanck, Lake Peekskill and a section of Mohegan Lake. The rural character of the town is defined by the Hudson River, New York City Watershed Lands, numerous wooded hills and steep slopes, wetland areas and beautiful streams.
Hendrick Hudson discovered the Hudson River in 1609, sailing his ship the Half Moon north anchoring at Verplanck’s Point. Cortlandt derived its name from the Van Cortlandt family who began purchasing land in 1677 from the Croton River north to Anthony’s Nose and east to Connecticut. Cortlandt was the site of many skirmishes during the Revolutionary War. Local Roads, such as Watch Hill and Furnace Dock Road, where the furnaces that made ammunition for the war effort were located, bear names reflecting the Revolutionary time.
In 1788 under the Township Act, Cortlandt became one of 20 townships in Westchester County with Philip Van Cortlandt as the first Supervisor. During the 19th century the railroad was extended to the area and industrialization began to occur with the hamlet of Verplanck becoming an important brickmaking center. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries the Town of Cortlandt was predominantly a rural, agricultural community with seasonal bungalow colonies serving the residents of New York City. By the 1950's Federal housing programs, combined with improvements to the road network and the railroad, led to the suburbanization of the Town, which was typical throughout New York State.
During the Revolutionary War, Lieutenant Colonel Cortlandt commanded the 2nd New York Regiment in the Continental Army. He was awarded the rank of brigadier general for gallant conduct at the siege of Yorktown under General Lafayette.
He served in both houses of the New York State Legislature and represented New York in the United States House of Representatives from 1793 until 1809. He died November 21, 1831 at Van Cortlandt Manor House in Croton in November of 1831 at the age of eighty-two. Van Cortlandt is buried at th Hillside Cemetery in Cortlandt.
Point of Interest: Philip Van Cortlandt, born August 21, 1749 was a land surveyor, land-owner and politician from Westchester County, New York. He pursued classical studies; attended Coldenham Academy and was graduated from King's College (now known as Columbia University) in 1768.
History And Antiquities The following covers "History and Antiquities", a general collection of interesting facts, traditions, biographical sketches, and anecdotes about Westchester County and its towns. When reading the following, remember to keep in mind that this information has been written about two hundred years ago. Population statistics and events have not been revised to reflect current events and perspective. We think this adds to the historical flavor and interest of the writings, giving a different perspective on much of this information and written in an "older world" writing style. "Historical Collections of the State of New York", Published by S. Tuttle, 194 Chatham-Square, 1841
Cortland - Now known as Cortlandt The surface of this town on the north is covered by the highlands, and has some lofty summits, the principal of which is the Kleberg and Anthony's nose. The town has a considerable portion of arable land. Pop. 5,592. Croton and Cortland town are small post villages.
Oscawana Island Nature Preserve is located at Furnace Dock Road, Off Route 9, Cortlandt 10567 in Westchester County. Oscawana is a natural Hudson River waterfront park that is bisected by Furnace Dock Road and the Hudson Division Railroad Line. Oscawana Island lies along the Hudson River. This is an excellent spot for birding and possibly sighting a Bald Eagle in winter. The park also has tidal marshlands frequented by Least Bittern and a newly grown forest that contains a river flowing through the mid-northern section.
To find Oscawana Island: Take Route 9 to the Montrose/Bucannan exit. Furnace Dock Road is just south of the exit on Route 9A. Take Furnace Dock Road 1.1 miles to the parking area. Listen for Least bittern near the parking area. A trail leads to the island. The main trail leads over the railroad tracks to the Hudson River.
Things To Do on Oscawana Island nature Preserve Birding Nature Walks Scenic Views
After a day of birding, hiking, nature study, and enjoying scenic views, have dinner out at one of the excellent Restaurants in Westchester, NY
The Ardsley Union Free School District is located at 500 Farm Road, Ardsley, NY 10502 in southern Westchester County less than 10 miles north of New York City. It is within an hour’s drive from Columbia University, New York University and Fordham University, and is surrounded by numerous institutions of higher education. District residents represent many occupations, professions, ethnic backgrounds and religious faiths. In addition to the students from the Village of Ardsley, students live in sections of Dobbs Ferry, Hartsdale, Hastings, Irvington, Scarsdale, and White Plains.
The Ardsley Union Free School District is comprised of the following schools:
Ardsley is primarily a suburban community. However, a small number of retail businesses and research facilities provide support for the school tax base. Ardsley’s location affords ready access to the New York State Thruway, the Saw Mill River Parkway, Route 9A and the Sprain Brook Parkway. Public bus transportation is also available.
The Ardsley School District has earned prestigious awards from the United States Department of Education. Ardsley Middle School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and the Concord Road Elementary School received the National Award for Model Professional Development. These awards signify our commitment to excellence. The evaluation teams made the following comments:
“Ardsley Middle School is a clear example of an educational community of students, educators and parents focused on providing the most appropriate level of a challenging curriculum to all students. The overall curriculum provides a picture of a purposely developed and articulated program of studies clearly designed to ensure high levels of achievement for all students.” J. Stephen O’Brien, U.S. Department of Education, Blue Ribbon Panel.
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Cedar Street Grill, serving American comfort food with an accent on Southern cusine, and artisanal beers, is located at 23 Cedar Street in Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
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Live music on Wednesdays Outdoor dining with tables for two in front of restaurant Sunday Brunch
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The word is This "charming, cozy, restaurant with ceiling fans, vintage prints, and large French style windows that open onto the street", offers a terrific menu of American comfort food made with fresh ingredients and a lot of love. "This place is great", offering "good background music", excellent service, and "great food". Open Mondays - closed on Tuesdays.
Click to read review The Cookery, serving Italian "family cooking", is located at 39 Chestnut Street, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, Westchester County.
From the owner: "We are a neighborhood restaurant dedicated to capturing the warmth of Italian comfort food while using sustainable products and keeping our prices modest. Comfortably located in Dobbs Ferry, one of Westchester’s quaintest and beautiful river towns, The Cookery has embraced the positive energy exchanged from its local patrons and uses it to fuel the quest for great food and ceaseless creativity. The neo-nostalgic Italian menu proves evident of Chef DiBari’s style of cooking which is to progressively approach simplicity."
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Saturday and Sunday Brunch Serving dinner and weekend brunch
The word is Wonderfully delicious food served in a warm and charming room, by a knowledgeable and caring wait-staff.
St. John's Riverside Hospital, Dobbs Ferry Pavilion is located at 128 Ashford Ave, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522. The Dobbs Ferry Pavilion is an outstanding health care facility offering some of the finest medical services in the region by a highly respected and renowned medical staff. And best of all, this extraordinary medical care is right in your own neighborhood!
Accredited by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations for the maximum three-year accreditation period, the Dobbs Ferry Medical Staff has over 250 physicians, surgeons and specialists to care for a patient's needs.
Every area of the facility uses the latest in Biomedical Equipment, including CT Scanning, Mammography, real-time color-flow Doppler, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Cardiac Monitors and Defibrillators, computerized Lab Testing, Anesthesia Machines, Specialty Surgical Equipment such as Storz Laparoscopic Surgery sets with 3-chip cameras and a variety of operating scopes, Orthopedic Surgical Setups and patient-controlled Analgesia.
We offer a number of Special Programs including:
Stress Testing Stress Testing is a vital diagnostic tool in the care of the heart. The stress or exercise test is used to see how the heart performs when it is asked to work harder. While the patient is walking, he is connected to EKG equipment so that the heart rate and rhythm can be monitored.
Another type of stress test is a medication-induced stress test. If a patient is unable to walk, a medication (persantine) may be given to produce the effect on the heart as though the patient were exercising.
To make the stress test more specific, a Myocardial Perfusion Imaging stress test may be performed. This test involves an injection of a small amount of radioactive material (MYOVIEW or Thallium) which circulates in the bloodstream and shows if your heart muscle is receiving adequate blood supply under stress and/or rest conditions.
Anesthesia Services Anesthesia Services are provided by a large group of highly educated, trained and experienced Board Certified specialists, who also provide the same services at a number of other first-rate health care facilities.
General Services In addition to these outstanding programs and services, the Hospital also provides:
Inpatient Medical-Surgical and Intensive Care Units 24-hour Emergency Department 24-hour Laboratory and Radiology Services Ultrasound & Nuclear Medicine Services Inpatient & Out-patient Physical Therapy Inpatient & Out-patient EKG & EEG Services Ambulatory Surgery Wellness Wednesday - Free Education and Screening programs each Wednesday (see community calendar) Nutrition Counseling - Inpatient & Out-patient Diabetic Support Group (meets monthly) Homecare Services Military Health Services
Dobbs Ferry is a charming historic town located along the Hudson River in Westchester County, approximately 20 miles north of New York City. The name of Dobbs Ferry is derived from Jeremiah Dobbs, a fisherman, who in 1698 hollowed out a log and started the first river ferry.
Recent archaeological excavations near Wicker's Creek have recently established that Dobbs Ferry was inhabited at least four thousand years ago, before the first European contact.
The Weckquaesgeek Indians, a branch of the Mohican tribe of the Algonquin nation, later inhabited Dobbs Ferry. Due to Dobbs Ferry's close proximity to the Hudson, fresh fish was available in addition to game and various crops such as planted pumpkins and beans that sustained the inhabitants of this area.
Henry Hudson's explorations in 1609 opened the area to Dutch settlements. By 1629, the Dutch West India Company was issuing grants requiring settlers to acquire the land from the Native Americans. By the late 1600's, the land became part of the vast Philipse Manor. "Vreedrych Felypse, an immigrant carpenter from Holland who became a successful New Amsterdam trader, purchased the territory bounded by Spuyten Duyvil, the Hudson, the Croton and the Bronx Rivers. When the British conquered New Amsterdam, Felypse anglicized his name to Frederick Philipse, and in 1693 received a Royal Charter confirming him as Lord of the Manor of Philipsborough."
The Philipse family owned this area for several generations. However, during the Revolution, the third lord of the Philipse Family remained loyal to the King and was forced to flee. His land was confiscated by the State and sold mostly to former tenant farmers who had supported the patriot cause. Many historic properties, such as Washington Irving's Sunnyside Historic Site were part of the original Philipseburg Farm.
During the Revolution, this area was the ground for many battles. On September 30, 1778, at Edgars Lane, American militia ambushed and destroyed an eighty-man Hessian patrol. In 1781, the Dobbs Ferry shoreline and Sneden's Landing were fortified to prevent the British fleet from disabling American and French supply lines. American fire from the Dobbs Ferry Redoubt sank the warship HMS Savage that had been attacking American supply sloops off Tarrytown. Also, original manuscripts of General George Washington state that Washington met at Dobbs Ferry with French allies the Comte de Rochambeau and the Comte de Grasse at this location to plan the Battle of Yorktown that ended the war with Great Britain. Historians have long debated whether this meeting took place at present day Dobbs Ferry or at the ferry location directly opposite on the Hudson River. However, a monument stands in Dobbs Ferry at Livingston Manor, the site of the claimed 1781 meeting.
During the 1830s New York City was in dire need of a fresh water supply to combat the steady rise of disease and to fight numerous fires that often engulfed large tracts of businesses and homes. Construction of an unprecedented magnitude began in 1837 under the expertise of John Bloomfield Jervis. The proposed plan called for a 41-mile aqueduct and dam to be built in order to run water from the Croton River to New York City. The Croton Aqueduct was completed in 1842 and passed through the center of what is now the Dobbs Ferry central business district. Press: Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park for more information.
The growth of this area was further stimulated by the advent of the steamboat and later in the 1880s by the building of the railroad. The advent of the railroad had a large impact on the growth of Dobbs Ferry. The railroad stimulated growth and industry in most towns running along the banks of the Hudson River.
By the end of the 19th century, the region had attracted wealthy New Yorkers who established large estates. The newspaper tycoon Henry Villard settled within Dobbs Ferry. The homes of the Vanderbilts, the Goulds, Rockefellers, and others were built nearby.
In the last half of the nineteenth century, Westchester's proximity to New York City, its transportation systems, and its available labor force attracted many manufacturing concerns, particularly along the Hudson River. Peekskill and Croton continued to be centers for the iron industry and Dobbs Ferry along with its neighboring towns continued to prosper and grow.
The Dobbs Ferry Public Library is located at 55 Main Street, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522.
Brief History about Dobbs Ferry Public Library In 1899, the Dobbs Ferry Free Library and Reading Room was organized under the " Women's Christian. Temperance Union." The small collection of books gathered by the ladies was placed in the front parlor of a home on lower Main Street. Mrs. Pearse, the wife of the owner, acted as librarian. Situated in what was then the very center of town, she kept the library open every day, and allowed books to circulate for two weeks.
In 1909 the library was granted and Association Charter by the State Board of Regents, as the Dobbs Ferry Free Library. It moved into the ground floor of 153 Main Street, which also housed the William McKinley Free Kindergarten on the top floor. Miss Louise Miller, the kindergarten teacher and her assistant ran the library during the afternoon and evening.
After Mrs. Brown's death in 1951, Col. Brown donated the building, in her memory, to the Village; at which time it was remodeled. A Children's Room was established on the second floor. It was not until 1957 that the Dobbs Ferry Free Library was re-chartered and became the Dobbs Ferry Public Library. The growing library collection soon outgrew its space.
Today, the Dobbs Ferry Free Library is located in a new building, with its distinctive Clock Tower, and is more than twice the size of the old library. It has a separate Children's Room; an Adult Reading Room; a large Meeting Room/Art Gallery; Conference Room and a terrace with Hudson River views.
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The Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District is located at 505 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 in Westchester County. Dobbs Ferry schools are located in the quiet hamlet of Dobbs Ferry, just 20 miles north of New York City. The Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District is comprised of the following schools:
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Click to read review Doubleday's Restaurant & Sports Grille, serving Traditional American food, is located at 83 Main Street, Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, in one of the Hudson River Towns of Westchester County.
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Open late
The word is Locals love Doubleday's for great burgers and pub food.
Dunkin' Donuts, a coffee shop, located at 1 Southfield Ave, 400 Ashford Plaza, Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, Westchester County, sells donuts, coffee beverages, bagels, breakfast sandwiches and other baked goods.
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The word is The coffee is good, but before eating anything from a Dunkin' Donuts Store, you may want to check the Nutrition Catalog page on their website. Select a product (donut, muffin, etc.) and click to see the ingredients, including preservatives. Many cakes, cookies, and even sandwiches have a high calorie content, high saturated fat content, artificial flavors, and preservatives.
Greenburgh Hebrew Center is a traditional, Conservative egalitarian congregation with over 400 member families. GHC is located in the village of Dobbs Ferry in the New York metropolitan area, in lower Westchester County. It is the mission of Greenburgh Hebrew Center to promote the perpetuation of Judaism from generation to generation and to serve as a focal point for Jewish life in the community.
Click to read review The Half Moon is located at 1 High Street in Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, in one of the Hudson River Towns of Westchester County.
The word is Attractive restaurant with an upscale vibe and breathtaking views of the Hudson River; have a before dinner drink on the outside patio overlooking the Hudson; enjoy a few small plates; service is unpredictable.
Harper’s Bar & Restaurant, a contemporary interpretation of the American tavern, is located at 92 Main Street, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 in Westchester County. Harper's offers seasonal menus that features locally sourced products.
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Farm-To-Table cuisine Outdoor dining on patio Saturday and Sunday brunch
The word is "Another great find in Dobbs Ferry", where "we loved the music, the atmosphere, and the food." "Great place to go for fabulous farm to table food."
Mercy College is a New York metropolitan area college of nearly 10,000 students from all walks of life studying at 5 campuses and a robust online campus. The main campus is in Dobbs Ferry, and branch campuses are in the Bronx, Manhattan, White Plains and Yorktown. In addition, Mercy operates access centers in several neighborhoods in Westchester County and New York City. The College was established in 1950 by the Sisters of Mercy to give the opportunity for higher education to young women who wouldn't otherwise have access to the advantages of a college education. In 1969, it became co-ed and nonsectarian, boldly reaching out to its surrounding communities. Our mission, to make available the transformational power of a postsecondary education to people who would not otherwise have the opportunity, has remained strong through all the growth and change of the last 55 years.
Locations Come and visit any one of our five campuses; talk to students and faculty, and find out for yourself how Mercy College is changing the face of higher education with its commitment to both access and excellence. Mercy College has campuses at the following locations:
Bronx Mercy Online Dobbs Ferry Manhattan White Plains Yorktown
Today we offer a quality liberal arts undergraduate education as well as master's degree programs in several professional areas: health professions, business, counseling/psychology, and teacher training, to students during the day, evenings, weekends, and online, so that they can fit our rigorous education into their lives. We offer tremendous financial support, so that the cost of college is not a barrier to success; and we offer learning support, access to robust technology and counseling, academic, career and personal, to help our students achieve the level of success they dream about. Our student body is primarily commuter students, whose overriding similarity is that they pursue their dream of higher education while continuing to work and support families. They are overwhelmingly the first in their families to achieve a college education, and they are African American, Asian, Caucasian, Latino, ranging in age from 18 to 80, with the average age of undergraduates being 27. Balancing their responsibilities and education, it takes most of them more than the traditional four years to complete their baccalaureate, and when they finish they take their place in industry, banking, the social services, health professions and teaching. Many continue on to graduate school - Mercy's own and schools such as University of Michigan, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, NYU, and Fordham. Press blue button for the Mercy College website.
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park is located at 15 Walnut Street, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 in Westchester County.
A Bit of History During the 1830s New York City was in dire need of a fresh water supply to combat the steady rise of disease and to fight numerous fires that often engulfed large tracts of businesses and homes. After numerous proposals and an abandoned plan two years into its production, construction of an unprecedented magnitude began in 1837 under the expertise of John Bloomfield Jervis. The proposed plan called for a 41 mile aqueduct and dam to be built in order to run water from the Croton River to New York City. Three to four thousand workers, mostly Irish immigrants earning up to $1.00 per day, completed the masonry marvel in just five years. In 1842 water flowed into above ground reservoirs located at the present sites of the New York Public Library and the Great Lawn of Central Park. Throngs of people attended the formal celebration held on October 14th and celebrated with "Croton cocktails" - a mix of Croton water and lemonade.
In 1968, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation purchased 26.2 miles of the original 41 mile aqueduct from New York City. Presently, Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park is a linear park which runs from Van Cortlandt Park at the Bronx County/City of Yonkers border to the Croton Dam in Cortlandt. In 1987 a section was reopened to supply the Town of Ossining and in 1992 the Old Croton Aqueduct was awarded National Historic Landmark Status.
The scenic path over the underground aqueduct winds through urban centers and small communities. It passes near numerous historic sites, preserves, a museum highlighting the construction of the Aqueduct, and many homes. The Aqueduct’s grassy ceiling provides abundant recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. While primarily for walking and running, parts of the trail are suitable for horseback riding, biking (except during “mud season”), bird watching, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing.
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Things To Do at Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park Biking Birding Bridle Path Hiking Interpretive Signs Nature Trails Self Guided Tours
The Red Monkey Theater Group is located at 22 Main Street #2 in Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522. Founded in 1999, the Red Monkey Theater Group (RMTG) is a non-profit performing arts company dedicated to enriching local communities through the cultivation, creation, and presentation of live theater.
Through innovative staging, original music, and the talent and dedication of accomplished actors, each production offers performers and audience members a chance to share in a live theatrical exploration of powerful themes and provocative questions. Press blue button for reviews, current and upcoming Productions, and the Red Monkey Theater Group website.
Click to read review Sam's Italian Restaurant, serving Italian cuisine family style, is located at 128 Main Street, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 in one of the charming River Towns of Westchester County.
The word is This "red sauce Italian is an old time Dobbs Ferry institution" serving "good food, generous portions at moderate prices".
Click to read review Scaramella's, a family friendly Italian restaurant, is located at 1 Southfield Ave, Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, Westchester County in the Hudson Valley.
The word is "Don't let the strip mall location put you off" at this casual, reliable local Italian serving "excellent food" with "lots of delicious specials" and "good size portions".
At Starbucks you can customize you beverage by requesting it be made with whole, skim, soy or, in the U.S., even organic milk." Press blue button for nutrition information and more.
Stop & Shop - Dobbs Ferry is located at 390 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, Westchester County. Press blue button to learn if your Stop & Shop has a pharmacy, floral department, and more about your local Stop & Shop.
Many of your favorite foods are Healthy Ideas - just look for the Healthy Ideas symbol on over 5000+ items throughout the store to know you're making truly healthy choices when you shop.
Food allergy or food intolerance? Allergen statements on our Stop & Shop brand products. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires food labels to indicate if the product contains any of the "Big 8" allergens (wheat, soy, milk, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, and eggs). In addition, Stop & Shop brand products list gluten if it is present in the food or could be present due to cross-contamination.
Click to read review Tomatillo Restaurant, serving Mexican food, is located at 13 Cedar Street, Dobbs Ferry NY 10522, in one of the River Towns of southern Westchester County.
From the owners: "Our menu draws mainly from Mexico, but many of our fresh, seasonal ingredients come right from the Hudson Valley, including organic produce from the Stone Barns Center. We make everything fresh, from the rainbow chips to the guacamole. Build your own burrito or go with a favorite. Our goal is to be inventive and healthy, delicious and affordable."
Click to read review Comfort, American cuisine with burger options, is located at 583 Warburton Ave, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706, in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
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Live Music (call for schedule)
The word is Comfort food no longer has organic options. "If you are looking for a great place to eat delicious food, this is a very good option", however, "if you are looking for a healthy organic/vegan restaurant, then I would keep searching."
Click to read review Harvest on Hudson, serving Mediterranean cuisine, is located at 1 River Street in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706 in Westchester County.
From the owner: "Harvest On Hudson is located in the village of Hastings On Hudson – right on the Hudson River in Westchester, NY. Harvest On Hudson offers patio dining, an outside bar, an organic vegetable and herb garden, stone fireplace, a classy bar and lounge, view of the sunset over the Palisades, and more. Chef Vincent Barcelona creates authentic gourmet Italian cuisine, inspired by our fully-functional garden and local produce."
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Fireplace Hudson River views Live Music (Call for schedule) Waterfront dining
The word is Attractive dining room, offering a stone fireplace and beautiful views of the Hudson River, serving excellent food.
Saint Andrew's Golf Club is located at 10 Old Jackson Avenue, Hastings-On-Hudson, NY 10706. Saint Andrew’s members play on a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course laid out on the same rolling Westchester County site to which the club moved in 1897. In explaining the philosophy behind his design, Nicklaus said, “I must think back to the way they’d build a course at the turn of the century, visualize that and then try to build that vision to modern standards.”
One of the most appealing aspects of The Saint Andrew’s Golf Club is its close proximity to New York City. Saint Andrew’s is located near the quaint river town of Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. Press blue button for more about golfing at Saint Andrew's Golf Club.
Golf Course Attractions Golf only facility 18 hole regulation length course Back tees = 6670 yards / par 71 Course and slope rating from member tees 73.6 / 145 Greens = Bent grass Guests = Recipricol _____________________
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Eileen Fisher Lab Store is located at 1 Bridge Street, Irvington, NY 10533 in Westchester County. "Great design is at the heart of Eileen Fisher. It is an idea brought to life through clean lines, simple shapes and sensual fabrics. Great design is clothing in context, made to fit both our bodies and our lives."
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The Irvington Town Hall Theater is located at 85 Main Street, Irvington, New York 10533. The Irvington Town Hall Theater was built in 1902 in the Classic Revival Style. Designed by A. J. Manning and patterned after the Ford Theater in Washington, DC, the Theater is a multipurpose concert hall/music theater located on the entire third floor of Town Hall in downtown Irvington, New York. The 432-seat theater features an orchestra, mezzanine, balcony and six gold leafed boxes, a proscenium stage and thrust complete with five backstage dressing rooms. Theater patrons sit in intimate ambiance. Gleaming white columns and Ionic capitals set off the warm ivory interior. The walls are wainscoted in warm oak. Victorian chandeliers and sconces were copied from the originals, during the restoration to its original elegance in 1980. A plush red stage curtain and a forty-two foot high skylight complete the setting. Architecturally significant, the Theater is listed on the national Register of Historic Places.
With pleasing proportions and marvelous acoustics, the Theater has been touted as “one of the finest municipal halls in eastern New York State” by Alvah French, History of Westchester County, “A jewel of a theater on the Hudson” by Robert Sherman NYTimes and “Acoustically superb” by Lou Cevetillo Opera Critic, Gannett Newspapers.
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History of Irvington "The Village of Irvington was incorporated April 16, 1872. The territory of the village was part of the Bissightick track of the Van der Donck grant purchased by Frederick Phillipse in 1682. In 1817, Justice Dearman bought half of William Dutcher's farm and lived there until 1848 when it was sold to Gustavo F. Sanchi. In the same year, it was sold to John Jay, grandson of Justice John Jay, who arranged for it to be laid out in lots as the Village of Dearman. The lots were sold at public auction in New York City in 1850; the village of Dearman was formed. In 1854, Dearman, by popular vote, changed its name to "Irvington," honoring its beloved citizen, Washington Irvington, author of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle". Works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, who also lived here, can be seen in the town hall, library and the Irvington Presbyterian Church." Source for Irvington Government and History: Irvington Town website
The Hudson, From, The Wilderness To The Sea, 1866 "Close by Sunnyside is one of those marvelous villages with which America abounds: it has sprung up like a mushroom, and bears the name of Irvington, in compliment to the late master of Sunnyside. A dozen years ago not a solitary house was there, excepting that of Mr. Dearman, the farmer who owned the land. Piermont, directly opposite, was then the sole eastern terminus of the great New York and Erie Railway, and here seemed to be an eligible place for a village, as the Hudson River Railway was then almost completed. Mr. Dearman had one surveyed upon his lands; street were marked out, village lots were measured and defined; sales at enormous prices, which enriched the owner, were made, and now upon that farm, in pleasant cottages, surrounded by neat gardens, several hundred inhabitants are dwelling. One of the most picturesque of the station-houses upon the Hudson River Railway is there, and a ferry connects the village with Piermont. Morning and evening, when the trains depart for and arrive from New York, many handsome vehicles may be seen there.
"Less than a mile below Irvington, and about half way between that village and Dobbs's Ferry, is the beautiful estate of Nevis, the home and property of the Honourable James A. Hamilton, eldest surviving son of the celebrated General Alexander Hamilton, one of the founders of the republic of the United States. It stands on the brow of the river slope, in the midst of a charming lawn, that extends from the highway to the Hudson, a distance of half a mile, and commands some of the finest and most extensive views of that portion of the river. The mansion is large, and its interior elegant. It presents many attractions to the lover of literature and art, aside from the delightful social atmosphere with which it is filled. There may be seen the library of General Hamilton, one of the choicest and most extensive in the country at the time of his death. There, too, may be seen a portrait of Washington, by Stuart, painted for General Hamilton, in 1798, when in expectation of a war with France, the United States organised a provisional government, and appointed him acting commanding general under the ex-president (Washington), who consented to be the chief." Source The Hudson, From, The Wilderness To The Sea Author: Benson John Lossing Publisher: Virtue and Yorston, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., March,1866
History and Antiquities The following covers "History and Antiquities", a general collection of interesting facts, traditions, biographical sketches, and anecdotes about Westchester County and its towns. When reading the following, remember to keep in mind that this information was written approximately two hundred years ago. Population statistics and events have not been revised to reflect current events and perspective. We think this adds to the historical flavor and interest of the writings, giving a different perspective on much of this information and written in an "older world" writing style. "Historical Collections of the State of New York", Published by S. Tuttle, 194 Chatham-Square, 1841
Irvington "Irvington, 50.8 m. (175 alt., 2,759 pop.), named for Washington Irving, is another metropolitan suburb ringed by wooded estates. Near the northern end of the village is (R) the Anna E. Poth Home for convalescent and aged members of the Companions of the Forest of America. The ornate brick mansion, hidden by a wall, was built in 1918 by Mrs. C. J. Walker (1867-1919), a pioneer Negro businesswoman. About 1905, when Mrs. Walker was a laundress in St. Louis, Missouri, she concocted a preparation to straighten tightly curled hair that revolutionized the appearance of members of her race. In 1910, she settled in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she established the Mme. C. J. Walker factory and laboratories for the manufacture of various cosmetics, and opened a training school for her agents and beauty culturists. Here interests were wide; in time her sales agents were acting as organizers of social welfare clubs and were carrying on educational propaganda of all kinds among Negroes. She eventually moved to New York and as 'Madame C. J. Walker of New York and Paris' became a leader in Harlem activities. A year after this house had been completed she died, leaving an estate worth more than $1,000,000, two-thirds of which went to educational institutions and charities. The house still contains her ivory-and-gold pipe organ, her tapestries, and some of her imported gold and ivory furniture.
"Odell Inn (R), just south of the Main St. traffic booth, built about 1693, is now the superintendent's cottage of the Murray estate. When the Albany Post Road was opened in 1723, the one-and-a-half-story stone dwelling became a favorite stage stop. On August 31, 1776, the Committee of Safety of the State Convention met in the inn, then occupied by Jonathan Odell. Two months later the British took vengeance on Odell by destroying 1,000 bushels of his wheat, killing his hogs, cutting down his orchard, and carrying him off to a New York prison. In 1785 Odell bought the house and 463 acres from the Commissioners of Forfeiture, keeping the inn until his death in 1818."
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Matthiessen Park is set along the Hudson River in the Village of Irvington-on-Hudson, New York. Relax, wade in the water (small beachfront), picnic, look out at the Tappan Zee Bridge, or bring the children to play in the park.
Matthiessen Park is also the location of Irvington's Riverside Concerts and Movies held in the summer.
Things To Do at Matthiessen Park Bocce Court Horse Shoe Pits Picnic Tables, Barbecue Pits Playground Shuffle Board Courts Spray Pool Volleyball Net
Stroll in the park, look out over the Hudson and enjoy the scenic view, watch the kids play in the playground, try some shuffle board. When it's time to eat, have lunch or dinner at one of the excellent restaurants in Irvington, a charming River Town in Westchester County.
Directions Matthiessen Park can be reached by going south on Main Street and making a right onto North Astor Street. At the end of North Astor Street, make a left turn onto Bridge Street.
Memorial Park is located at Dows Lane, Irvington-on-Hudson, NY 10533, a River Town in Westchester County.
Things To Do at Memorial Park Ballfields (2) Fitness Par Course Multi-use Field Picnic Tables Playground Spray Pool Tennis Courts (Three Illuminated Tennis Courts) Walking
Ardsley Country Club is located at North Mountain Drive, Ardsley-on-Hudson, NY 10503 in the Hudson River Valley. Ardsley Country Club overlooks the majestic Hudson River. From New York City, it is a quick commute 20 miles up the Saw Mill River Parkway to the rolling hills that surround the club. A 40 minute train ride from Grand Central Station on the Metro North Hudson Line brings you to the picturesque Ardsley-on-Hudson train station; from there is is only minutes to the clubhouse.
The 18-hole par 72 golf course winds through stately Ardsley-on-Hudson, capitalizing on the natural beauty and diversity of its flatlands, rolling hills and rock outcroppings so typical of Westchester County. The greens are very fast and undulating, and the terrain is extremely hilly. This club has been listed by the USGA as one of the first 100 clubs established in the U.S. Press blue button for course layout, scorecard, or more about Ardsley Country Club.
Golf Course Attractions Country Club 18-hole regulation length course Back tee = 6545 yards / par 71 Course rating / slope = 72.6 / 138 Bent grass _____________________
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Click to read review Red Hat on River, billed as a French Bistro, is located at One Bridge Street, Irvington-on-Hudson NY 10533, Westchester County. "This French bistro-inspired eatery is housed in a hundred-year-old factory building that has been transformed to feature an uninterrupted, 180 degree view of the Hudson River."
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Live Music Organic, line caught, and sustainable raised options Waterfront dining at the bank of the Hudson River
The word is Beautiful restaurant with amazing waterfront views; on a good weather day, dine outside or have drinks on the rooftop lounge or patio and take in the magnificent views of the Hudson River. Lunch or dinner, the food is excellent, with many organic and grass-fed options. Fabulous!
Scenic Hudson Park at Irvington Irvington, Westchester County Hudson River Valley, New York State
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The transformation of Irvington's waterfront is one of Scenic Hudson's most dramatic success stories. This former industrial site is now a peaceful riverfront oasis just 12 miles north of New York City. At this site, 12-acres of contaminated soil and blacktop along the Hudson River have been transformed into a public park with views of the Manhattan skyline, Palisades and Tappan Zee Bridge.
The Scenic Hudson Land Trust saved the land from proposed residential development. The restoration and creation of the park was achieved through a partnership involving our land trust, the Village of Irvington and New York State. Today, the park is managed by the Village of Irvington Parks and Recreation Department.
Things To Do at Irvington Scenic Hudson Park BallFields (Two regulation ballfields) Basketball Court (Lighted) Boat Launch (Nonmotorized, car-topped craft) Playgrounds (2) Riverfront promenade Scenic Views Senior Center Walking Paths
Directions From Interstate 287 exit 9, take Route 9 south for 1.6 miles. At traffic light, turn right on Main Street. Continue to end. Right on North Astor Street. Left on Bridge Street. Cross railroad tracks. Follow Bridge Street to the left. Park is on right, past Bridge Street Properties.
After a day of kayaking, walking, watching the children play; when its time to eat select one of the many excellent restaurants in Irvington or eat out in one of the other beautiful River Towns in Westchester, New York.
V. E. Macy Park is a 172-acre park centrally located at Saw Mill River Road, Irvington, New York. The park is actually divided into three distinct areas with slightly different atmospheres. One part functions as a local park with ballfields, a playground, comfort station and picnic pavilion. Another includes Woodlands Lake, fishing, ice skating, access to the South County Trailway, and 500 feet of the former Putnam Division Railroad. The final area is largely undeveloped.
The Great Hunger Memorial “A section of V. E. Macy Park has been renamed so that the history of the Irish who fled to Westchester in the 1840s to escape poverty and famine will never be forgotten".
Point of Interest: The Great Hunger Memorial
Things To Do Fishing Great Hunger Memorial Picnicking Playground
The mountain bike trail system, at Graham Hills Park in Mount Pleasant, offers cyclists a day of fresh air and exercise in a wooded and natural environment. The trails total about five miles in distance and are geared toward experienced riders. The route winds through the many diverse habitats of this beautiful 431-acre park.
Hiking and Mountain Biking Trails Five miles in distance and are geared toward advanced bikers. The trails are mostly single track, and can be used in both directions.
Graham Hills Park is located in Mount Pleasant, Westchester County. Graham Hills, a one-time hamlet and station on the Putnam Railroad, takes its name from Dr. Isaac Gilbert Graham, a Revolutionary War army surgeon, who settled there circa 1785.
Graham Hills features about five miles of bike trails geared toward experienced riders. The route winds through the many diverse habitats of this beautiful 431-acre park. The trails are mostly single track, and can be used in both directions.
Things To Do Biking Trails - Five (5) miles of biking trails (advanced bikers) Hiking Trails Nature Study
The Barn at Sundial Farm is unique in its offerings and location! We’re located in the heart of Westchester County, and pride ourselves in providing unique pieces for your home and garden; as advertised: “Remarkable” home furnishings, antiques, outdoor furniture and garden décor, lighting, housewares, glassware and ceramics, linens, jewelry and a fabulous handbag collection. We feature a wide selection of pieces from virtually every era, including antique, Danish Modern, Deco, Mid-Century Modern, retro, Phoenix, Eames, ‘50’s, ‘60’s, Atomic, et al.
We’re open April thru November – but encourage and welcome any and all inquiries about specific items on our website, all of which are available for viewing by appointment, off-season sale and pick up. We continue to collect and offer new items on an ongoing basis. Press blue button for more information and for photographs on our website.
You’ll find hundreds and hundreds of items dramatically presented in a magnificent barn (circa 1780) and seven horse stalls. And please see our dedicated website for more about historic Sundial Farm where you'll find beautiful perennials and annuals for sale, in season.
Blueberry Pond Theatre Ensemble is the only professional theatre company in Westchester County whose season consists solely of original work, and as such we fill a unique place in the community and indeed in the tri-state area. The company is developing cutting-edge, provocative works in an ensemble process involving actors, directors, and writers.
The Ensemble had its origin in the summer of 2001 at the Croton-on-Hudson estate of Blueberry Pond, the residence of Stephan Summa, a businessman, and Jean-Paul DeVellard, a writer, food critic and playwright. According to Mr. DeVellard, "We knew a group of very talented artists, and my idea was to bring them together as the nucleus of a theatrical ensemble along the lines of the original Actors Studio. We all knew playwrights, actors, directors, that it would take a cooperative effort to bring our dream of original and bold and indeed provocative theater to life. Our commitment is to creative cooperation and support for new and exciting visions which reflect the world in which we live."
The Briarcliff-Peekskill Trailway is a 12-mile linear park that runs from the Town of Ossining north to the Westchester County's Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill. The trail is built on land originally acquired in 1929 by the Westchester Parkway Commission for the construction of the Briarcliff Peekskill Parkway.
Construction of the parkway, however, was confined to an area between Route 117 in Pleasantville and the New York State National Guard Armory in Ossining. In 1977, the remaining right-of-way was re-designated a trailway. The trailway affords walkers many beautiful vistas along the way, including views of water cascading over the magnificent stone spillway at the county's Croton Gorge Park and a view of the Hudson River from the 560-foot high Spitzenberg Mountain at Blue Mountain Reservation. The location map to the left shows the general location of the pathway. Larger scale maps on the reverse detail the pathway alignment, access points, and local roads and nearby landmarks and parking areas. The Briarcliff-Peekskill Trailway is one element of the county's extensive trail system that also includes the North County Trailway, South County Trailway and the Bronx River Pathway.
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Please Note Biking is NOT permitted on the Briarcliff-Peekskill Trailway.
"Kitchawan Preserve is a 208-acre natural preserve bordered by the New York City reservoir property and the North County Trailway, which runs along the eastern edge. The park features native woodland and open fields, where butterflies and migrating birds can be seen in abundance in late spring.
"Kitchawan, located on the Croton Reservoir, was a former research facility of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Hikers can find remnants of old stone walls that typically divided crop fields and private properties a century ago."
Things To Do at Kitchawan Preserve Biking Birding Hiking Nature Study
Winter Activities Winter recreational area
The word is Before going to the preserve, press blue button and print a trail map from westchestergov.com. Although dogs are only allowed on leash, many dogs on the trails are off leash.
After a day of birding, hiking, nature study, or viewing the beautiful scenery, enjoy dinner out at one of the excellent Restaurants in Westchester, NY.
Hudson Hills Golf Course is located at 400 Croton Dam Road in Ossining, New York 10562. Hudson Hills is a 7,000 yard, par 71 championship golf course that takes full advantage of its setting in the Hudson River Valley. Perched atop the first tee, golfers are treated to a beautiful vista, with nearly one third of the golf course in view. But don’t be too distracted by the beauty of this hilly countryside, because strategically placed golf shots are paramount to mastering Hudson Hills.
Golfers can choose to play from any of the four sets of tees, measuring from 5,100 yards to nearly 7,000 yards. Hudson Hills golf course entertains golfers with beauty and challenge, and gives them the unique opportunity to use every club in the bag. Press blue button for tee times, golf rates, golf tournaments, scorecard and more.
Golf Course Attractions Golf only facility 18-hole regulation length course Black tees = 6935 yards with a par of 71 Course rating / slope = 73.7 / 139 _____________________
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Audubon International Hudson Hills Golf Course is enrolled in Audubon International's Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses to ensure that the course helps to protect our local environment, conserve natural resources, and provide wildlife habitats.
Ossining is located in the western part of Westchester County, NY and borders the Hudson River. In 1685, Frederick Philipse bought what later became the Town of Ossining from the Sint Sinck Indians, members of the Wappinger Confederacy. This land formed part of the vast Frederick Philpse landholdings. The Manor of Philipsburg extended from Spuyten Duyvil Creek to the Croton River. All of Colonel Philpse's land was confiscated by the state in 1779 because he was a Loyalist during the Revolutionary War. Subsequently, many former landowners bought their farms from the state.
In 1813 the Village of Sing Sing, now Ossining, became the first incorporated village in Westchester County. In 1845 the Town of "Ossinsing" was created from the section of the Town of Mount Pleasant that contained Sing Sing, Sparta, and Scarborough. This new town was called Ossinsing, a different form of Sing Sing. In 1846, the following year, the name was shortened to Ossining which was easier to pronounce. In 1901, local officials changed the name of the village from Sing Sing to Ossining to avoid confusing village-made goods with products (such as shoes and stoves) made at Sing Sing prison.
Founded in 1950 and dedicated to promoting the awareness and appreciation of dance throughout all the communities of Westchester County, New York, the Westchester Ballet Company has become known for excellence in performance and dance education. As The New York Times recently observed, "the company has flourished since 1986 under the artistic direction of Beth Fritz-Logrea and Jean Logrea."
The Westchester Ballet Company, which celebrated 50 years of dance in the year 2000, is one of the oldest community ballet companies in the United States. In 1950 Iris Merrick, a former student of Michel Fokine and soloist with the English Opera Company, established the Scarborough Children's Ballet Theatre, which officially became known as Westchester Ballet Company in 1954. Over the years Merrick's school developed a fine reputation in the County for artistic discipline and regular professional performances. Under her direction the Company's annual productions of The Nutcracker were staged at the Scarborough School's Beechwood Theatre and at the County Center in White Plains.
The Westchester Ballet Company members may join as student dancers as young as age 8 and progress by audition through the junior company and apprentice levels until they are accepted into the senior company. Training at the Company's school, the Logrea Dance Academy, is rigorous, emphasizing the development of strength and flexibility and the cultivation of artistic expression. Dancers receive instruction in healthy nutrition and safety. Senior company members participate in the nation's most prestigious summer training programs and festivals.
Our annual Nutcracker performance at the Westchester County Center features a cast of over 125 dancers and guest artists, with exquisite choreography, many special effects, and lavish costumes and scenery. Other ballets in the Company's repertoire include Peter and the Wolf, Coppelia, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Pas de Quatre, Les Sylphides, Graduation Ball, and Aurora's Wedding. Our dancers' dedication, discipline, and artistic expression are acclaimed by audiences of all ages. The Company's Board of Directors works closely with the artistic directors to provide Westchester audiences with professionally produced ballet performances at an affordable price, and to offer financial support to County students who seek professional training. Also in Category Attractions | Places To Go Children | Kids - Attractions | Places To Go Children | Kids - Performing Arts Classical Music | Jazz | Philharmonic | Popular Dance | Classical Ballet | Contemporary Ballet Dance, Theatre, Music
Click to read review 12 Grapes Music and Wine Bar, serving New American cuisine, is located at 12 North Division Street in Peekskill, NY 10566 in northern Westchester County.
From the owner: "A little bit of SOHO in historic downtown Peekskill."
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Event Calendar Live Music Sunday Brunch
The word is Go for the live music, the drinks are pricey and the food needs to improve.
Beach Shopping Center is located at Route 6 and Dayton Lane, Peekskill, NY 10566 in Westchester County. This shopping center offers a Super Stop & Shop, CVS, fitness center, restaurants, fast food, clothing stores and more. Press blue button for an up-to-date list of stores.
Bean Runner Cafe, serving Panini sandwiches, wraps, soup, desserts and real fruit smoothies, is located at 201 South Division Street, Peekskill, NY 10566 in northern Westchester County.
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Art gallery Children's play room Live Jazz every weekend Outdoor dining on patio
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The word is Checkout the Jazz schedule at Bean Runner, where you'll hear live Jazz, Blues, and Reggae.
Birdsall House, an American tavern serving Farm-To-Table cuisine and a 20-tap draft system specializing in local brews, is located at 970 Main Street, Peekskill, NY 10566 in northern Westchester County.
From the owner: "Established in 2010 by Tim Reinke (co-owner of the Blind Tiger Ale House and Gleason's) and John Sharp (Gleason's), the Birdsall House quickly became a destination for craft beer and locally sourced cuisine (some from our own garden!) in the Hudson Valley. Chef March Walker's culinary talents perfectly compliment the gastropub's beer-centric beverage program. The Birdsall House Beer Garden opened in 2011 offering patio dining and picnic tables for groups to congregate and socialize over a pint. We look forward to your visit. Cheers."
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Craft Beer Gastropub Events Happy Hour Late Hours Live Music Local vegetables and herbs, and pasture raised ground beef Organic Options Outdoor dining on patio Serving lunch and dinner Sunday Brunch
The word is The "food is creative, delicious and locally sourced". "Going to the Birdsall House was an incredible eating experience" and the mostly local 20-tap beer selections are sure to satisfy serious beer enthusiasts.
The Blue Mountain Bike Trail is located at the Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill. Cyclists can enjoy a day of fresh air and exercise in a safe and controlled environment. The trails total seven miles in distance and are geared toward three levels of skill. You can choose the level that best suits you. The trails wind through many diverse habitats of this beautiful 1538-acre park. Along the route you can view rock outcroppings, or rest and enjoy a picnic lunch near a secluded freshwater pond.
"Blue Mountain Reservation named Best in North America for Mountain Biking"
April 27, 2009 The readers of Bike, a national magazine for cyclists, voted Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill, NY as one of the 11 best places in North America to experience mountain biking. The magazine also designated Blue Mountain as having the best mountain biking trails close to a major metropolitan area, calling it "The best hometown trail" in North American."
Blue Mountain features more than 30 miles of trails . . . Experts enjoy the trails for their challenging topography and novices like the pure natural beauty of the park.
Things To Do on Blue Mountain Bike Trail Biking Trails Hiking Trails Nature Path
Blue Mountain Reservation is located at Welcher Avenue in Peekskill, New York. Blue Mountain is a 1500-acre park in the northwest section of Westchester County. It is primarily a passive park and features miles of trails for mountain biking, hiking, walking, nature study and more.
Blue Mountain offers challenging hikes to the top of two large peaks: Mt. Spitzenberg and Blue Mountain. The park contains a bathhouse and Trail Lodge, as well as two historically significant comfort stations. These comfort stations were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps and are reminiscent of early 20th century National Park structures.
Things To Do at Blue Mountain Reservation Biking (Mountain biking) Birding | Bird Watching Camping Equestrian Trails Fishing Hiking / Walking Nature Study Playground Picnicking Sportsman Center Target Shooting Range
China Pier at Charles Point Park, in the City of Peekskill, New York, Westchester County, provides an expansive view of Peekskill Bay on up to Bear Mountain, and the Bear Mountain Bridge. It was used by the Fleischmann Company to import the raw materials at its vast yeast and gin factory. Now, it hosts the tall ships during Peekskill Celebration and provides a great spot for a picnic and river watching.
The Children's Theatre Company of Peekskill is located at The Ford Theatre, 1031 Elm Street, Peekskill, NY in northern Westchester County.
From the Children's Theatre Company "Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to building character on stage by introducing children and youth to the incomparable magic of theatre, with a commitment to develop in each child a keen sense of citizenship alongside their artistic achievements. This Program made possible by the Peekskill/Cortlandt Baha’i community in association with the Children’s Theatre Company, NYC and Peekskill Parks and Recreation.
“Building Character Onstage”, the Company fosters the belief that, through the arts, young people can be agents of healing in the world. Committed to character and ethical development, CTC is rooted in the belief that through the incomparable magic of theater combined with a robust ethical education curriculum, children and youth can indeed become the voices of positive change.
"CTC promotes theater as a tool for active and analytical learning (rather than prescribed and passive), and is centered on a pedagogical and community development approach which emphasizes a culture of inclusivity and service through arts."
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Depew Park is located at 363 Union Avenue, Peekskill NY 10566, Westchester Avenue. Depew Park, about 60-acres in size, is home to the City Recreation Office. You can enjoy a swim in Veterans Memorial Pool or walk on the many wooded trails. Enjoy the picnic pavilion overlooking Lake Mitchell or play a game of horseshoes at the horseshoe court. There is also a basketball court, tennis courts, a bocce ball court and playgrounds.
Things To Do Baseball Fields (2) Basketball Court Biking Trails Bocce Ball Court Fishing Hiking / Walking Horseback Riding Horseshoes Picnicking (view of Lake Mitchell) Playgrounds Swimming (Olympic-sized Pool and a Baby Pool) Tennis Courts Tracks (2)
Click to read review Division Street Grill is located at 26 North Division Street, Peekskill, NY 10566. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Peekskill's Artist District, The Division Street Grill restaurant offers Contemporary American and International cuisine in a New York Style Setting.
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The word is Attractive décor and great atmosphere at this stylish Peekskill restaurant.
Franklin Park is located on Franklin Street between Smith Street and Simpson Place. Enjoy a game of basketball ball on the basketball court, throw a ball around on the ballfield, or just relax on a park bench while the children play in the playground.
Things To Do Ball Fields Basketball Court Benches Playground
The Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art is located at 1701 Main Street, Peekskill, NY 10566. The Center is dedicated to the development and presentation of exhibitions and interdisciplinary programs that enrich our understanding of contemporary art, its contexts, and its relationship to social issues. HVCCA is also committed to the enrichment of Peekskill, a multicultural community that has recreated itself as a major arts destination. HVCCA operates a 12,000 square foot exhibition space and is the primary sponsor of the Peekskill Project, an annual, city-wide exhibition of site-specific artwork.
Press blue button for more about Exhibition, Arts-in-Residence, Education and Public Outreach, and Special Projects programs at the Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art website.
Lepore Park is located at the western end of Main Street in Peekskill. Enjoy playing basketball during the day or in the evening, or bring the kids to the spray pool on a hot summer day.
Magical Margo is located at 25 North Division Street, Peekskill, NY 10566 in northern Westchester County. As a Juilliard-trained classical oboist, Margaret played at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and Radio City Music Hall. As a magician, she has performed thousands of shows at such diverse venues as The Magic Castle in Hollywood, a theme park in Japan, and a classroom in Cuzco, Peru.
Margaret adapts her performance for each age group (3 and up) and any size space, presenting spellbinding magic that’s guaranteed to astonish and delight even older kids. Magical Margo brings her 45-minute show to theaters, schools, libraries, camps, festivals and, of course, very special birthday parties. See why kids ask for Magical Margo year after year!
Originally built as a 1025-seat movie palace by Publix Pictures, a subsidiary of Paramount Pictures, the Peekskill Paramount Theatre first opened its doors to the public on June 27, 1930.
The Inaugural program featured an overture by the Paramount Symphony Orchestra, an appearance by the village mayor, and “A Paramount All-Talking Picture”, The Big Pond, starring Maurice Chevalier and Claudette Colbert. Publix Theatres was recognized as a leader in the theatre building industry, and the Peekskill Paramount was constructed as a state-of-the-art facility for the times. The Paramount building is a designated Westchester County Landmark, declared eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.
The Paramount prospered for decades despite the Depression and World War II. However, it was the advent of shopping malls and television that brought on its demise as a movie theatre. Paramount sold the building in 1973. Eventually the building was acquired by the City of Peekskill in 1977 due to a tax default.
The Peekskill Paramount Center for the Performing Arts presented its first series of performances in the spring of 1982. Its mission was to bring cultural and educational programming to the northern Westchester and Putnam County area at affordable prices. Since 1982, what was a grass roots “Save the Paramount” campaign has grown to become a true center for the arts, with live performances, arts-in-education programs, films, and visual art exhibitions, serving over 50,000 people annually.
The Peekskill Coffee House is located at 101 South Division Street in Peekskill, NY 10566. Peekskill Coffee House offers live music, art, and a place to meet. Press blue button for music schedule, art exhibitions, and more.
The word is Great coffee, the best music, and a wonderful addition to Peekskill.
The Peekskill Dog Park is located at 1795 Main Street and is open from dawn to dusk. For information on the Park please visit peekskilldogpark.com for more about The Peekskill Dog Park.
Dog Park Rules as listed on Peekskilldogpark.com
Peekskill Dog Park is open daily from dawn to dusk.
Open and close one safety gate at a time when entering and exiting the Dog Park.
Unleash your dog inside the safety gate area before releasing your dog into the Park.
Dogs must be under voice control and in sight of owners at all times.
Dog owners must carry a leash for each of their dogs using the Dog Park.
Any dog exhibiting aggressive behavior must be leashed and removed from the Park immediately.
Owners must clean up after their dogs and dispose of the waste properly.
Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated.
Puppies using the Park must be older than 4 months.
Intact males must be closely supervised by their owner while in the Park.
No female dogs in heat are allowed in the Park.
No food (human or dog) allowed in the Park.
Limit of three (3) dogs per owner per visit (including dog walkers).
No children under 12 years of age are allowed in the Park without a parent or guardian.
Dogs with communicable diseases are not allowed in the Park.
Keep gates closed at all times to prevent dogs from escaping the Park.
If a fight breaks out, all involved owners must immediately respond to break it up and share contact information for follow-up, if necessary.
No rawhides or dog toys (other than tennis balls) in the Park.
All other City of Peekskill park rules apply.
Park users and dog owners assume all risk related to Dog Park use.
Peekskill's Origins, Development and Highlights Peekskill is located in the northwestern part of Westchester County, NY along the Hudson River. The riverfront of the City of Peekskill was historically one of intense commercial and industrial activity for most of the last century. The City's Waterfront served as a port for the shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished goods. The City's river port thrived and provided an economic engine for the City and a region as a whole.
European Discovery and Settlement Peekskill was established as a distinct locale by travelers from the Hudson River in the 1600s. Henry Hudson, the English sea captain and explorer, sailed the river in the autumn of 1609 onboard the Dutch ship Half Moon. This voyage of exploration began the land claims made by the countries of Holland and England to the river valley.
The first European person recorded to set foot on this territory was Jan Peeck. The Peekskill region, and specifically what is now Annsville, was first identified by European immigrants as "Peeck's Kill". On various sloop journeys to this region at about 1650, Peeck exchanged various manufactured items with native tribal people located along Peekskill Bay, or what is now Annsville Creek, and possibly some distance up Peekskill Hollow Brook. The resident people identified themselves as "Sackhoes," according to the phonetic transcription from their language.
While once unofficially known as Jan Peeck's Creek, it was the formal transfer of itemized useful products by the Europeans to the Sachoes and their tribal representatives in 1685 that created Peek's Kill as a distinct geographic location, recognized as a land deed. Among the items given to the Sachoes were: eight brass kettles, one thousand fish hooks, fifty-two knives, two swords, eight muskets, 40 bars of lead and five bullet molds, 15 pounds of gun powder, three pistols, two hundred needles, 15 axes, 15 hoes, 100 tobacco pipes, rum, beer and tobacco.
The written deed transfer of land for these items was the Ryck's Patent. The document was signed with appropriate marks by four members of the Sachoes tribe, and the English governor at that time. In return, six New Amsterdam residents representing three families were given title to 1,800 acres. Peekskill then became a territory distinct from the surrounding Van Cortlandt lands.
African-Americans are an important part of Peekskill's early history. There is evidence indicating the use of Black slavery from about 1750 through 1825. By the time of the Revolution in 1776, Blacks could serve in the Continental Army as a condition of their freedom. Peekskill saw several free Blacks well established before the end of the Civil War.
Peekskill Was An Important Location During the War of Independence Peekskill was a significant Revolutionary War military base, and at times used as a headquarters for American army officers in the Hudson Valley from 1776 through 1782. The area was important for its hilly defensive location, its views of the bay, and its industries applied to military purposes. The overlook locale, now identified as "Fort Hill" in Peekskill, was the site of five large barracks buildings and two redoubts. An average of 1,000 Continental soldiers were stationed at Camp Peekskill on and off through the eight years of war.
Washington established Peekskill as the regional command center for the Hudson Valley following a personal inspection tour here in November 1776, immediately aftter the battle at White Plains. Officers used the former Birdsall house on Main Street as their headquarters. Among the Continental Army generals based at Peekskill were William Heath, Alexander McDougall and Israel Putnam. The locally raised 2nd New York Regiment of Continental soldiers was commanded by Colonel Philip Van Cortlandt. This unit saw action in battles at Saratoga, New York in 1777 and Yorktown, Virginia in 1781.
Beginning with Peekskill's first legal incorporation as a Village in 1816, industrial, commercial and civic activities continued to grow. This New York State legislative act established Peekskill's working government as a Village within the Town of Cortlandt. The 1816 law allowed Peekskill to elect five Trustees, have elections and to raise taxes. Also authorized was the appointment of four fire wardens with a company of 18 firemen.
The Hudson River Railroad appeared at Peekskill in 1849 and by 1850 was connected between New York City and Albany. Some of the steamboat passenger and freight services continued into the 1900s. Peekskill was developing in an industrial style similar to other Hudson River communities such as Yonkers, Nyack, Haverstraw. Ossining, Cold Spring and Newburgh.
President-elect Abraham Lincoln made a stop at the old Peekskill train station on Water Street, and delivered a short speech on February 19, 1861. A memorial marker on South Street, named the Lincoln Exedra, overlooks the site of that original railroad depot. The stop at Peekskill was Lincoln's only living appearance in Westchester County. That event is still commemorated by the Lincoln Society of Peekskill.
Peekskill also served as an "Underground Railroad" station in the system that helped refugees from slavery. Spearheaded by Harriet Tubman, the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church on Park Street was established in 1852. Prominent African-American property owners before the time of the Civil War, Hawley and Harriet Green were active residents active in the Abolitionist cause, and allowed their house at 1112 Main Street to be used as an Underground Railroad safehouse.
Point of Interest: The prominent abolitionist preacher, Henry Ward Beecher, lived at his East Main Street mansion. His sister, Harriet Beecher Stowe, wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin," a powerful anti-slavery work.
Peekskill Village in the era after the Civil War saw an economic and population expansion. The primary industry was the fashioning of cast iron cooking and heating stoves. Peekskill in 1895 had seven foundries and manufactured 200,000 stoves in the one year. There were also lumber yards, nickel plating works, boat builders, a hat factory, a shirt and underwear factory.
By 1900 the large Fleischmann Company yeast and yeast by-products industrial complex was established at Charles Point. This factory innovated several yeast and yeast by-products, and became the largest maker of such products in the world, helping to improve the quality of American breads.
Peekskill as a City Peekskill officially became an incorporated City on July 29, 1940. Two years of difficult legal wrangling had finally settled the issue, and a legal separation from the Town of Cortlandt. The local government would consist of a two-year term elected Mayor, six Councilmen each elected to four-year terms. The City Charter was revised in 1967 to allow for a City Manager form of government.
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Source: Summary of Peekskill's History Written by John J. Curran - City Historian January 2002
The Herrick House is home to the Peekskill Museum, located at 124 Union Ave, in the business district on the edge of the Artist's District, Peekskill NY 10566, Westchester County in the Hudson Valley. The purpose of the Peekskill Museum is to collect, preserve, study, and interpret objects and documents pertaining to Peekskill and the surrounding area.
The Herrick House is a restored Victorian building that was owned by Dwight S. Herrick, a prominent Peekskill attorney. The Peekskill Museum was presented to the Field Library by Mrs. Ida M. Adams by deed dated January 3, 1944. It is one of Peekskill's most famous Victorian houses. The house was designed by the famous architectural firm of McKim, Mead, and Bigelow. The Herrick House is a fine example of a "well to do" Victorian home - with a spacious staircase, library, parlor and a fireplace with Dutch 'Delft' tiles depicting Biblical scenes.
The house was built between 1873 and 1877, occupied by the Herrick family until approximately 1912. Mr. Herrick's picture, presented to the Museum by Jennie Mabie in 1948, hangs on the wall in the front foyer, ready to greet visitors as Mr. Herrick would have done. The house itself was published in the best architectural journal of it's day, "The American Architect and Building News" on June 2, 1877. More recently, the house has been mentioned by Vincent Scully, a professor of Art History at Yale, in his book "The Single Story". Press blue button for more information about the Herrick House and the Peekskill Museum.
Peekskill Stadium on Louisa Street is a state of the art baseball field complex overlooking the Hudson River. Games are played most evenings and weekends. Come down to enjoy the cool breeze off the River and watch a ball game. Food is available at the concession stand.
Riverfront Green Park is located in Peekskill NY 10566, Westchester County. With a backdrop of the Hudson Highlands, kayakers, swans and occasional barges, this is an ideal spot to river watch, enjoy a picnic or bring the kids to a playground. Many special events are held during the year. Call for more information about events at Riverfront Green Park.
Tompkins Park is accessible from Main Street (Route 6) in Peekskill NY 10566, Westchester County. Tompkins Park is home to the Lapolla Little League. Games are played throughout the spring and summer; and a playground and basketball courts are accessible from the Park Street entrance.
Things To Do Basketball Courts Little League Games Playground
Abendroth Park is located in Port Chester, NY 10573. Abendroth Park is 10.1-acres and is located at the southeast corner of the village accessible by Touraine Avenue. The park offers a Picnic Pavilion, playground that includes younger children’s play structure, motorcycle swing rider, fire engines, older children’s play structure, supernova (merry-go-round), tire swing, and adult softball field.
Things To Do at Abendroth Park Adult Softball Field Bathroom Facilities available Picnic Pavilion Playground (Includes younger children’s play structure, motorcycle swing rider, fire engines, older children’s play structure, supernova (merry-go-round) and tire swing.
Columbus Park is located in Port Chester, NY 10573. Columbus Park is 9.4-acres and is located east of Ryan Avenue, West of I-95 and North of Fox Island.
Columbus Park offers a basketball court, two volleyball courts, two playgrounds - one small and one large playground, picnic pavilion, Water Spray playground, and soccer facility.
Things To Do Basketball and two Volleyball Courts Bathroom Facilities *Picnic Pavilion with two (2) picnic grills Playground - one large and one small play structure with small rock climbing wall *Soccer Facility with Artificial Turf Water Spray Playground- Open Summer Only 11 am – 5 pm
Copacabana, also known as Copa, is a Brazilian Steakhouse, located at 29 North Main Street, Port Chester, NY 10573. Enjoy an evening out at Copacabana Steakhouse, an upscale churrascaria located in Westchester County. Specialties include 14 kinds of meat, slow roasted and perfectly seasoned. These savory cuts, presented on skewers, are carved tableside at your request.
This "all you can eat" dinner, served Rodizio style, offers a salad bar, side dishes, and delicious meat cuts including beef, pork, lamb, chicken, and Linguica (Brazilian sausage). The fresh and tasty salad bar includes shrimp cocktail, Reggiano, Portobello mushrooms and more. Just signal your servers and your "Meat Parade" begins.
Experience authentic Brazilian cuisine in a warm inviting atmosphere. Press blue button for menus, photos, and Port Chester's Copacabana.
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Live music Friday and Saturday nights Inviting bar and lounge area Outdoor Dining
The word is Fourteen delicious "all you can eat" meats on skewers and great fun.
Empire State Flea Market is located at 505 Boston Post Road, Port Chester, NY 10573 in southern Westchester County; offering a wide variety of new merchandise at bargain prices, with over 150 vendors and 20 full service fine jewelers. Press blue button for vendors, events for children, and more.
Click to read review Inca & Gaucho Restaurant is located at 173 Westchester Ave, Port Chester, NY 10573 in Westchester. "This restaurant is a combination of Peruvian cuisine with the parrillada of Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil."
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BYO Live Music
The word is "Great little restaurant" serving "the best Argentinean/Peruvian" cuisine by a charming bilingual waitstaff.
Joseph Curtis Recreation Park is located in Port Chester, NY 10523. Joseph Curtis Park is 7.5-acres and is located north of the village’s downtown, not far from Lyon Park. The park is bounded by Putnam Avenue on the west, Locust Avenue on the east and Willett Avenue from the south.
Things To Do *Baseball Field (adult) and Batting Cage Basketball Court Bathroom Facilities Playground Structure - Small structure with four (4) swings Roller Skating Rink *BOCCE Courts with fencing and lighting
Lyon Park is located in Port Chester, NY 10573. Lyon Park is 20.3-acres and is located north/west of Village Downtown, boarded by King, Putnam and Parkway Drive.
Things To Do Bathroom Facilities *Little League Fields (2) *Pavilions (2) with Picnic Grills Playground
The Blind Brook Club is located at Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10573. This "men only", 18-hole regulation length course is a private equity golf club, opened in 1917.
Click to read review Sonora Restaurant, serving Latin-influenced cuisine, is located at 179 Rectory Street, Port Chester, New York 10573 in Westchester County.
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Live Latino and Jazz music
The word is Sonora was awarded an "excellent" rating by The New York Times and most agree that the food is well prepared and delicious; also fun to watch guacamole being made tableside; enjoy the fabulous red sauce for the bread.
The 1883 Lighthouse at Sleepy Hollow is located at Kingsland Point Park, Route 9, Sleepy Hollow, NY. Long a fixture on the Hudson River, the 1883 Lighthouse at Sleepy Hollow, formerly known as the Tarrytown Lighthouse or the Kingsland Point Lighthouse, is the only Caisson-style lighthouse on the river.
Erected in 1882-1883, the lighthouse provided navigational aid to shipping on the Hudson and warned captains away from the dangerous shoals on the river's eastern shore. It is easily seen from the Tappan Zee Bridge, with the best viewing from Kingsland Point Park, located directly on the Hudson River.
Like all lighthouses on the Hudson, the 1883 Lighthouse at Sleepy Hollow was designed as a "family station," as the keeper and his family lived in the five-story structure year-round. The duties of the keeper were to perform the never-ending chores of maintaining the lighthouse and lamp and to operate the lamp every night as well as during inclement weather.
During its entire 78 years of service, the 1883 Lighthouse at Sleepy Hollow had a nearly perfect record of performance. When the bell mechanism malfunctioned (on several occasions), the keeper rang the bell by hand, at two-minute intervals, often for hours at a time. The constant beacon, a white light for the first eleven years, then a red light, and later a blinking red light, would guide vessels safely through darkness, fog and storms. Press blue button for information on visiting the Lighthouse at Sleepy Hollow.
There are approximately 1,700 interments in the Old Dutch Burying Ground, the majority from the mid 18th century through the late 19th century. The Friends of the Old Dutch Burying Ground does not keep or have access to the records of the church, but we are happy to share information from our own research.
Philipsburg Manor is a historic site of great historical importance. Once the headquarters of a large Hudson Valley manor, the site vividly interprets aspects of the history of colonial New York and the system of racially-based slavery which helped keep the estate running in the 18th century.
The visitor center at Philipsburg, located on Rt. 9 in the village of Sleepy Hollow, offers a wide range of services and changing exhibitions, and also serves as the visitor center for Kykuit, the Rockefeller estate.
Philipsburg Manor is a late 17th/early 18th-century milling, farming, and trading complex owned by an Anglo-Dutch family of merchants. Philipsburg Manor was tenanted by farmers of diverse European backgrounds, and operated by enslaved Africans. In 1693, Frederick Philipse, a carpenter who rose to become the richest man in the colony of New York, was granted a charter for 52,000 acres along the Hudson River by William and Mary of England. Historically, the site is of particular interest because of the size of the enslaved community and the highly developed nature of this 18th-century commercial property.
Featuring a stone manor house filled with a handsome collection of 17th-and 18th-century period furnishings, this famous house also includes a working water-powered gristmill and millpond, an 18th-century barn, a slave garden, and a reconstructed tenant farm house. The grounds are home to historic breeds of cattle, sheep, and chickens.
Points of Interest: Philipsburg Manor is a living history museum. Guides in 18th-century costume conduct tours of the site and numerous special events are held throughout the year. One of many fun things to do with children in the Hudson River Valley.
Things To Do at Philipsburg Manor Birthday Parties at Philipsburg Manor Greenhouse Cafe Picnic grounds Sleepy Hollow Cemetery located next to Philipsburg Manor Tour Philipsburg Manor Historic Site Tours of Kykuit that originate at the Philipsburg Manor Visitor Tourist Center
A Nu Toy Store, offering new and used toys, is located at 36.5 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in one of Westchester County's River Towns. For the used toy inventory "I will have the old fisher price toys, the houses, schools, airports, etc. Weeble wobbles, old Mickey Mouse collector items, original Smurf toys, collectable barbies and more".
Shopping New toys (Lego, Melissa & Doug, and more) Used toys (Weeble wobbles, Mickey mouse, Smurf, and more)
Click to read review Bistro 12, serving Mediterranean cuisine, is located at 12 Main Street in Tarrytown, NY 10591, across from the Tarrytown Music Hall.
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Outdoor dining on patio Serving lunch and dinner
The word is New Bistro, opening February, 2013, at 12 Main Street.
Bistro Z, serving New American cuisine, is located at 455 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in The DoubleTree Hotel, Westchester County.
From the owner: "Bistro Z exceeds all of our guest's expectations by serving only the finest quality food. Our expertly trained staff will provide you with a memorable dining experience. Designed in keep with the Hudson Valley tradition, the newly renovated Bistro Z presents an American Menu with a French flare, blending fresh ingredients with imaginative presentations."
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Outdoor dining on patio Piano Bar on Friday & Saturday nights Serving breakfast buffet, lunch, & dinner
The word is Locals and hotel guests enjoy the "excellent waitstaff and beautifully prepared foods that are perfectly cooked and delicious"; served in an attractive space that offers an elegant atmosphere.
Just 25 miles north of New York City, lies a historic medieval castle, overlooking the majestic Hudson River. The Castle on the Hudson, situated on 11 hilltop acres, was originally called Carrollcliffe and later Axe Castle. It was built in two stages between 1897 and 1910 by General Carroll, the son of a Civil War General. The grounds are enclosed by a stone wall and support a veritable arboretum of evergreens and rare varieties of trees, grasslands and flowers.
The Castle has changed very little in its first century. Much of the original interior woodwork and furnishings, which were built by a team of carpenters brought from Germany, still remain intact. Designed for graceful living and entertaining, the Castle has been renovated into a luxury hotel. In 1981, the town of Tarrytown designated the Castle a historic landmark, protecting the outside structure from ever being changed.
The Equus restaurant and General's bar, open to the public, occupy elegantly appointed rooms and an enclosed veranda with splendid views of the Hudson River and the New York City skyline. Press blue button for menus, photos, and more about The Castle on the Hudson.
Courtyard Tarrytown Greenburgh is located at 475 White Plains Road, Tarrytown NY 10591, Westchester County in the Hudson Valley. The Courtyard Tarrytown Greenburgh hotel is the perfect choice when traveling to Tarrytown NY. Our hotel is near many historic sites, Pace, Iona College, Historic Hudson Valley, Sleepy Hollow, and less than an hour to downtown Manhattan & Grand Central Station.
Our hotel in Tarrytown New York is central to Westchester / White Plains (HPN), LaGuardia (LGA), Kennedy (JFK), and Newark (EWR) airports. The Courtyard Tarrytown is close to fabulous shopping in White Plains and Westchester County where you can shop at The Westchester Mall, Bloomingdales, and The Galleria. For your dining pleasure, select from one of the many excellent cafes and fine restaurants in and around Tarrytown.
Flying Fingers Yarn Shop, offering fine and unusual yarns from unique sources, is located at 15 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
Friends of the Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Inc., located in Sleepy Hollow, New York, was established in 1997 to encourage public participation in protecting the Preserve's wildlife and habitat, sustaining its historical and archeological features, and maintaining its unique system of carriage roads.
Click to enlarge photo of Lyndhurst from rear grounds.
Circa 1838. Lyndhurst, a historic site of the National Trust, is a preeminent architectural landmark. It resides on a 67-acre park representing 19th century architecture, decorative arts, and landscape. Overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, NY, Lyndhurst is one of America's finest Gothic Revival mansions.
The architectural brilliance of the residence is complemented by a park-like landscape and a comprehensive collection of original decorative arts. Its noteworthy occupants included: former New York City mayor William Paulding, merchant George Merritt, and the railroad magnate and Wall Street tycoon Jay Gould.
In the late 1830s, William Paulding acquired property high above the Hudson River overlooking the Tappan Zee. Lyndhurst was first conceived in the minds of architects A. J. Davis and William Paulding who constructed the country villa in 1838 and called it "Knoll". In 1864 Lyndhurst was acquired by George Merritt who hired Davis to more than double its size. In 1870, they also built one of the largest private greenhouses in the world.
In 1880, Jay Gould purchased the estate and renamed it Lyndhurst. The 1870 greenhouse that burned was replaced in the Gothic Revival style. The Goulds redecorated the house and embellished the spectacular art gallery with works by Corot, Courbet, Bouguereau, and others.
The important "gardenesque" landscape is the work of Ferdinand Mangold, a master gardener who worked at Lyndhurst for forty years. Many of the landscape features created by Mangold, his predecessors, and successors, are preserved. The spectacular specimen trees are of special interest.
The romantic Gothic Revival design immediately drew attention to the building. Critics called it "Paulding's Folly" because its fanciful turrets and asymmetrical outline were unlike most homes constructed in the post-colonial era. Fascination with the property continued for decades and, as ideas of wealth and status changed with the growing nation, so did the estate, reflecting the tastes and interests of wealthy New York.
Walk from Lyndhurst to Washington Irving's Sunnyside Lyndhurst is adjacent to Washington Irving's Sunnyside. The ability to walk between these two historic sites has a special appeal. At present, visitors may walk along the publicly maintained Croton Aqueduct Trail from Lyndhurst to West Sunnyside Lane. Walk the pathway connecting Lyndhurst and Sunnyside along the riverfront. If you are a tourist or local resident exploring the Hudson River Valley, be sure to include this landmark in your list of sights.
Things To Do at Lyndhurst Castle Events at Lyndhurst First Floor of Lyndhurst Castle is handicap accessible* Hiking / Walking Historic Site Lyndhurst to Washington Irving's Sunnside Museum Shop Tour the castle Virtual Tour
Wheelchair Accessible* Accessible indicates that, to the extent practicable, the first floor of the mansion meets the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of facilities.
Pretty Funny Vintage is located at 80 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County. Pretty Funny offers home furnishings, vintage clothing and jewelry, folk art, industrial elements, lighting, textiles, gifts and a whole slew of curious goods; 2 floors of freshly picked finds
The Sheraton Tarrytown Hotel is located at 600 White Plains Road, Tarrytown NY 10591 in Westchester County. Enjoy this quaint Tarrytown hotel located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley.
Westchester County offers many attractions and things to do including historic sites in Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. Visit Philipsburg Manor; a historic site of great historical importance. Close by you will also find Kykuit, the Rockefeller estate. If you enjoy shopping for antiques, be sure to go antiquing at one of the many antique stores in Westchester towns and villages.
SpringHill Suites Tarrytown Greenburgh is located at 480 White Plains Road, Tarrytown, NY 10591, Westchester County in the lower-Hudson Valley. Newly renovated suites featuring fresh style, modern amenities.
SpringHill Suites Tarrytown is close to world class shopping in White Plains. Find upscale shopping at The Westchester Mall offering Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and over 100 fine upscale stores. Shop Bloomingdales, The Galleria, and find several shopping centers offering discount clothing stores.
For the best in restaurant dining, select from one of the many excellent restaurants in Tarrytown.
For a great day out in the Hudson Valley, see Hudson Valley Wineries, Hudson Valley Wine Trails, and Hudson Valley Winery Tours.
Features Free buffet breakfast Hot breakfast Business Center Coffee in lobby Coffee/tea in room Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free parking Free shuttle Laundry on-site Pets not Allowed
Click to read review Striped Bass Restaurant, serving seafood in a casual setting, is located at 236 West Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591, Westchester County.
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Waterfront dining
The word is "The restaurant has gone downhill", where the "outside seating is more like self serve cafeteria style dining" with “plastic utensils for a lobster dish”! In good weather, "just have a drink and some appetizers" at the outdoor bar overlooking the Hudson River.
Tarrytown-On-Hudson is located in the western part of Westchester County, NY. It is situated on the eastern shore of the Hudson River in an area called "The Tappan Zee". The first documented inhabitants of Tarrytown are the Weckquaesgeek Indians, a branch of the Mohican tribe of the Algonquin nation. The Weckquaesgeeks raised corn, squash, beans, and tobacco. They fished the Hudson for shad, oysters and other shellfish and hunted the area for deer and black bear. They also trapped for fur and hides for clothing, and later traded these with the Dutch. Their principle settlement was at the foot of Church Street at a place they called Alipconk, also known as the Place of Elms.
Records show that the first residence in Tarrytown was built in 1645. However, the exact location is not known. The first white settlers were Dutch. They were farmers, fur trappers, and fishermen. Tarrytown soil was light and loamy which was ideal for growing cereals; especially wheat. This led to the area being known as Wheat Town, or Terve Town, which later became mispronounced as Tarrytown. Some historians believe that "tarry" is a corruption of the Dutch word "tarwe" wheat, hence the name "Tarrytown".
Point of Interest: Washington Irving's explanation for the name of "Tarrytown" as written in "The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow", published in the Sketch Book of 1820 is: "In the bosom of one of those spacious coves which indent the eastern shore of the Hudson, at that broad expansion of the river denominated by the ancient Dutch navigators of the Tappan Zee, and where they always prudently shortened sail and implored the protection of St. Nicholas when they crossed, there lies a small market town or rural port which by some is called Greenburgh, but which is more generally and properly known by the name of Tarry Town. This name was given, we are told, in former days, by the good housewives of the adjacent county, from the inveterate propensity of their husbands to linger about the village tavern on market days."
Frederick Philipse, 1626-1702, of Dutch descent, began buying land in 1681 becoming the largest land owner in the Tarrytown area. In 1693, Frederick Philipse was granted a charter for 52,000 acres along the Hudson River by Monarchs William and Mary of Great Britain. His land extended from North Tarrytown, NY, to the Bronx, with the Hudson River on the west and the Bronx River on the east. This area covered approximately 90,000 acres. Philipse built two grand manor houses: "Philipse Manor and Philipsburg Manor".
During the American Revolution (1775 - 1781), Tarrytown was part of the "Neutral Ground", an area of Westchester County lying between the British lines to the south and the American lines to the north. Without the protection of either army, the people were subjected to fierce raids by both sides. In 1780 a momentous incident took place which many historians believe helped win the American Revolution.
Point of Interest: On September 23, 1780, Major John Andre, a British spy, was captured by three local militiamen, John Paulding, Isaac Van Wart, and David Williams. Major Andre was carrying papers describing the fortification of West Point, given to him by Benedict Arnold. The clandestine meeting near Haverstraw ended at dawn making it too risky for the Loyalists to row Andre back to the Vulture, which was to carry him back to British Headquarters in New York City. The next day the Americans fired upon the Vulture from Croton Point, forcing it to leave without Andre. There is a historical marker at the foot of Church Street because Americans again fired on the Vulture as it passed by Tarrytown. Benedict Arnold recommended that Andre travel by land on the eastside of the Hudson and was traveling south on horseback, eventually reaching the neutral territory of Tarrytown. John Paulding, who had recently escaped from a British prison in New York City was wearing a Hessian coat, and Andre approached the group thinking they were allies. He was stopped and questioned by the three militiamen who found the plans to West Point hidden in Andre's boot. Andre was brought to the authorities. He was tried and convicted as a spy and hanged in Tappan, New York on October 2, 1780.
In 1853, near Patriot's Park, a monument was erected to honor the three heroic militiamen. At a later dedication, the monument was increased and a bronze stature of John Paulding was added. There is a dedication in stone on the south side of the monument which reads "On this spot the 23rd day of September, 1780, the spy, Major John Andre, Adjutant General of the British Army, was captured by John Paulding, David Williams, and Isaac Van Wart, all natives of this county. History has told the rest. The people of Westchester County have erected this Monument, as well to commemorate a great Event, as to testify their high estimation of that Integrity and Patriotism which, rejecting every temptation, rescued the United States from most imminent peril by baffling the arts of a Spy and the plots of a Traitor. Dedicated October 7, 1853." On the north side of the block an inscription reads, "Their conduct merits our warmest esteem. They have prevented, in all probability, our suffering one of the severest strokes that could have been meditated against us" written by George Washington.
A brief business history of Tarrytown: Throughout the 18th century the majority of Tarrytown life revolved around the mill. However, there were a small number of farms in Tarrytown that grew mostly wheat, and there were a few taverns and shops. Gradually a few industries began to appear. In 1868 a wagon and carriage factory was opened on Orchard Street. An early leading industry was the Silver Shoe Factory on Washington Street, opened by the Silver brothers in 1871, in which they employed 150 workers. The Woodward Steam Pump Co. opened in 1875 on lower Main Street. In 1881, Albert P. Husted Sr. moved his silk factory from New Jersey to Tarrytown. The Cooper Flour Mill opened a five story building in 1886 and refined 300 barrels of flour a day. John Brown had a boatyard near the Main Street Landings. He also had a cider mill and is reputed to have made among the best cider in the county.
The automobile industry began in the area in 1899 with the Mobile Company of U.S.A. They were followed by Maxwell-Briscoe, and then, The Chevrolet Motor Co. in 1915 that became the General Motors Assembly Division in 1918. The General Motors plant was in North Tarrytown (now Sleepy Hollow), During World War II the assembly plant was retooled to make wings for Grumman torpedo bombers and was named Eastern Aircraft employing 10,000 workers, 2,900 of the workers were women. Before the 1970's most workers lived in Tarrytown or Sleepy Hollow. On the southern end of town is the General Motors Training Center that instructs dealer technicians. They have been in Tarrytown since 1955. General Foods became Kraft General Foods in 1989 and is involved in product development, packaging, and quality control. Hitachi Corporate has been in Tarrytown since 1984.
Tarrytown flourished as an active river port in the post-war period. After the Hudson River Railroad opened in 1849, river traffic slowed and various manufacturing enterprises sprang up. Marking this growth, the village incorporated in 1870. It was as a distinguished residential community, however, that Tarrytown truly gained eminence.
1849 was a turning point in the history of Tarrytown as the New York & Hudson River Railroad connected New York City and Albany as it passed through Tarrytown. The Railroad decreased the amount of steamboat traffic on the river, and it began the change from rural farming in Tarrytown. The railroad increased the population that began to work in factories, tool works and other industries that sprang up on the River. At that time, the Hudson River reached to the bottom of Cottage Place and Windle Park. Orchard Street, Depot Plaza, and Franklin Courts were built on top of landfill.
Orchard Street, was the main business section of Tarrytown from 1845 to 1969. It ran south from Valley and Wildey Street to Franklin and White Street. It consisted of several blocks of beautiful 19th century buildings. By the 1960's there had been several devastating fires, and the buildings were beginning to look run down. As a result, in 1969 the difficult decision to raze Orchard Street was made to make way for Urban Renewal and the building of Asbury Terrace.
History of Tarrytown Mansions, Castles, and Historic Sites:
Frederick Philipse built "Philipse Manor" circa 1682, in Yonkers as the permanent family seat. The estate eventually passed into British and then American hands in the Revolution, and its administration as a single unit was never restored. Soon after the American Revolution, a New York merchant bought the Yonkers manor house, and in 1868 the city of Yonkers purchased it for use as the city hall.
Frederick Philipse built "Philipsburg Manor" circa 1683, as a mill and a manor hall. Philipsburg Manor was the northern family seat, at Upper Mills, North Tarrytown, on the Pocantico River. When Frederick died in 1702, his son Adolph became "Lord of the Manor". He doubled the size of the original home and increased the capacity of the mill by adding a third set of millstones so that he could grind barley and corn as well as his wheat. Over the years, Philipsburg Manor has been extensively restored. It now features a stone manor house, 18th-century period furnishings, a working water-powered grist mill and millpond, an 18th-century barn, a slave garden, and a reconstructed tenant farm house. The grounds are home to historic breeds of cattle, sheep, and chickens. Today, Philipsburg Manor is a living history museum of Dutch colonial life.
Frederick Philipse built "The Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow" circa 1697
By the turn of the 20th century, the Tarrytown skyline was filled with many new and "old" mansions and castles. Tarrytown was known as "Millionaire's Colony". More than 65 grand estates filled the area.
"Lyndhurst" circa 1838, is a preeminent architectural landmark. It resides in a 67-acre park representing 19th century architecture, decorative arts, and landscape. Overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, NY, Lyndhurst is one of America's finest Gothic Revival mansions. Its noteworthy occupants included: former New York City mayor William Paulding, merchant George Merritt, and the railroad magnate and Wall Street tycoon Jay Gould.
"Hillcrest" circa 1882, built by Captain William Casey on 18 acres of land. Mark Twain bought the estate in 1902. After living there for two years, Mark Twain had a dispute with the village regarding the assessment of the estate. In 1904 he sold it to Charles Gardner who sold it to Jacques Halle, a member of the New York Stock Exchange. Halle demolished the old home and made a larger mansion that he called Halleston. It was later acquired by a developer, David Swope. Today, Tappan Hill is known as "Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill" an elegant venue for receptions.
"The Tarrytown Music Hall" circa 1885, built in the Queen Anne Style by William Wallace, the chocolate candy manufacturer. The Tarrytown Music Hall is the oldest continually operating theater in Westchester. The interior displays the beauty of Victorian craftsmanship, and the Art Deco style.
"Carrollcliff" circa 1897 and 1910 was built in two stages. It was built in the Tudor style by Carroll, the son of a Civil War General. It was built from stone quarried on the property and nearby Glenville. Carroll was a correspondent for the New York Times, a playwright, and organizer of a street paving company. Today, this site is the magnificent "Castle on the Hudson" hotel.
"Kykuit" circa 1902, built by John D. Rockefeller and has been the home to four generations of the Rockefeller family. Kykuit means "high point" in Dutch and has breathtaking views of the Hudson River. Kykuit is home to beautiful furniture, paintings and sculptures. The grounds contain wonderful terraces, fountains, gardens, and a large collection of 20th century sculpture. Kykuit also has a large collection of antique cars and horse drawn vehicles.
The millionaires of "Millionaire's Colony" greatly contributed to Tarrytown's economy. Every mansion and castle was built mostly by local tradesmen, every estate had many local workmen, and every local merchant had his share of millionaire customers.
Following World War II, socio-economic changes altered this aspect of the community, as clusters of single family homes replaced large estates. Construction of the New York State Thruway and Tappan Zee Bridge accelerated the growth of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow, with new residents flocking to this desirable community.
Tarrytown House Estate and conference center, is located at 49 East Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown, NY 10591 in Westchester County.
From the owner: "Tarrytown House Estate & Conference Center is located just 25 miles from Midtown Manhattan. This hotel blends historical charm with modern conveniences to create a spectacular Hudson River Valley lodging option and meeting facility. Residing on 26-acres overlooking the Hudson River Valley, well-appointed lodging is found at Tarrytown House Estate, featuring impressive 19th-century mansions - King Mansion and Biddle Mansion - a carriage house and a cottage, as well as a contemporary atrium-style building that houses conference facilities and guest rooms."
The word is Rave reviews for "beautiful grounds", "wonderful staff", "beautiful castle-like main building" and "clean and impressive" rooms. Some complaints about "walking long distances to get anywhere".
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Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson is a beautiful hotel located at 49 East Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown NY 10591, Westchester County in the Hudson River Valley. Located just 25 miles from Manhattan, this Hudson Valley landmark hotel creates the perfect backdrop for your next meeting or special event. This Westchester hotel blends historical charm with modern conveniences to create a spectacular Lower-Hudson Valley lodging and meeting facility. Residing on 26-acres overlooking the Hudson River Valley, well-appointed lodging is found at Tarrytown House Estate.
Visit historic sites in Westchester. Philipsburg Manor a historic site of great historical importance, or Kykuit, the Rockefeller estate, are both just a short drive from Tarrytown House. If you enjoy shopping for antiques, be sure to go antiquing at one of the many antique stores in Westchester; or spend some time outdoors at one of the beautiful Westchester County parks where you can enjoy hiking, biking. birding, and more outdoor activities.
Tarrytown House hotel is near the world class White Plains shopping centers, where you can shop at The Westchester Mall, Bloomingdales, and The Galleria. Press blue button for more about this beautiful Westchester hotel.
Circa 1835. Historic site of the National Trust and architectural landmark. Meticulously restored picturesque home of renowned author Washington Irving, America's first successful, internationally known author. Washington Irving's writings include numerous works of fiction, history and biography.
Washington Irving was born in New York City on April 3, 1783 (1783 - 1859) as the youngest of 11 children. His father was a wealthy merchant, and his mother, an English woman, was the granddaughter of a clergyman. Early in his life Irving developed a passion for books. He studied law privately but practiced only briefly. From 1804 to 1806 he travelled widely in Europe. After returning to the United States, Irving was admitted to the New York bar in 1806.
Washington Irving was a short story writer, essayist, poet, travel book writer, biographer, and columnist. He is best known for the short stories "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle". Washington Irving also held diplomatic posts in Great Britain and Spain.
Sunnyside is one of the most famous historic landmarks in the Hudson Valley. This important house and landscape enjoys a quiet and unspoiled riverside setting in Tarrytown, New York. Sunnyside is adjacent to Lyndhurst, a historic landmark of distinction open to the public, to which it is possible to walk via the Croton Aqueduct Trail.
Sunnyside and its Romantic landscape are presented to visitors by guides dressed in the costume of the mid-Victorian period. You may take a guided tour of the house and grounds, or purchase a grounds-only ticket for a self-guided experience.
Point of Interest: For children, Sunnyside offers "Irving's Traveling Totes" that come stuffed with five to seven engaging family activities, a brief guide, a Talk Back card for feedback related to the activities, and a blank book for visitor responses. Visitors can learn about Washington Irving by reading The Legend of Sleepy Hollow picture book and It Looks Like Spilt Milk, which, though not written by Irving, celebrates the life of the imagination, something Irving aspired to do. Children can play the Sunnyside Matching Card game and join in for a Scavenger Hunt. Dominoes, a 19th-century game, rounds out the experience. If you are a tourist or local resident exploring the Hudson River Valley, be sure to include this landmark in your list of places to see.
Attractions include: Seasonal Café, Sunnyside Tours, Museum Shop, Picnic Grounds.
The Town of Cortlandt is located in the northwestern corner of Westchester County, NY. It includes two incorporated villages, Croton-on-Hudson and Buchanan. Cortlandt also includes several hamlets: Cortlandt Manor, Crompond, Crugers, Montrose and Verplanck, Lake Peekskill and a section of Mohegan Lake. The rural character of the town is defined by the Hudson River, New York City Watershed Lands, numerous wooded hills and steep slopes, wetland areas and beautiful streams.
Hendrick Hudson discovered the Hudson River in 1609, sailing his ship the Half Moon north anchoring at Verplanck’s Point. Cortlandt derived its name from the Van Cortlandt family who began purchasing land in 1677 from the Croton River north to Anthony’s Nose and east to Connecticut. Cortlandt was the site of many skirmishes during the Revolutionary War. Local Roads, such as Watch Hill and Furnace Dock Road, where the furnaces that made ammunition for the war effort were located, bear names reflecting the Revolutionary time.
In 1788 under the Township Act, Cortlandt became one of 20 townships in Westchester County with Philip Van Cortlandt as the first Supervisor. During the 19th century the railroad was extended to the area and industrialization began to occur with the hamlet of Verplanck becoming an important brickmaking center. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries the Town of Cortlandt was predominantly a rural, agricultural community with seasonal bungalow colonies serving the residents of New York City. By the 1950's Federal housing programs, combined with improvements to the road network and the railroad, led to the suburbanization of the Town, which was typical throughout New York State.
During the Revolutionary War, Lieutenant Colonel Cortlandt commanded the 2nd New York Regiment in the Continental Army. He was awarded the rank of brigadier general for gallant conduct at the siege of Yorktown under General Lafayette.
He served in both houses of the New York State Legislature and represented New York in the United States House of Representatives from 1793 until 1809. He died November 21, 1831 at Van Cortlandt Manor House in Croton in November of 1831 at the age of eighty-two. Van Cortlandt is buried at th Hillside Cemetery in Cortlandt.
Point of Interest: Philip Van Cortlandt, born August 21, 1749 was a land surveyor, land-owner and politician from Westchester County, New York. He pursued classical studies; attended Coldenham Academy and was graduated from King's College (now known as Columbia University) in 1768.
History And Antiquities The following covers "History and Antiquities", a general collection of interesting facts, traditions, biographical sketches, and anecdotes about Westchester County and its towns. When reading the following, remember to keep in mind that this information has been written about two hundred years ago. Population statistics and events have not been revised to reflect current events and perspective. We think this adds to the historical flavor and interest of the writings, giving a different perspective on much of this information and written in an "older world" writing style. "Historical Collections of the State of New York Published by S. Tuttle, 194 Chatham-Square, 1841
Cortland - Now known as Cortlandt The surface of this town on the north is covered by the highlands, and has some lofty summits, the principal of which is the Kleberg and Anthony's nose. The town has a considerable portion of arable land. Pop. 5,592. Croton and Cortland town are small post villages.
Clearwater's Great Hudson River Revival A Music & Environmental Festival
Clearwater Environmental Organization
"One of the Top 4 Music Festivals in the U.S." Outside Magazine,
"Clearwater is everything a Folk Festival should be; good music, good people and good fun. You'll find your community is bigger when you leave than when you came.", Ani DiFranco
"Playing Clearwater was one of the most fulfilling experiences I've had in music. I feel lucky to have been invited.", Josh Ritter
About Clearwater
"Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, Inc. is a 501(c)3 tax exempt nonprofit, member- supported corporation whose mission is to preserve and protect the Hudson River. In 1966, folk music legend and environmental activist Pete Seeger, in despair over the pollution of his beloved Hudson River, announced plans to “build a boat to save the river”. At the time, the Hudson was rank with raw sewage, toxic chemicals and oil pollution; fish had disappeared over many miles of its length. Seeger believed a majestic replica of the sloops that sailed the Hudson in the 18th and 19th centuries would bring people to the river, where they could experience its beauty and be moved to preserve it. Inspired by that vision, the 106-feet-long tall ship Clearwater was built and launched in 1969. The sloop was among the first vessels in the U.S. to conduct science-based environmental education aboard a sailing ship, virtually creating the template by which such programs are conducted around the world today.
"Since the launch of the Clearwater, more than 430,000 young people and hundreds of thousands of adults have experienced their first real look at an estuary’s ecosystem—fish, invertebrates, water chemistry and ecological principals—aboard the sloop. Clearwater’s environmental education programs now serve more than 15,000 students annually, and the organization also educates over 200 teachers each year through SUNY New Paltz, Pace University and other institutions. Clearwater’s members have helped advocate for the Clean Water Act, the Hudson River Park Act and removal of PCB’s from the Hudson.
"The Clearwater has become America’s Environmental Flagship, and was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004 for its role in the environmental movement. Each summer, Clearwater re-connects Hudson Valley residents with their cultural heritage and traditions by bringing them down to the river for the Great Hudson River Revival, the country’s oldest music and environmental festival. The organization and its local sloop clubs also sponsor smaller local riverfront festivals throughout the year. Clearwater’s unique approach to public outreach has made the Clearwater a symbol of grassroots action through hands-on learning, music and celebration."
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Beczak Environmental Education Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating people about the ecology, culture, and history of the Hudson River, is located at 35 Alexander Street, Yonkers, NY 10701 in Southern Westchester County. Located on the banks of the Hudson River, within the two-acre Habirshaw Park, Beczak offers exciting interactive learning experiences year-round for young and old alike.
We believe that all children need to safely interact with the natural environment for healthy development. Our engaging, interactive learning programs are built on this principle. One of the primary goals of Beczak is to show even our youngest visitors that the river is part of a complex ecosystem that nurtures an amazing diversity of living things, including people.
Beczak offers an extensive curriculum of interactive educational programs designed to teach students about the complexity of the Hudson River and inspire them to become better stewards of this magnificent resource. Each year more than 5,000 school-age children visit Beczak on class trips and with youth organizations.
All our staff members are trained educators with specialized degrees in fields such as marine biology and environmental interpretation. By creating interdisciplinary programs that meet the New York State Department of Education standards for science, social studies, math, art and English language arts, Beczak educators help animate important concepts that many teachers have introduced in their own classrooms.
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Burlington Coat Factory is located at 2500 Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710 in Westchester County. "Find a large assortment of current, high-quality, designer and name-brand merchandise at up to 70% off department store prices. Choose from a large selection of coats, clothing, and shoes for the entire family. Find linens and home décor, and everything you need for baby, from baby bottles to cribs."
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Coyne Park Rifle and Pistol Range is located at 771 McLean Avenue, Yonkers NY 10704 in Westchester County. Coyne Park is a modern, state-of-the-art indoor shooting range conveniently located in Yonkers, New York. Ours is a public range welcoming to all recreational shooters and law enforcement personnel.
"There are many reasons why more than 19 million Americans safely participate in the fun and challenging sport of target shooting. This is a sport that can vary from a leisurely hobby to competing in local and national leagues, or just competing with yourself. If you haven’t yet taken the initial step, come join us, and see what you’ve been missing."
Pistol Safety Course Pistol Safety courses are held on two consecutive Saturdays, usually from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.
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Cross County Shopping Center is located at 8000 Mall Walk in Yonkers, NY 10704 in southern Westchester County. With over 1 million square feet of retail space, Cross County is Westchester's largest mall.
Cross County Shopping Center is conveniently located just off the Cross County Parkway. Anchor stores include Sears, Macy's, and Super Stop & Shop. Also find boutique and specialty shops including Gap, Old Navy, and more. When you're finished shopping, see a movie at Multiplex Cinemas in Yonkers featuring stadium seating and digital sound.
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Dolphin Restaurant Bar & Lounge, serving a Mediterranean Seafood menu with steak, seafood, and pasta options, is located at 1 Van Der Donck Street, Yonkers NY 10701, Westchester County - in the upscale, waterfront Hudson Park complex along the Yonkers landmark pier, part of the re-birth of the Yonkers downtown area.
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The Edward J. Murray Memorial Skating Center is located at 348 Tuckahoe Road, Yonkers, NY 10710 in Southern Westchester County. The Murray Skating Center offers the largest weekly public skating schedule in the area. Most weekend sessions feature current popular music provided by our own “Disc Jockey”.
Voted “Best Ice Skating Rink in 2006, we take pride in our meticulously maintained ice surface and attractive public skating session program. We also offer the most reasonable rates in the area making a family outing both pleasurable and affordable. Top Quality skate rentals and food service are available as well. Bring the family to Murrays’ this weekend and ask about all the other skating and hockey programs the skating center has to offer.
As skaters advance to a higher level, many join the “Yonkers Figures Skating Club”. The Club offers a variety of programs to meets the needs of the serious skater. Those interested may also try out for one of the “Synchronized Skating Teams”. Whether you are interested in figure skating, hockey or just a recreational skate at one of our many public sessions, visit the Murray Skating Center and see what a great experience skating can become for your entire family.
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Gap, including babyGap, GapBody, and GapKids, is located at Cross County Shopping Center, 33 Mall Walk, Yonkers, NY 10704, Westchester County in the lower-Hudson Valley.
Gap Inc. is a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, and Athleta brands.
"Gap, an iconic retail brand, offers inventive American style. Clean, classic clothing and accessories help customers express their individual sense of style."
Gap, including babyGap, GapBody, and GapKids, is located at 2468 Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710 in Westchester County in the lower-Hudson Valley.
Gap Inc. is a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, and Athleta brands.
"Gap, an iconic retail brand, offers inventive American style. Clean, classic clothing and accessories help customers express their individual sense of style."
Habirshaw Park Yonkers, Westchester County Hudson River Valley, New York State
Scenic Hudson is working with New York State, Westchester County, the City of Yonkers and the Beczak Environmental Center to create a five-acre riverfront public park, esplanade and environmental education center with stunning views of the Palisades. Historically the area was dominated by industrial facilities that blocked public access to the river. Once slated for six, 38-story apartment buildings, the property is now protected by a 25-acre conservation easement held by The Scenic Hudson Land Trust. The park is currently open but improvements are continuing.
Directions From Rt. 9/9A south in Yonkers: right on Dock Street, right on River Street, left on Wells Street, right on Alexander Street, park 0.1 mile on left.
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After a day of hiking, walking, or relaxing at the Habirshaw Park, select from one of many excellent restaurants in Yonkers.
Go bowling at Homefield Bowl Bowling Center, a bowling center offering 32 bowling lanes, located at 938 Saw Mill River Road, Yonkers NY, 10710 in southern Westchester County.
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Hudson River Audubon Society of Westchester is a New York chapter of the National Audubon Society. We serve the communities of Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-on-Hudson, Irvington and Yonkers. Our mission is to foster protection and appreciation of birds, other wildlife and habitats, and to be an advocate for a cleaner, healthier environment.
Learn about our programs, field trips, Lenoir Hawk Watch, birding in Westchester, Lenoir Butterfly Garden, Westchester County Bird Checklist, Yonkers Butterfly Checklist, Lenoir Nature Preserve and more. Press blue button for more about Hudson River Audubon Society of Westchester.
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The Hudson River Museum is located at 511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701. The Hudson River Museum collects 19th and 20th century American art and cultural, social and historical material related to the Museum's historic Mansion and the wider Westchester County and Hudson River Valley region. Though the Museum's collecting focus has evolved over its 84-year history, the trustees and staff have always been concerned with the institution's value and relevance to the surrounding region and its residents. The majority of the collections have been donated by Museum members and other local residents.
The Museum's collections have evolved from the original holdings of the Yonkers Museum, which was founded at City Hall in 1919 and relocated to the Yonkers Museum of Arts and Science in 1924. In 1937, H. Armour Smith, an avid collector of fine art, Americana and documentary materials, became director. Smith advocated changing the Museum's name to The Hudson River Museum to acknowledge that its collections documenting the Hudson River Valley were of primary importance to the Museum's goals. In 1956, the transfer of the stuffed elephant Tip, a popular display since 1929, to the Elephant Hotel in Somers, New York, was indicative of the changes that had occurred in the Museum's perception of its mission.
By 1948, the collection had grown to include a small group of 19th and 20th century fine arts, paintings, sculptures, and graphic works, as well as Victorian furniture, decorative arts and costumes, and materials documenting local history. In 1969, the New Wing added approximately 15,000 square feet of gallery space. Whereas previously much of the museum in the Mansion had been devoted to permanent displays, the new galleries were used for changing exhibitions of art, history and science. At the same time, the Mansion's first floor was partially restored, with four furnished period rooms and two small galleries for displaying decorative and historical materials from the collection.
Today, the Museum's collections reflect its mission to provide for development, preservation, and display of 19th and 20th century American art and history. The staff regularly organizes special collection exhibits and loan exhibits in which the permanent collections can play a role. Paintings, furniture and decorative arts are also always on view in the six period rooms in Glenview Mansion and its second floor hall and Lifflander Galleries. Press blue button for more information about The Hudson River Museum.
Click to read review La Lanterna Ristorante & Caffe, serving Italian cuisine with a Swiss twist, is located at 23 Grey Oaks Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710 in southern Westchester County.
Lands' End Shop at Sears is located at the Cross County Shopping Center, Route 87 & Cross County Parkway, Yonkers, NY 10704 in southern Westchester County.
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Lenoir Preserve Nature Center is a 40-acre nature preserve comprised of woodlands and field habitats. It is situated adjacent to the Old Croton Aqueduct on slopes overlooking the Hudson River, providing spectacular views. The property was formerly home to two Hudson River estates and boasts a number of unusual specimen trees and shrubs, imported from around the world.
Every spring and autumn, bird watchers gather to observe major hawk migrations. Nature enthusiasts can learn about raptor identification markings, such as flight patterns and silhouettes, and can take part in official tracking counts of raptors. In summer, the butterfly garden is at its height, visited by a wide variety of butterflies. Nearby, a dragonfly pond provides the necessary habitat for numerous aquatic insects and attracts birds and other wildlife. An organic community gardening area and composting exhibit instruct visitors on environmentally- friendly practices. The butterfly and hummingbird garden is maintained entirely by volunteers from Hudson River Audubon Society.
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After a day of birding, hiking, nature study, or enjoying the scenic views, eat out at one of the excellent Restaurants in Westchester, NY.
Mall at Cross County is located at 750 Central Park Ave in Yonkers NY, southern Westchester County. The Mall at Cross County is enclosed with approximately 22 stores, including: Chase Bank & ATM, GNC, Home Goods, a gym, Sports Authority Sporting Goods, T.J. Maxx, Kids R' Us, Circuit City, Home Goods and more.
Dunwoodie Golf Course is located at 1 Wasylenko Lane, Yonkers, NY 10701. Dunwoodie lies at the top of "Dunwoodie Heights" in the center of the City of Yonkers. It is characterized by dramatic topography and steep slopes. Its layout is a mix of narrow fairways to rolling wide landscapes. The design of the course takes advantage of the natural topography, resulting in a challenging game. Press blue button for golf course layout, scorecard and more about golfing at Dunwoodie Golf Course.
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Sprain Lake Golf Course is located at 290 East Grassy Sprain Road, Yonkers, NY. Sprain Lake, on 130-acres, was designed by golf course architect Tom Winton and is characterized by small greens, rolling terrain and a number of highly challenging holes, with an abundance of water hazards and difficult shots. Because of its long and narrow layout, Sprain Lake offers a mostly linear, back-and-forth style of play. Press blue button for more information.
Go bowling at Paradise Lanes, a bowling center offering 20 bowling lanes, located at 790 Yonkers Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 in Westchester County.
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On November 28, 1776, the same year that 56 Americans signed the Declaration of Independence, well over 200 colonial New Yorkers placed their signatures on a "Declaration of Dependence". These signers were Loyalists, citizens who remained faithful to their sovereign, George III, King of Great Britain. Prominent among the signatures was that of Frederick Philipse III, Lord of the vast Manor of Philipsburg and resident of the elegant mansion known today as Philipse Manor Hall.
Frederick Philipse III and his family lived in luxury, well supported by rents from the many tenant farms on his property. Times were changing, however, and while others rebelled against Great Britain, Frederick III defended the Crown. His Loyalist beliefs were so strong that General George Washington ordered him arrested in 1776. Philipse and his family later fled to British occupied New York City and then to England, where the last "Lord of the Manor", broken in spirit and health, died in 1786. His land and his mansion were confiscated by the New York State Legislature and sold at public auction.
In 1868, after passing through the hands of many owners, the house became Yonkers Village Hall and, in 1872, the first City Hall. By the 20th century, city growth threatened the Manor Hall’s future until it was acquired by New York State in 1908. Today, Philipse Manor Hall serves as a museum of history, art and architecture, as well as host to community organizations, meetings, educational programs and special events. Highlights of the Hall include its 18th century, high style Georgian architecture, a 1750s papier mache Rococo ceiling, and an impressive collection of presidential portraits, including the six Presidents from New York State.
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Sports Authority, Sporting Goods is located at 750 Central Park Ave, Yonkers NY 10704 in southern Westchester County. Sports Authority provides a wide assortment of quality, brand-name sporting goods.
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The Sprain Ridge Mountain Bike Trail in Yonkers offers cyclists a day of fresh air and exercise in a wooded and natural environment. Sprain Ridge Park is a large land preserve with a variety of landscapes, ranging from heavily wooded areas to large and impressive rock outcroppings. The park was previously owned by the Boyce Thompson Institute, a botanical research center, and a result, contains many unusual and exotic woodland plants.
The five miles of mountain bike trails at Sprain Ridge offer challenges to cyclists at every level of ability. The trails wind their way through 278-acres of varied terrain that offers challenges for beginner, intermediate and advanced cyclists. The beginner trail provides cyclists with challenging curves but a relatively level topography.
The intermediate and advanced trails provide experienced cyclists with more of a challenge with trails of increasing grades and challenging topography. There are picnic areas available near all three parking lots and a snack bar is open in season near the swimming pool
Sprain Ridge Park and Pool in Yonkers offers cyclists a day of fresh air and exercise in a wooded and natural environment. Sprain Ridge Park is a large land preserve with a variety of landscapes, ranging from heavily wooded areas to large and impressive rock outcroppings. The park was previously owned by the Boyce Thompson Institute, a botanical research center, and a result, contains many unusual and exotic woodland plants.
The five miles of mountain bike trails at Sprain Ridge offer challenges to cyclists at every level of ability. The trails wind their way through 278-acres of varied terrain that offers challenges for beginner, intermediate and advanced cyclists. The beginner trail provides cyclists with challenging curves but a relatively level topography. The intermediate and advanced trails provide experienced cyclists with more of a challenge with trails of increasing grades and challenging topography.
There are picnic areas available near all three parking lots and a snack bar is open in season near the swimming pool area.
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Things To Do at Sprain Ridge Park Birthday Parties at Sprain Ridge Pool Hiking Trails / Walking Mountain Biking (5 miles of mountain bike trails) Nature Study Picnicking Playground Refreshments Swimming
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Tibbetts Brook Park and Pool, a 161-acre park, is located at Midland Avenue, Yonkers NY 10710, Westchester County. This beautiful park’s offers an exciting new aquatic complex. There’s a spray playground for kids of all ages, in-pool basketball and volleyball, lap lanes for getting in a daily swim workout, and of course, the signature “lazy river” that inspired the re-naming of this fabulous destination as “The Brook.”
Things To Do Ball Fields Biking Birthday Parties at Tibbetts Brook Park and Pool Fishing Hiking / Walking In-line Skating Miniature Golf Course Picnicking Playground Refreshments Swimming - Amazing Aquatic Complex
Birthday Parties for Kids The Brook at Tibbetts has a lazy river, areas for water basketball, a spray playground and more, with extensive picnic areas poolside. Call The Brook at Tibbetts at (914) 231-2865 to arrange a birthday party.
Wheelchair Accessible Accessible indicates that, to the extent practicable, this facility or activity meets the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of facilities.
Westchester's Ridge Hill, an outdoor shopping center, is located at One Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers, NY 10710 in southern Westchester County.
Westchester’s Ridge Hill, the New York metropolitan area’s largest mixed-use outdoor shopping center, spans more than 81.4 acres and will include 1.3 million square feet at full build-out. This shopping destination is conveniently situated just off the New York State Thruway I-87 at Exit 6A, and the Sprain Brook Parkway Tuckahoe Road West Exit, making it easily accessible to New Yorkers and tourists."
Ann Taylor, offering women's clothes, is located at 1 Crossgates Mall, Albany, NY 12203 in Albany, County. "At Ann Taylor we champion the modern working woman and her love of fashion in everything we do . . . Ann Taylor is much more than a high-quality collection of beautiful wear now pieces. We offer a unique combination of fashion, work and flattering fit."
At the Warehouse is located at 20 Learned Street, Albany NY 12207, Albany County in the Hudson Valley.
At the Warehouse features some of the finest artisans selling handmade pottery, art, jewelry, and crafts all set in the background of a 10,000 square foot warehouse loaded with great American Pieces salvaged from local buildings. The building features a gourmet cafe, spacious rest rooms, an ATM and outdoor tables to enjoy your meal in the warm weather.
Every Sunday, until it's too cold, come down to our outdoor flea market featuring 30 vendors.
Big Lots, a department store, is located at 1892 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 in the Capital District.
"As the nation's largest broadline closeout retailer, Big Lots has the power to negotiate the best deals in the business. We sell a broad range of high-quality, brand-name products, including consumables, seasonal items, furniture, housewares, toys, electronics, home decor, tools and gifts."
Burlington Coat Factory is located at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY 12203 in the Capital Region. "Find a large assortment of current, high-quality, designer and name-brand merchandise at up to 70% off department store prices. Choose from a large selection of coats, clothing, and shoes for the entire family. Find linens and home décor, and everything you need for baby, from baby bottles to cribs."
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The Colonie Center is located at 15 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205 in Albany County. "Colonie Center, a 1.3 million square-foot enclosed two-level, regional shopping center with over 100 specialty stores, is at the heart of New York’s Capital Region."
"The center is anchored by Boscov’s, Macy’s, and Sears. LL Bean, the first retail store in New York State, sits proudly on the first level. On the second level, back Colonie Center features the Christmas Tree Shops store, one of only two in the state."
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The Crossgates Mall is located at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY 12203 in the most northwestern county of the Hudson River Valley. Situated in the vibrant Capital Region surrounding Albany, the mall draws visitors from a wide radius including Central New York, the North Country, Western Massachusetts and the Hudson Valley region.
The Crossgates Mall offers premier shopping, dining, and entertainment. Anchor stores include department stores J.C. Penney, and Macy's. After a busy day of shopping, dine in one of Crossgates many restaurants followed by a movie at the Regal Cinema 18 Megaplex movie theaters.
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Dennis Holzman Antiques is located at 240 Washington Ave, Albany NY 12210, Albany County in the Hudson Valley.
Since 1975 we have offered a unique blend of historically significant items, traditional antiques and fine art, stylish objects, rare and out-of-print books, printed ephemera, manuscripts, photographs. Most of our inventory is purchased directly out of local homes and is fresh to the market, a result of having built a reputation for honesty and fair purchasing practices.
We also provide a wide range of services from collection consultation to estate sale management and from informal evaluations to formal appraisals.
Empire State Coin LLC, Coin Collectors, is located at 120 Washington Ave, Ext #142, Albany NY 12203, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York.
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Executive Antiques is located at 17 Interstate Ave, Albany NY 12205, Albany County in the Hudson Valley.
Executive Antiques’ showroom and warehouse features antique furniture from all periods, as well as wrought iron gates, stained glass windows, animation art, hanging candle lighting, marble statues and cast iron urns. We stock items from all parts of the world including Europe and Asia. Currently we have a large varied inventory of many quality items including a large collection of antique British Colonial furniture and accessories.
Ferris Stamp & Coin, Coin Collectors, is located at 114 Central Ave, Albany NY 12206, in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York.
Ferris Stamp & Coin offer a wide range of services related to coin collections. They are specialists in appraisals, buying and selling coins and coin collections, gold and silver, jewelry and jewelry collections, and stamps.
Gap and GapKids is located at Colonie Center, 430 Colonie Center, Albany, NY 12205, in Albany County.
Gap Inc. is a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, and Athleta brands.
"Gap, an iconic retail brand, offers inventive American style. Clean, classic clothing and accessories help customers express their individual sense of style."
Jubic Antiques & Auctions is located at 1137 Central Ave # B, Albany NY 12205, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York.
Lands' End Shop at Sears is located at Colonie Center, 1425 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 in the Capital District.
From Lands' End: "At Lands’ End we design Girls’ Clothing with the quality and value that parents appreciate in styles that girls love. Plus, our Girls’ Clothing offers options for every size from toddler to pre-teen, in slim, plus and everything in between."
Departments include Business Uniforms, Men's Business Clothing, Women's Business Clothing, Embroidered Bags & Totes, Business Gifts, Outerwear, School Uniforms, Shoes, Swimwear, Luggage, For the Home, and Great Sales
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The word is Lands End offers the best return policy. "Guaranteed. Period. If you're not satisfied with any item, simply return it to us (Lands End) at any time for an exchange or refund of its purchase price." Shop Lands' End.
Mach's Treasures Antiques is located at 1274 Central Ave, Albany NY 12205, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York.
Mark Lawson Antiques is located at 492 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 and at 3 Computer Drive West, Colonie NY in Albany County. Call to set-up an appointment at either location. As the proud supporter of PBS affiliate WMHT TV-17, televising Antiques Roadshow, we have helped thousands of satisfied clients in New York’s Capital Region since 1990. If you have cherished family heirlooms that need a new home or simply have things of value sitting unused, we can help you understand the current market value for your items and the best options available to sell. We offer free, private and friendly evaluations by appointment at two convenient locations in Saratoga and Colonie.
Marshalls is located at Northway Mall, 1440 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 in the Capital District.
From Marshalls "Marshalls, never pay full price for fabulous - Designers & savings at every turn - Their labels, our prices."
Marshalls offers an ever-changing assortment of fashionable, brand-name family apparel, home fashions and other merchandise such as toys. Marshalls differentiates itself from T.J. Maxx with a full line of family footwear and The CUBE, an expanded juniors department, as well as a broader men's selection. Marshalls also operates our Marshalls Shoe Shops, which are standalone stores featuring shoes and accessories.
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Metropolis Vintage is located at 32 Fuller Road, Albany NY 12205, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York. Metropolis Vintage is the source for Vintage Clothing, Antique and Vintage Costume Jewelry, Furs, Purses and Accessories. Metropolis offers sales and rentals catering to individuals, Collectors, Dealers, Fashion Designers, Costumers, Visual Merchandisers and the Theater and Film Industries.
One of kind Vintage Party Dresses, Antique Jewelry and Vintage Costume Jewelry, Gorgeous Fur Coats, Jackets and Wraps, Smoking Jackets, Beaded Sweaters, Lucite and Beaded Purses, Hats, Shoes, Velvets and Fur Trimmed Coats, etc.
Estate Sales On an as needed basis, our staff conducts professional estate sales. We sort, organize, clean, research, and price all contents of homes. Then we carefully set up and display the contents to their best advantage. Typically, we run the sale for a weekend. Then we remove trash, donate any leftover items to charity, and leave the house swept clean.
Olde Saratoga Coin Company, Coin Collectors, is located at 1593 Central Ave, Albany NY 12205, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York.
Olde Saratoga Coin Company has been buying and selling coins and precious metals in the Albany, NY area for 30 years. We provide a wide selection of private collections, wholesale, and retail business in the coin and precious metals, and collectibles industry.
Go bowling at Olympic Lanes, a family bowling center, located at 5 Elmwood Road, Albany, NY 12204 in the Capital District.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling coupons Bowling lanes (50) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for children Open bowling Pro Shop Rock N Bowl Scoring (automatic) Tournaments Youth programs
Go bowling at Playdium Bowling Center, a bowling center offering 28 bowling lanes, located at 363 Ontario Street, Albany, NY 12208 in the Capital District.
Enjoy bumper bowling lanes just for kids. Bumpers are great to keep the bowling balls out of the gutters and smiles on the faces of your small children. Also available is Glow Bowling where you bowl with the lights down, great music turned up, and special effects lighting. Press blue button for more about Playdium Bowling Center.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling lanes (28) Bowling leagues Bowling videos Bumper bowling for children Open bowling Snackbar Youth programs
The Pottery Place is located at 1475 Western Ave, Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany, NY 12203 in the Capital District. We are a paint-your-own pottery studio where people of all ages and abilities are welcome to create one of a kind works of art. Our product lines include ceramic painting and Lilly Ollo Silver Clay Jewelry making. We welcome walk-in customers and host parties and programs for both children and adults, including storytime, painting classes, and summer camps.
Things To Do and Party Packages The Pottery Place does parties here, there and everywhere. Plan a birthday party or
Baby Showers Bachelorette Parties Bar & Bat Mitzvahs Birthday Party Bridal Showers Craft Nights Family Reunions Girl Scout Outing Girls Night Out Holiday Celebrations Team Builders
Capital Hills at Albany is located at 65 O'Neil Road, Albany, NY 12208. A rolling hilly challenge is the origin of the course name. Back tees play over 6300 yards and provide a formidable test of golf. The course borders the Norman's Kill creek on six holes. Press blue button for course description, scorecard, course photos, rates, and more about Capital Hills at Albany golf course.
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Go bowling at Redwood Lanes Bowling Center, a bowling center offering 24 bowling lanes, located at 1541 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 in the Capital District.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling lanes (24) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for children Open bowling Pro Shop Rock N Bowl Special Events Youth programs
Silver Fox Salvage at the Warehouse & Indoor/Outdoor Market is located at 20 Learned Street, Albany NY 12207, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York.
We offer an eclectic variety of Decorative Architectural Salvage including antique and vintage lighting, stained and leaded glass, doors and windows, fireplace mantles & inserts, wood flooring, ornate wood trim, metalwork, and antique and reproduction hardware. Over 90% of our items are one-of-a-kind.
We specialize in highly decorative pieces suitable for the home, business, movie set and garden. Whether we purchase it old, new or make it ourselves, the majority of what we sell is geared for the "wow" reaction. Whether it's the 12 foot model airplane, the mounted full Lynx, the bronze cherub antique light fixture, or our signature table made from silo wood and porch posts, the reaction evokes the same response. And we have come to realize that beautiful things can be affordable. The vast majority of our inventory does not last more than a month.
Sports Authority, Sporting Goods is located at 61 Washington Ave Ext, Albany, NY 12205 in the Capital District of Albany. Sports Authority provides a wide assortment of quality, brand-name sporting goods.
Shopping and Services include Clothes, Shoes, Accessories, Games, and more.
Services Bike Repair, CO2 Refills, Fishing Line Winding, Golf Day Shop Golf Hitting Cage, Golf Trade-In Program, Ice Skate Sharpening, Ski Services, Snowboard Services, Tennis Racquet Stringing
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Stuyvesant Plaza is located at 10 Executive Park Drive, Albany, NY 12203 in Albany County. Stuyvesant Plaza is an upscale shopping center featuring one of a kind boutiques, restaurants and the best national chains in a lovely outdoor setting. Stuyvesant Plaza features more than 60 places to shop, from whimsical boutiques to leading apparel stores like Coldwater Creek, Talbot’s and Chico’s. When shopping and dining at Stuyvesant, enjoy the scents of fresh flowers, gourmet chocolates, coffee & cuisine as you stroll down the sidewalks of the Capital Region’s premier lifestyle center. From one-of-a-kind shops to the finest nationally known names in retail, you will love strolling through Stuyvesant Plaza's open air setting.
Go bowling at Sunset Recreation Bowling, a bowling center offering 32 bowling lanes, located at 1160 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 in the Capital District.
"In 1999, we completely remodeled our center. We have undergone many transformations since Charles Hoffman opened with 16 lanes and pinboys in 1940."
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling lanes (32) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for children Honor Scores Open Bowling Scoring (AMF Accuscore scoring system) Specials Tournaments
Swinburne Skating Rink, is located at 26 Broad Street, Albany NY 12202, Albany County in the Hudson Valley. The Swinburne Skating Rink provides an all weather protected ice skating rink for City residents from November through March.
The Times Union Arena is located at 51 South Pearl Street, Albany NY 12207, Albany County in the Hudson Valley. The Times Union Arena is home to the AHL’s Albany Devils and the Siena Saints MAAC basketball team. The Times Union Center continually brings a variety of exciting events to Albany, New York. We have worked hard to make the Times Union Center not only the premier sports and entertainment venue in the Northeast, but also a profitable facility that Albany County residents can be proud of.
In the past few years, we have hosted the NCAA National Championship in hockey (Frozen Four) and wrestling and the Eastern Regional in basketball (Sweet Sixteen) and hockey, as well as the MAAC basketball championship and the ECAC hockey championships.
Aside from professional and college sports, the Times Union Center is also host to an array of other events, including concerts, family shows, ice shows, motorcross and monster truck events and trade shows.
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Williams Panitch, Inc., Coin Collectors, is located at 3 Computer Drive West, Albany, NY 12205, Albany County in the Capital Region of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York
Professional numismatic advice It seems that in every collectibles field, there is a merchant who functions as the "dealers' dealer," working on small profit margins - in large volume.
We've come to be known as a dealers' dealer. Our sources for coins and paper money are primarily other coin dealers and antique dealers who have become familiar with our expertise, and our reputation for offering top current market prices. They provide us with the steady stream of merchandise needed to supply a clientele that we've worked hard to build over the past thirty-two years. Collectors as well, have discovered that they can sell to us with confidence.
We actually encourage you to compare our offer to the competition's! Bill Panitch is a long-time collector and dealer, appointed in 1993, to the Presidential Advisory Committee of the American Numismatic Association, the world’s largest numismatic organization.
Go bowling at Cohoes Bowling Arena, a bowling center offering 14 bowling lanes, located at 309 Ontario Street, Cohoes, NY 12047 in Albany County.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling lanes (14) Bumper bowling for children Bowling leagues (adults and children) Moonlight Bowl Open bowling Pro Shop Special Events
Go bowling at Del Lanes, a bowling center offering 24 lanes, located at 4 Bethlehem Court, Delmar, NY 12054 in the Capital District.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling Lanes (24) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for kids Open Bowling Pro Shop Rock 'N'Glo (Friday and Saturday nights) Specials Tournaments
Refreshments Sports Bar (Satellite TV, pool table)
Conway Ice Arena, offering public ice skating, is located at Hudson Valley Community College, 80 Vandenburgh Avenue, Troy NY 12180, Rensselaer County in the Hudson Valley.
Conway Ice Rink 18,000 square feet of space on ice surface Ice Rental Ice Skating Ice Skating Lessons Locker Rooms Pro shop and professional staff Public Skating Spectator seating for 1,000
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Troy Waterfront Farmers' Market is located at Riverfront Park in Troy, Albany NY 12204, Albany County in the Capital Region of New York. Every Saturday, more than 50 food growers, bakers, chefs and artisans gather to offer the Capital Region’s freshest and finest. At our market, you buy directly from the person who grew it or made it and can tell you how to best cook, use and enjoy it.
Attractions Artisan Wares: pottery, wool and knitted goods Baked Goods Catered Meals: soups, stews, sandwiches and entrees Condiments and Preserves Flowers and Plants Fresh Produce: vegetables, herbs, berries, tree fruit Meat, Poultry, Dairy Music, Food, and Activities Soaps, lotions, cleaning products, textiles Sweeteners and Sweets
Clermont State Historic Site, overlooking the Hudson River, is located at One Clermont Avenue, Germantown, NY 12526 in Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Clermont State Historic Site was the Hudson River seat of New York's politically and socially prominent Livingston Family. Seven successive generations of the family left their imprint on the site's architecture, room interiors, and landscape.
Robert R. Livingston, Jr. was Clermont's most notable resident. His accomplishments include: drafting the Declaration of Independence, serving as first U.S. Minister of Foreign Affairs, administering the oath of office to George Washington, negotiating the Louisiana Purchase, and developing steamboat technology with Robert Fulton. Today, Clermont appears much as it did in the early 20th century . . . Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1973, Clermont is an anchor in the 1990 Hudson River National Landmark District.
American Revolution / War of Independence Because of the Livingston family's prominent role in support of independence, Clermont was burned by British troops under the command of General John Vaughan during a foray up the Hudson River in the autumn of 1777. Margaret Beekman Livingston, who managed the estate during most of the war years, rebuilt the family home between 1779 and 1782.
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Things To Do at Clermont, Home of the Steamboat Bird Watching Gift Shop Group Tours Guided Bird Walk Historic House Special Events
Candlelight tours of museum and grounds Child's Christmas (stories and treats) Croquet Tournament Farm, Food & Music Festival
Tousey Winery is located at 1774 Route 9, Clermont (aka Germantown) NY 12526, southern Columbia County, bordering Dutchess County, in the Hudson Valley. Tousey Winery is part of a family farm renowned for honey bees, honey, candle wax, and fine local wines.
Ray Tousey is a farmer and a beekeeper. Ray has more than 250 hives. He is well known in those parts. He is a ubiquitous presence at farm markets in Columbia and Dutchess counties.
From honey to candles, and bulk beeswax for soap and candle crafters, Ray Tousey and his bees add their unique products to the markets. Kids love to check out Ray’s live bee display and vintage truck. Ray also features a variety of small fruits: currants, gooseberries, raspberries, and heirloom tomatoes. Ray brings hand-made fruit juices, preserves, and his own unique brand of cassis sweetened with honey, not sugar.
All the bee products and the wines can be found at the Rhinebeck Farmer’s Market and the Kingston Farmer’s Market, as well as at their new tasting room that will open this spring.
(p.m.) wine bar is located at 119 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
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The word is "We're newcomers to Hudson, and were so glad to discover pm" offering a "great selection of wine in all price ranges", a warm and cozy atmosphere and excellent "mixologists".
20th Century Gallery, an antique dealer, is located at 556 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit 20th Century Gallery in their 5000 square foot showroom featuring mid-century modern.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
Ad Lib Antiques & Interiors is located at 522 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Ad Lib Antiques & Interiors, handles mostly European antiques furniture, decorative accessories, and a nice selections of European chandeliers, from the 18th to the 20th Century.
American Glory, serving BBQ and American comfort food, is located at 342 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson Valley.
From the owner: "American Glory Restaurant is located in historic Hudson, NY, only two hours north of Manhattan along the scenic Hudson River. Situated in the heart of Hudson’s restaurant district on Warren Street, we’re a 15 minute ride from the Taconic State Parkway or NYS Thruway and within walking distance of the Amtrak station. American Glory specializes in legendary wood smoked BBQ and classic American comfort foods. Our menu includes many vegetarian and gluten free options. American Glory is warm and inviting, filled with the aroma of wood smoked barbecue, hometown comfort foods, enjoyable music, good times and roaring laughter."
The word is Mixed reviews on the food, but the decor is great; and while the downstairs bar is "extremely loud" you have the option to dine upstairs "where acoustics are good for quiet conversation".
Angelika Westerhoff Antiques and Rare Books is located at 606 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Angelika Westerhoff Antiques featuring rare books and a selection of antique tables, lighting and more.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
Arenskjold Antiques Art is located at 605 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Arenskjold specializes in Danish modern, mid-century furniture, and an eclectic mix of fine antiques.
Big Lots, a department store, is located at 300 Fairview Ave, Route 9, Hudson, NY 12534 in Columbia County.
"As the nation's largest broadline closeout retailer, Big Lots has the power to negotiate the best deals in the business. We sell a broad range of high-quality, brand-name products, including consumables, seasonal items, furniture, housewares, toys, electronics, home decor, tools and gifts."
Birgit Antiques is located at 608 1/2 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Birgit Antiques sells art pottery, paintings, furniture, lighting, textiles and other accessories. Birgit specializes in Scandinavian ceramics from the 1930's to the 1980's with pieces by Arne Bang, Kahler, Nils Thorsen, Saxbo, Gunnar Nyland, Palshus, Stig Lindberg, and others.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Birgit Antiques who specializes in Scandinavian ceramics from the 1930's to the 1980's.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
Colonia, an antique dealer, is located at 528 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Colonia offers country, mid-centuy and decorative antique items.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Colonia an antique dealer specializing in country, mid-centuy and decorative antique items.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
Don Baker Farm, a U-Pick farm offering pick-you-own apples, is located at 183 Route 14, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the upper-Hudson Valley. This pick-your-own farm offers many varieties of apples, including McIntosh, Gala, Cortland, Macoun, Mutsu, Empire, Jonagold, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Ida Red, Northern Spy, Rome and Fuji.
Eustace & Zamus Antiques is located at 513 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Eustace & Zamus Antiques is a treasure trove of the unusual and stylish. Specializing in Period American Antiques - Hepplewhite, Federal, Sheraton, Empire, and Chippendale. In Country and, Formal Styles. Decorative accessories of the 18th Century through 20th Century. Priced to suit all pockets.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Eustace & Zamus Antiques specializing in Period American Antiques.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
The Farm at Miller's Crossing is a diversified Demeter-certified biodynamic farm offering Certified Organic produce and CSA shares. Miller's Crossing is located at 81 Roxbury Road, Hudson, NY 12513, Columbia County in the upper-Hudson Valley.
The farm has 30 acres of vegetables within a 60-acre rotation, as well as 75 acres of pasture for our cows. The greenhouse provides room to grow the farm's transplants and bedding plants for sale. Produce is marketed through CSA, local farmers' markets, and wholesale accounts.
CSA members join in the winter and pick up their share of vegetables weekly during the season. Through this type of purchasing consumers and farmers share the risk of a difficult season as well as the bounty of a good year. Because of their diversity, CSA farms rarely have "bad years". In a rainy season, the greens are happy; a hot and dry year grows great tomatoes. The Farm at Miller's Crossing offers regular family sized shares as well as single shares for smaller households.
Organic CSA Products Arugula, Adian Basil, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Broccoli Rabe Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Collard Greens Eggplant: Italian & Japanese Escarole, Kale Radish, Red Round Potatoes Squash, Zucchini Tomatoes, Turnips and more
What is Demeter® USA? Demeter® USA is a certifier of Biodynamic® farms and products. Biodynamic agriculture goes beyond organic, envisioning the farm as a self-contained and self-sustaining organism. In an effort to keep the farm, the farmer, the consumer, and the earth healthy, farmers avoid chemical pesticides and fertilizers, utilize compost and cover crops, and set aside a minimum of 10% of their total acreage for biodiversity. The entire farm, versus a particular crop, must be certified, and farms are inspected annually. In order for a product to bear the Demeter logo it must be made with certified Biodynamic® ingredients and meet strict processing standards to ensure the purest possible product.
Green Acres Farm, a U-Pick farm offering pick-your-own late fall raspberries, is located at 226 Route 82, Hudson NY, Columbia County in the upper-Hudson Valley.
Green Acres' roadside market is open from July thru November, and only sells local produce from their farm and neighboring farms in Columbia County. Enjoy their heirloom tomatoes, fall squashes, fruits and vegetables including late fall raspberries. Do not miss their farm bakery offering, homemade on the farm products including, homemade breads, pies, cookies, muffins and more.
Attractions Farm Bakery Heirloom tomatoes, fall squashes, fruits & vegetables
Harrier Hill Park City of Hudson, Columbia County Hudson River Valley, New York State
This beautiful grassland offers splendid long-distance views of the Catskills and the Hudson River.
These protected acres in Columbia County include breathtaking meadows, wooded bluffs and a hay farm, all near the Stockport Flats Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve. With assistance from the state and Columbia Land Conservancy, we are safeguarding these valuable habitats while enabling people to hike the land and learn about wildlife. Park improvements currently underway include creation of a handicapped-accessible hiking trail and construction of an open-sided pavilion for picnicking and community-group activities.
Things To Do Hiking / Walking Nature Study Picnicking Scenic Views
Directions From Warren Street, City of Hudson: 4.8 miles north on Rte. 9, left on W. Atlantic Avenue at light, right on Rod & Gun Road. Follow Rod and Gun approximately 1/2 mile to entrance gate.
After a day of hiking, walking, or studying the wildlife, dine at one of the many excellent restaurants in Hudson, New York.
Hedstrom & Judd, offering lifestyle furniture and antiques, is located at 401 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Hedstrom & Judd offering lifestyle furniture inspired by antiques with Sweden in mind.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
Hudson Farmers' Market is located at 6th Street & Columbia Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the upper-Hudson Valley. "The purpose of the farmers' market is to provide city and county residents and visitors with convenient access to high quality locally grown, farm fresh produce sold directly by local farmers, and to provide locals farmers with a direct outlet for their farm produce in the city."
Benefits of market shopping is buying produce when it is in season, at their freshest and very best.
Fruits such as Apples (20+ varieties), Blueberries, Peaches, Plums, Cherries - Sweet & Tart, Pears, Apricots, Currants, Gooseberries, Strawberries and Raspberries.
Additional products include Cacti and Hanging Plants, Fresh Flowers, Teas, Baked Goods, Breads, Focaccia, Cakes, Pies, Cookies, Prepared foods such as Soups, Tomato Sauce, Chicken Pot Pies, Meatloaf and more. Jams and Jellies, Eggs, Meat - Beef Pork Lamb and Chicken, Wool yarn and wool items, Selected crafts and more.
Hudson Supermarket, antiques dealer, is located at 310 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
Hudson Supermarket is 7,000 square feet of soaring space that once served as a supermarket and is now a dynamic antique and vintage furnishings market. Featuring twelve dealers whose merchandise acts as a timeline from the very ancient to the very modern, our inventory is ever evolving and always inspiring.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Hudson Supermarket in 7,000 square feet of soaring space that once served as a supermarket and is now a dynamic antique and vintage furnishings market.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.
The Inn at Hudson, a bed and breakfast, is located at 317 Allen Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the upper-Hudson Valley. The inn is centrally located in an elegant and historic neighborhood of a town whose architecture spans the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. The Inn is within easy walking distance of several excellent restaurants, as well as Warren Street's renowned stretch of shops, and landmark civic buildings.
The word is Everyone agrees The Inn at Hudson is fabulous; "Just a few blocks from Hudson's main drag, teeming with antiques shops, is this elegant 1906 brick Dutch and Jacobean mansion"; "Warm, friendly, charming, thoughtful, and generous owners"; "Large, beautiful rooms are quiet and comfortable".
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a getaway weekend to Hudson, NY. Historic Hudson offers an amazing selection of antique shops with many high-end antiques. Take a scenic drive or a relaxing train ride from New York's Penn Station to Hudson, NY where you'll find a premier antique district on Warren Street, just a short walk from the Inn at Hudson.
John Doe Books & Records is located at 347 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
"The name fits the description for this legendary record store in Upstate New York. Actually the residence of Bunny Brains mastermind Dan Seward, John Doe is tucked away on the main drag of Warren Street and has only a small guidepost that signals the location of this vinyl sanctuary . . . all of the contents of the store are his collection, with virtually no organizational pattern whatsoever. The shop is, therefore, strictly for serious vinyl lovers - those willing to spend hours sifting through stacks and stacks of records in order to find what they're looking for."
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to Hudson; a leading antique district in Columbia County in New York State. You will find great antique stores, charming places to eat, and "different" types of shops such as Jean Deux Books & Records.
Keegan's Restoration is located at 515 Columbia Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Dee Keegan restores fine furniture using French Polishing, the chosen method for the finishing of high quality furniture.
In the caring for, maintenance of, and restoration of fine furniture, whether undertaken in the workshop or on site, we use only traditional methods. In order to maintain the integral value of your antique furniture, we utilize the same time tested and proven traditional finishes, materials and methods that have been in use for over 250 years. Press blue button for more about the restoration of fine antiques.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to historic Hudson; a leading antique district in Columbia County in New York State. Find an amazing array of antique stores, charming places to eat, and unique shops such as Jean Deux Books & Records.
Kendon Antiques is located at 508 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Kendon Antiques specializes in quality 18th and 19th century American formal and country furniture, paintings and prints, Folk Art, collectibles and Vintage Toys. Press blue button for more about Kendon Antiques in the heart of New York's antique district.
Spend a day antiquing in Hudson New York. Take the Amtrak at Penn Station in NYC to New York's major antique center on Warren Street in the historic city of Hudson, where you can visit Kendon Antiques specializing in American formal and country furniture.
Keystone on the Hudson is located at 746 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534 in Columbia County. Keystone is the creation of James Russell Godman, Jr. a second generation antique dealer born in San Francisco, CA and raised in Cincinnati. Godman maintained his business in Cooperstown, NY for 20 years, where, he dealt in early Americana furniture. He moved his business to Hudson, NY in 1997 and completely changed his business to include a vast inventory of architectural elements, religious statuary, garden furniture and eccentricities.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Keystone on the Hudson featuring architectural elements, religious statuary, garden furniture and eccentricities.
Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to Hudson; a leading antique district in Columbia County, New York State. Find an array of amazing antique stores, charming places to eat, and unique on of a king shops on the streets of Hudson, New York.
Mark & Larry Antiques is located at 612 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County, in the Hudson River Valley.
Plan a daytrip antiquing. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Mark & Larry Antiques in their 2000 sq. ft. space that offers a constantly changing inventory of architectural, industrial design, furniture, paintings and pottery.
Mark McDonald, an antiques dealer, is located at 555 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Mark McDonald exhibits and sells antiques belonging to the mid-century period in an 8,000 sq. ft. space.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Mark McDonald specializing in mid-century modern.
Mount Merino Manor is located at 4317 Route 23 Hudson, New York 12534 in Columbia County in the Upper-Hudson Valley. Mount Merino Manor is a luxury Bed and Breakfast in a private country setting. Drive through the stone pillars and up the tree-canopied drive to experience a sense of history.
Home to seven guest rooms and suites, many with decorative fireplaces, whirlpool tubs and walk-in spa showers, this bed and breakfast is ideal for a romantic getaway. Experience an exquisite sunset from the wraparound porch or just relax in a whirlpool tub and soak in the moonlight. Sitting on a lush hilltop, surrounded by 100-acres of shaded woodlands, this stately Victorian has magnificent views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains.
Naga Antiques is located at 536 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Naga Antiques, Ltd., has been dedicated to offering Japanese Screens and fine Asian antiques since 1971. We are a leading source for Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, porcelains, lacquer, sculpture, and furniture.
Currently we have an inventory of over 300 antique, one-of-a-kind screens in two-, four-, and six-panel format, including subject matter such as landscapes, animals, flowers, and genre scenes Our screens range from the 16th century to the 20th century, and we also offer a screen restoration service using authentic methods and materials in the time-honored Japanese manner.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Naga Antiques offering 16th century to 20th century unique screens.
Take a scenic drive or take an Amtrak train to historic Hudson's premier antique district in Columbia County, New York State.
Noonan Antiques is located at 551 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Noonan Antiques dealing in fine 18th Century 19th and 20th Century American and Continental furniture, decoration and eccentricities.
Olana State Historic Site, overlooking the Hudson River, is located at 5720 Route 9-G, Hudson, NY 12534 in Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Olana is a masterpiece created by Frederic Edwin Church (1826 - 1900), one of the most renowned American artists of the Hudson River School. The stone, brick, and polychrome stenciled Persian-style villa is the best known element of Olana. Church designed "the castle" as the family home for his wife and four children, as well as a multidimensional work of art.
Olana encompasses the house, the farm and the entire 250-acre estate. The picturesque landscape, with panoramic vistas of the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains, like the house, was designed by Church. Visitors throughout the year enjoy guided and self-guided tours of the Church-inspired landscape.
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Things To Do Artists (Children can stop by the Wagon House for pencils and paper.) Bird Watching Gardens Gift Shop Guided Tours Hiking Trails / Walking on the carriage roads Historic Site Maurice Sharp Gallery Museum Store Picnic Area Scenic Views
Peter Jung Fine Art is located at 512 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Peter Jung specializes in 19th and 20th Century American and European paintings.
Regan & Smith Antiques is located at 602 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Regan & Smith Antiques.
Take a scenic drive or take the Columbia County Amtrak route to historic Hudson on the water; a leading antique district New York State. You will find great antique stores, charming places to eat, and "different" types of shops such as John Doe Books & Records.
Skalar Antiques is located at 438 1/2 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
Plan a daytrip and visit historic Hudson New York located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from Hudson, New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Skalar Antiques featuring mid-century modern and art deco.
Stair Auctioneers & Appraisers is located at 549 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Stair is a full-service auction house equipped to handle the sale of a single item or an entire estate.
Sutter Antiques is located at 556 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Alfons currently (2010) deals in Biedermeir, Empire and Art Deco furniture. He also has a vast collection of decorative objects and lighting. Sutter Antiques has been mentioned in such publications as Elle Decor and House Beautiful. In April of 2002, Architectural Digest listed Sutter Antiques as one of the top 100 sources for interior designers.
If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Sutter Antiques featuring Biedermeir, Empire and Art Deco furniture.
Take a scenic drive or hop on a train to the Amtrak Station at Hudson in Columbia County. Enjoy a short walk to the premier antique district located in historic Hudson.
Vince Mulford Antiques is located at 417 - 419 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley. Visit Vince in his wonderful 10,000 square foot space that he now calls home and shop. Press blue button and then click on "shop talk" to explore Vince Mulford's unusual home and beautiful collection of antiques.
Plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Vince Mulford Antiques in his beautifully renovated 10,000 square foot space that he also calls home.
From New York City take the Amtrak to Columbia and visit New York's premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson.
Warren Street Antiques is located at 322 Warren Street, Hudson NY 12534, Columbia County in the Hudson River Valley.
From Manhattan, take the Amtrak to Columbia Hudson Station and visit this premier antique district in this historic city on the shores of the Hudson River; offering a large and upscale selection of antique stores.
The Bard Music Festival is located at Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 in Dutchess County.
From Bard Music Festival
History of the Festival "The Bard Music Festival was founded in 1990 to promote new ways of understanding and presenting the history of music to a contemporary audience. Each year, a single composer is chosen as the main subject. The biography of the composer, the influences and consequences of that composer's achievement, and all aspects of the musical culture surrounding the time and place of the composer's life are explored. Perhaps the most important dimensions of the festival are the ways in which it links music to the worlds of literature, painting, theater, philosophy, and politics and brings two kinds of audience together: those with a long history of interest in concert life and first-time listeners, who find the festival an ideal place to learn about and enjoy the riches of our musical past.
"The festival also seeks to bridge the worlds of performance and scholarship in new and exciting ways. As a result of this collaboration, each concert is curated and the concert format varies, so that different genres and instrumental groupings appear in a single program, breaking the mold of the standard vocal recital, piano recital, or quartet concert. Concerts are complemented by informative preconcert talks, panel discussions by renowned musicians and scholars, and special events. In addition, each season Princeton University Press publishes a book of essays, translations, and correspondence relating to the festival’s central figure.
"The Bard Music Festival weekends include orchestral concerts by the American Symphony Orchestra, chamber and choral music performances, panel discussions, and lectures by noted scholars."
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The Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College is located in Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504 in Dutchess County.
From Fisher Center "The Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College is located in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, situated on the east bank of the Hudson River in the beautiful Hudson Valley, about 90 miles north of New York City and 220 miles southwest of Boston. It is surrounded by several beautiful Hudson Valley estates, including Montgomery Place, Clermont, Olana, Mills Mansion, the Vanderbilt Estate, and the Roosevelt Home and Museum, all of which are open to the public. Other nearby attractions include the Culinary Institute of America, Cary Arboretum, Innisfree Garden, country auctions, wineries, pick-your-own vegetable and fruit farms, nature sanctuaries, and historic river ports. Special events during Bard SummerScape and the Bard Music Festival include daily tours of the Hudson River houses and riverboat excursions.
"The Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts offers an architecturally bold and dynamic environment for innovative artistic presentation in the Hudson Valley. Designed by Frank Gehry, the Fisher Center provides audiences with a world-class complex that inspires risk-taking performances and provocative programs in orchestral, chamber, and jazz music and theater, dance, and opera by American and international artists. The Center is also home to Bard College's Theater Program and Dance Program."
Spend a few days or weekend in beautiful Dutchess County. Enjoy hiking in Dutchess, or visiting the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, a true living museum of antique aviation located in Rhinebeck, New York. If you love antiques, be sure to go antiquing in Rhinebeck, or see historic sites in Hyde Park where you can visit the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Library and home of FDR, one of several National Historic Sites in the beautiful Hudson Valley.
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"The lover of the expressive in nature, or the beautiful in art, will find here innumerable subjects for study. The natural scenery in many portions approaches the character of grandeur, and the foreground of rich woods and lawns, stretching out on all sides of the mountain, completes a home landscape of dignified and elegant seclusion, rarely surpassed in any country" by Andrew Jackson Downing
Montgomery Place, a serene reflection of nearly 200 years of continuous family stewardship, is best known as an architectural landmark designed by Alexander Jackson Davis and a landscape influenced by the great Andrew Jackson Downing. But the totality of the estate - house furnishings, gardens, woodlands, orchards, and hamlet make it a unique American treasure.
A National Historic Landmark, Montgomery Place is an extraordinary 434-acre Hudson River estate with magnificent views of the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains. It is located on historic River Road in the hamlet of Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, just north of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge.
Montgomery Place was established by Janet Livingston Montgomery, widow of Revolutionary War hero General Richard Montgomery. She built the Federal-style house in 1804-05 and established a prosperous commercial nursery on the property. During the first half of the 19th century, her descendants created one of the most beautiful estates in the nation. The era's preeminent designers, architect Alexander Jackson Davis and landscape designer Andrew Jackson Downing, assisted them in their endeavor. In 1850, Downing wrote that Montgomery Place is "...nowhere surpassed in America in point of location, natural beauty, or landscape gardening charms." In the 1930s, the generation living there created a 20th-century horticultural showcase, one that continues to flourish today.
Blue Sky Balloons is located at 99 Teller Ave, Beacon NY 12508, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Blue Sky Balloons operates FAA certified balloons by FAA certified pilots and has been providing hot air balloon rides in the Hudson Valley, NY for over 36 years with a perfect safety record.
We fly from the heart of the Hudson valley and are near New York City, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. We offer gift certificates, private rides, and accommodate group bookings. More than half our flights are gifts or celebrations such as anniversaries, birthdays, or other special occasions such as engagement flights.
A great family outdoor adventure. Try man's oldest form of aviation. Flights are scheduled in the mornings just after sunrise and in the evenings just prior to sunset, We are located only a short drive from NYC and we can meet you at the Metro North train station in Beacon. Scheduling is done on a first come, first served basis, with October being our busiest month.
Common Ground Farm is a CSA farm, is located at P.O. Box 148, Beacon, NY 12508, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Common Ground Farm also serves our community as an educational model for people of all ages to learn how foods grow, how to raise ecologically sound crops without chemical fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides, and how to keep farmland healthy for generations to come.
At Common ground Farm you can
Fill your basket every week with locally grown vegetables and herbs.
Attend educational workshops.
Know your farmers and work alongside them.
Know where and how your food grows.
Help keep the Hudson Valley beautiful, green and productive.
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CSA Products Flowers Vegetables
Including Arugula Basil Bok choy Broccoli Green beans Lettuces Onions Parsley Potatoes Snow Peas
Dia:Beacon Riggio Galleries is located at 3 Beekman Street in Beacon, NY 12508.
In May 2003, Dia opened Dia:Beacon, Riggio Galleries, a museum to house its renowned but rarely seen permanent collection comprised of major works of art from the 1960s to the present. Located on the Hudson River in Beacon, New York, Dia:Beacon occupies a nearly 300,000-square-foot historic printing factory.
The Beacon museum’s expansive galleries have been specifically designed for the display of the artworks to which Dia is committed, many of which, because of their character or scale, could not be easily accommodated by more conventional museums.
Works installed at the museum range from the1978 Shadows (a single work comprising multiple canvases) by Andy Warhol; to three of Richard Serra's monumental sculptures in the Torqued Ellipses; "monuments" for V. Tatlin, a series of fluorescent light works by Dan Flavin; several mixed-media installations by Joseph Beuys and Agnes Martin’s 1999 paintings Innocent Love, among others. Each artist’s work is displayed in a dedicated gallery or galleries: in many cases these presentations were created in collaboration with the artists themselves.
The Building and Site Built in 1929 by Nabisco (National Biscuit Company), the historic steel, concrete, and glass factory building, designed by Nabisco’s staff architect Louis N. Wirshing, Jr., is a model of early-twentieth-century industrial architecture. Press blue button for visitor information and more about Dia:Beacon Riggio Galleries.
Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Park / Beacon Point Park Beacon, Dutchess County Hudson River Valley, New York State
"Scenic Hudson has created "An exciting riverfront destination boasting a kayak pavilion and beach for launching boats, rehabilitated wetlands and meadows that attract wildlife, and the restored, historic Red Barn, now Scenic Hudson's River Center for arts and environmental-education activities. One of the most popular attractions in the park, at Long Dock's tip, is Beacon Point, a shoreline installation by renowned artist George Trakas. The work projects out over the river (at high tide, water actually flows through it), making this a perfect place to fish, sunbathe and admire magnificent vistas of Newburgh Bay and the Hudson Highlands."
Things To Do at Long Dock Park Biking Birding and nature study Boat launch site for kayaks & canoes Fishing Pier Hiking / Walking Trails Picnicking
Directions From Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, go 1.8 miles south on Route 9D, right on Beekman Street, Right on Red Flynn Drive then immediate left on Long Dock Road.
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Madam Brett Park Beacon, Dutchess County Hudson River Valley, New York State
Madam Brett Park is an urban oasis along the Fishkill Creek in Beacon featuring tranquil trails and a beautiful waterfall. This 12-acre park connects to the "Beacon Shoreline Trail" providing a link between Dennings Point, Long Dock Beacon and the Beacon train station.
One mile of trails along the Fishkill Creek lead to scenic overlooks of tidal marshes and Tioronda Falls.
Things To Do Hiking / Walking Trails Picnicking Scenic Waterfall
Directions From Newburgh-Beacon Bridge head 3.2 miles south on Route 9D, turn right on Tioronda Avenue, then left under the railroad trestle. Parking area is on the left.
Spend a few hours enjoying Madam Brett Park. When it's time to eat, select from one of many excellent restaurants in Dutchess County.
Mount Beacon Beacon, Dutchess County Hudson River Valley, New York State
Mount Beacon towers above Beacon and Fishkill at the northern gateway to the Hudson Highlands.
Mount Beacon is the most visible summit for miles around, providing the defining backdrop for local communities. Its prominence made the mountain an important factor in the Revolutionary War when it served as part of the Continental Army's early warning and signaling system. George Washington's troops set signal fires to communicate vital information about British troop movements. Mount Beacon is named for the beacon fires lit upon its summit during the Revolutionary War.
The incline railway, the steepest of its kind in the world at the time, carried visitors to the heights of the mountain for dining, dancing and enjoying spectacular views, from 1902 until the late 1970s.
Mount Beacon Park was created on land preserved by Scenic Hudson in the City of Beacon and Town of Fishkill. Totaling 234 acres, the parcels were purchased in 1995 and 1998, respectively.
Things To Do Birding | Bird Watching Hiking / Walking Trails Nature Study Picnicking Scenic Views
Interesting Points Revolutionary War reference
Directions Parking area and trailhead are located at the intersection of Route 9D and Howland Avenue in the City of Beacon.
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Go bowling at Southern Dutchess Bowl, a bowling center offering 32 bowling lanes, located at 629 State Route 52, Beacon, NY 12508 in Southwestern Dutchess County.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling lanes (32) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for children Cosmic Rock Bowl Open bowling Pro Shop Specials Automatic Scoring
The Beatrix Farrand Garden Association is located at 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538. "Beatrix Farrand was a landscape gardener whose work defined the American taste in gardens throughout the first half of the 20th century. For generations, gardens consisted of tender and annual plants set out each year in elaborately shaped beds cut into lawn. Farrand joined the likes of England's Gertrude Jekyll and William Robinson in championing the use of perennial plants in combinations based upon color harmony, bloom sequence and texture. This was the birth of the mixed border that is standard in gardens today.
"Beatrix Farrand's work represents the very epitome of her craft. As such, she was sought after by the most powerful individuals and institutions of her day. While most of her gardens have been lost to time, notable exceptions include the Rockefeller's Eyrie Garden in Maine, large portions of the Princeton and Yale campuses, and Dumbarton Oaks, in Washington, D.C., indisputably one of the great gardens of the world.
"This rarified context should give present-day visitors to the Beatrix Farrand Garden at Bellefield a better sense of the treasure that lies within its fieldstone walls. Bellefield, an elegant 18th century house remodeled by famed architects McKim, Mead and White for Thomas and Sarah Newbold, now serves as the headquarters for the National Park Service.
"The restoration has resulted in a stunning display of perfectly composed borders - pink; white; blush, cream and grey; and mauve and purple - set off by vine-traced walls and clipped hemlock hedges. Thanks to a recent grant from the Jane W. Nuhn Charitable Trust, a third and final garden gate has been created using Farrand's own working drawings. This magnificent oak door, replete with elaborate Arts & Crafts style hardware, was handmade by local artisans, and is now installed at Bellefield."
The Beatrix Farrand Garden at Bellefield is open to the public free of charge.
Hours are 7 days a week, 7am to sunset. Closed Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Day.
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"During the growing season, we can be found working in the garden every Tuesday morning. Please stop by for a visit."
The home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, a National Historic Site, is located at 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Visit the Home of FDR and Presidential Library & Museum to learn about the only President elected to four terms.
"All that is within me cries out to go back to my home on the Hudson River." FDR The above quote captures FDR's connection to Springwood, the estate that he loved and the place he considered home. The first US Presidential Library was started by FDR here.
The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site includes:
FDR's Springwood, the lifelong home of America's only 4-term President
Presidential Library and Museum
Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill Cottage
Summer Programs for children and their families
Guided tour of FDR's home
Self-guided tour of the Museum, grounds, gardens, and trails of this 300-acre site.
Self-guided tour of the Museum, grounds, gardens, and trails of this 300-acre site. Start your visit at the Henry A. Wallace Visitor and Education Center and watch the introductory film. Arrange for self guided tours of the Presidential Library and Museum, and Ranger-led tours of the historic home. Visit FDR’s Top Cottage retreat, the place he built in 1938 to, "escape the mob" at Springwood. He also brought close friends and political allies here to discuss the state of the world or to simply relax. Designed by FDR to emulate the Dutch colonial architecture found throughout the Hudson River Valley, the structure was planned with accessibility in mind to accommodate his wheelchair and give him greater independence.
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The word is At least one day is recommended to experience Franklin D. Roosevelt, National Historic Site. Visit Springwood, Top Cottage retreat, and Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill Cottage along with the grounds, the library, family events and more.
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is located at 4079 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park NY 12538; on the eastern shore of the Hudson River, four miles north of Poughkeepsie, New York, midway between New York City and Albany. The Library is easily reached by car, train or plane.
History of the FDR Library and Museum The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is America's first presidential library and the only one used by a sitting president. It was conceived and built under President Roosevelt's direction and opened to the public in 1941.
Prior to Roosevelt's Presidency, the final disposition of Presidential papers was left to chance. Although a valued part of the nation's heritage, the papers of chief executives were private property which they took with them upon leaving office . . .
In erecting his library, Roosevelt created an institution to preserve intact all his papers . . .
"Fireside Chat" from the Library, December 24, 1943. Roosevelt's actions served as a precedent. When Congress passed the Presidential Libraries Act in 1955, it regularized the procedures initiated by President Roosevelt for privately built and federally maintained libraries to preserve the papers of future Presidents . . .
. . . He visited the library often during the war to sort and classify his records and memorabilia; and from his study in the library he delivered several of his famous radio speeches or "fireside chats".
In early planning for the Library the President expressed the hope that Mrs. Roosevelt's papers would eventually find a place here . . . At the time of her death in 1962 Eleanor Roosevelt's papers totaled a staggering three million pages. In 1972, the wings FDR envisioned were added to the original building. Mrs. Roosevelt's papers were stored in the South Wing, and a gallery devoted to Eleanor and her life and accomplishments was created in the museum portion of the new addition.
The Library reflects the vision that its founder displayed when he spoke at the dedication of the library on June 30, 1941. To maintain archival facilities and records, he stated: ". . . a Nation must believe in three things. It must believe in the past. It must believe in the future. It must, above all, believe in the capacity of its own people so to learn from the past that they can gain in judgment in creating their own future." by Franklin Delano Roosevelt
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The Hyde Park Antiques Center is located at 4192 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Hyde Park Antiques, with 9,500 square feet of antique vendor space, offers authentic antiques, vintage clothing, collectibles, and home decor.
Journey Inn Bed & Breakfast is located at One Sherwood Place, Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Journey Inn is a fine Hyde Park Bed & Breakfast across from the Vanderbilt Mansion and just north of The Culinary Institute of America(CIA) and President Franklin D. Roosevelt's home and library.
After a day of hiking, antiquing, or visiting historic sites in Hyde Park, enjoy a picnic with produce from a local farm in Dutchess County or dine in one of many excellent restaurants in Hyde Park, Rhinebeck and other nearby villages.
Quality Inn is located at 4142 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538 in Dutchess County. The Quality Inn hotel is just a stone's throw from the Hudson River. This Hyde Park, New York hotel provides easy access to many local points of interest, including the United States Military Academy at West Point, Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Vassar College and the Mid-Hudson Civic Center.
Hyde Park is home to a variety of historical landmarks, including the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) and the Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site are only four miles from the hotel. Beautiful parks dot the landscape providing access to Dutchess County fishing spots, hiking trails, and Dutchess County biking trails.
The River Connection is located at 9 West Market Street, Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Learning to kayak safely, effectively and efficiently is best done with the help of a qualified instructor. The lead instructors for the River Connection Kayak Instructional Courses and Kayak Tours are American Canoe Association Certified Instructors.
Skills development courses are worth months of just paddling around. After your course, get out and practice your strokes and rescues. Attend one of our TuneUp Sessions to build on the skills you already have and to keep your skills fresh. If you are interested in sightseeing and going places, consider one of our guided Kayak Tours.
Guided Kayak Tour: Historic Hyde Park Region
An Island, a beautiful creek, a lighthouse, historic mansions, serene scenery fill this area of the Hudson with magic. One of our favorite destination paddle spots. Following the cove out into the Hudson River and past Bard Rock, the island directly to the north is Esopus Island. There is a small beach on the southeast side of the island and a few sheltered spots on the west side. Black Creek lies directly across from Esopus Island along the west shore of the river. This area of the Hudson River has been long known as a favored Bald Eagle watching area. North of Norrie Point lies Mills Mansion on the eastern shore and beyond the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse can be seen.
Shaupeneak Ridge Louisa Pond, Ulster County Hudson River Valley, New York State
Deer, foxes, coyotes and wild turkeys roam this rugged and beautiful property in the Marlboro Mountains
In addition to great hiking and mountain biking, educators can use this 570-acre park as an outdoor classroom; this mountain forest featuring a pond, waterfall, hiking trails and views of the Hudson River and Catskills is a great place for children to learn about ecology and environmental ethics.
Perfect for nature study, hiking and mountain biking. Six miles of trails. Great views of eastern Hudson River shore and Catskill Mountains.
Things To Do Birding | Bird Watching Fishing (Contact local guides for information.) Hiking Trails Mountain Biking Nature Study Picnicking Scenic Views
Directions Crossing Mid-Hudson Bridge from east to west, take Route 9W north for 8.2 miles. Left on Old Post Road. Lower parking lot is 0.2 miles on right. For upper lot, follow Old Post Road to Poppletown Road, which splits off to the right. Parking area is on the left, 2.5 miles from intersection of 9W and Old Post Road.
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After a day of hiking, nature study or mountain biking in this scenic wonderland, pack a picnic from the produce at one of the local farms in the Hudson Valley. Or dine at one of the many excellent restaurants in Ulster, New York.
Val-Kill at Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site is located at Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley.
“The greatest thing I have learned is how good it is to come home again,” Eleanor Roosevelt
This simple statement expresses her love for the modest house she called Val-Kill. The only National Historic Site dedicated to a first lady, Val-Kill welcomes visitors in the style of Mrs. Roosevelt. Come and be part of the entire Roosevelt Experience at Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill.
Eleanor Roosevelt chose Val-Kill for her retreat, her office, her home, and her "laboratory" for social change during the prominent and influential period of her life from 1924 until her death in 1962. During that time she formulated and carried out her social and political beliefs. This is the place most closely associated with one of the most prominent women of 20th-century America.
Eleanor Roosevelt Center at Val-Kill (ERVK) works to preserve ER's home as a living memorial, a center for exchange of significant ideas, and a catalyst for change and the betterment of the human condition. They offer programs such as the Girls Leadership Workshop, held every summer.
Enjoy fun things to do with your children this summer. Join a park ranger for free Summer Family Programs. Press blue button for a schedule and description of Family walks and hikes on the grounds of the FDR estate. "Play like Franklin Roosevelt did in the olden days of the 19th century. Learn to use a Jacob’s ladder, a jump rope, or the hoop and stick." Previous scheduled walks for children included:
Springwood Stroll: A Historic Site Grounds Walk ER’s Woodland Walk: Nature Study at Val-Kill FDR’s Boyhood Fun
Note: Children ages 4 and up, and for big kids of all ages.
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The word is At least one day is recommended to experience Franklin D. Roosevelt, National Historic Site. Visit Springwood, Top Cottage retreat, and Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill Cottage along with the grounds, the library, family events and more.
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site is located at 119 Vanderbilt Park Road, Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. "Vanderbilt Mansion NHS, in terms of architecture, interiors, mechanical systems, road systems and landscape, is a remarkably complete example of a gilded-age country place, illustrating the political, economic, social, cultural, and demographic changes that occurred as America industrialized in the years after the Civil War. Vanderbilt Mansion was the first home in the Town of Hyde Park to have electricity.
"The Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site was established as a monument to an era rather than a tribute to any one person or family. The estate illustrates a way of life modeled on the English country house and is only unusual today because so few examples survive in the 21st century. More than a place to discuss the lifestyles of the rich and famous, the park offers a window into the philosophy of the American country house, the lives of its domestic staff, and its relationship to the surrounding community.
Formal Gardens "The Frederick W. Vanderbilt Garden Association was formed in 1984 with a mission to restore the Formal Gardens as closely as possible to their appearance in the 1930s." Visitors may walk the grounds, hike carriage trails, or picnic at the overlook." The above information is sourced from the National Park Service.
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The word is Tour the house and stroll the 200 + acres of park land that boast centuries old tree plantings, stunning Hudson River and Catskill Mountain views and Italian Gardens. At least one full day is recommended to experience the Vanderbilt Mansion and Franklin D. Roosevelt, National Historic Sites.
Bardavon is located at 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Since its construction, the Bardavon has existed not only as a superb performing arts venue, but also as a cultural and educational mentor and advocate for the community's youth. On the day after its opening performance on February 1, 1869, the theatre was pressed into service to host a bazaar for the benefit of the local orphanage. By laying temporary flooring over the tops of seats in the orchestra section, the hall was transformed into an indoor fairground.
Today, out of an overall audience of 120,000, the Bardavon serves some 40,000 children and teens annually with two special school day performance series and a broad-based arts-in-education residency program both at the Bardavon, Poughkeepsie and Ulster Performing Arts Center, Kingston.
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Bardavon 1869 Opera House is located at 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The Bardavon 1869 Opera House is a leading performance venue that presents touring artists of the highest quality in theater, dance, music, opera, and other performance genres. The Bardavon also strives to foster the development and presentation of new works. Each season the Bardavon's diverse offerings include Mainstage shows, Hudson Valley Philharmonic concerts, educational Daytime Performances, School Residencies as well as Community Service events. This variety ensures that the Bardavon is accessible to all who seek entertaining and inspiring live performances.
Since its construction in 1869 as the Collingwood Opera House, the Bardavon has taken a piece of each era in its long lifetime with it into the future. They have defined the Bardavon's distinctive position in the history of a community, a nation, an art form. Transformed from a 19th Century performance hall and gathering place into a movie palace in 1923, the theatre was retrieved from demolition in 1976 to become the leading performing arts and cinema venue of the Hudson Valley region that it is today. The stage has seen the great performers from all these eras: Mark Twain, Sarah Bernhardt, John Philip Sousa, the Barrymores, Martha Graham, Frank Sinatra, Milton Berle, Tommy Dorsey and more recently Dizzy Gillespie, Ballet Hispanico, Patti Smith, Pinchas Zukerman, Greg Allman, James Earl Jones, Harry Belafonte and many, many more.
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For your dining pleasure, select a restaurant within walking distance of Bardavon, or a restaurant that is just a short drive from the theatre.
Burlington Coat Factory is located at 1895 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 in Dutchess County. "Find a large assortment of current, high-quality, designer and name-brand merchandise at up to 70% off department store prices. Choose from a large selection of coats, clothing, and shoes for the entire family. Find linens and home décor, and everything you need for baby, from baby bottles to cribs."
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Clinton House State Historic Site is located at 549 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602 in Dutchess County. The Clinton House is an 18th century Georgian stone building, named for George Clinton, who served as the first Governor of New York and fourth Vice-President of the United States.
The vernacular stone house now known as Clinton House State Historic Site was built in 1765. The house was actively utilized from 1777 - 1783 when Poughkeepsie was the capital of New York State and several branches of state government convened in town. After a fire in 1783, General George Washington's New Windsor Cantonment ordered carpenters to rebuild this important structure. In addition to repairs, the house was enlarged and the present stairway was constructed at this time. Clinton House State Historic Site has foundations which are two feet thick. The walls are constructed of rough fieldstone, while the gabled ends are made of wood. It is named in tribute to George Clinton, first governor of New York State, who resided in Poughkeepsie for twenty-one years. Today, with the support of the Dutchess County Historical Society, the site houses archives and a library for local historical research.
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Diamond Gymnastics is located at 657 Sheafe Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 in Dutchess County.
Teaching Gymnastics Training at Diamond Gymnastics gives you access to the largest, fully-equipped gymnastics facility in the area. We focus on developing self-esteem and confidence through gymnastics training while reinforcing good health through physical activity.
Econo Lodge is located at 2625 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 in Dutchess County. Econo Lodge is near Marist and Vassar colleges. Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley on U.S. Highway 9, the Econo Lodge hotel is near popular attractions, such as the Poughkeepsie Galleria and Hudson River Cruises. The famous Culinary Institute of America's fine cuisine is located just seven miles from this Poughkeepsie, NY hotel.
Visitors will enjoy the beautiful landscapes of many nearby historic mansions and estates including: Staatsburgh State Historic Site, Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site, and the Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site. Visit college campuses, including Vassar College and Marist College. The Mid-Hudson Civic Center and United States Military Academy at West Point are also nearby.
Gap, including GapKids, is located in the Poughkeepsie Mall, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
Gap Inc. is a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, and Athleta brands.
"Gap, an iconic retail brand, offers inventive American style. Clean, classic clothing and accessories help customers express their individual sense of style."
Go bowling at Mardi-Bob Lanes, a bowling center offering 52 bowling lanes, located at 45 Taft Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 in Dutchess County.
Things To Do Birthday Parties (parties for kids and adults) Bowling coupons Bowling lanes (52) Bowling leagues Bumper bowling for children Open bowling Pro Shop Rock N Bowl Scoring (automatic)
Holiday Inn Express is located at 2750 South Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. "When it comes to comfort and convenience among Hudson Valley hotels, the Holiday Inn Express® Poughkeepsie hotel is a good choice. Our hotel's central location is minutes from leading area businesses and attractions, making our accommodations perfect for corporate and leisure travelers.
Holiday Inn Express is close to The Culinary Institute of America, IBM, Vassar College, Marist College and St. Francis and Vassar hospitals. While vacationing in the Hudson Valley, you can make plans to see sights like the Vanderbilt Mansion and FDR Presidential Library, which are just a short drive from us on Route 9. Don't miss Locust Grove, the birthplace of Morse Code inventor Samuel B. Morse, which is located just across the street from us. Since it's a 90-minute train ride to Grand Central Station in New York City, you can make an easy trip into the Big Apple for a day of fun."
For your dining pleasure, select from one of the many excellent cafes and fine restaurants in Poughkeepsie and nearby towns. Press blue button for reservations, photos, and more about this hotel in Poughkeepsie, New York.
The Hyde Park Station, 34 River Road (Riverside Park), Hyde Park NY 12538, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. A station was built at this location around 1851, when the Hudson River Railroad was constructed from New York City to Albany. That structure was torn down and replaced by the current station in 1914. The last regularly-scheduled New York Central passenger train stopped there in 1958. Subsequently the outer two tracks of the four-track "Water Level Route" were removed, and the entrances to the tunnel passage serving the southbound platform were boarded over.
A great deal of repair work, both interior and exterior had to be done by the society . . . The interior work included rebuilding the ticket booth, refurbishing benches, waiting room, and baggage room. Wiring, plumbing and heating systems had to be rebuilt.
Inside the Station you will find displays depicting the area's railroading past, running models trains, and knowledgeable railroad enthusiasts who can answer your questions about the great "Iron Horse".
Location We are located at the foot of the hill which is formed by West Market Street and River Road that follows the south wall of the Vanderbilt’s Estate. Even though the station is inactive, a very active Hudson Division still exists. AMTRAK trains that pass the station are unique to the Empire Corridor Service. Press blue button for more about the Hyde Park Station.
Lands' End Shop at Sears, Poughkeepsie Galleria, 2001 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 in Dutchess County.
From Lands' End: "At Lands’ End we design Girls’ Clothing with the quality and value that parents appreciate in styles that girls love. Plus, our Girls’ Clothing offers options for every size from toddler to pre-teen, in slim, plus and everything in between."
Departments include Business Uniforms, Men's Business Clothing, Women's Business Clothing, Embroidered Bags & Totes, Business Gifts, Outerwear, School Uniforms, Shoes, Swimwear, Luggage, For the Home, and Great Sales
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The word is Lands End offers the best return policy. "Guaranteed. Period. If you're not satisfied with any item, simply return it to us (Lands End) at any time for an exchange or refund of its purchase price." Shop Lands' End.
Locust Grove, the Samuel Morse Historic Site, is located at 2683 South Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Locust Grove was the nineteenth-century country estate of Samuel Morse, the artist, founder of the National Academy of Design, and the inventor of the telegraph and Morse Code.
In honor of the site’s history and connection to the visual arts and the Hudson River School of Art, Locust Grove opened its doors in 2006 to contemporary artists whose work reflects this style of artwork. Juried by a panel of art professionals, selected artists are offered a solo show at the estate’s elegant Museum Pavilion. Locust Grove encourages artists to develop new works of art for this exhibition opportunity. Contact Ursula Morgan at 845.454.4500, ext. 17 or at u.morgan@lgny.org.
"The historic site's stately trees, rolling hills, and picturesque views from the house and gardens situated on the highest bluff above the river all combine to create the natural landscape garden that Morse found so appealing . . . Near the house, Victorian style gardens and urns are set within the larger context of this landscape garden. Both the Morse and Young families loved flowers and the Main Perennial Garden preserves the unique style of these enthusiastic "students" of horticulture and plant collectors. It is truly a one-of-a-kind garden in the Hudson Valley."
About the Trails Walk or hike three miles of trails comprised of carriage roads and footpaths, all clearly marked with trail maps available tol visitors.
Garden Volunteer Program Volunteers are vital to the horticulture program at Locust Grove. Most garden volunteers come on a regularly scheduled day for two to three hours to help the professional horticulture staff with all variety of garden related projects.
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The McCann Ice Arena is located at 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. The McCann Ice Arena provides hockey and skating programs to the community and is an affiliate of the New York Rangers hockey team.
Programs include.
Freestyle Program Skaters will learn freestyle skating and moves in the field through the USFSA test structure. Daily curriculum will include on-ice instruction in free skating technique, such as jumping, spinning, moves in the field, creative movement, technical turning and elements of school figures. Off-ice training will include classes in dance and fitness/conditioning, including Pilates.
Dutchess Figure Skating Club The goals of the club are to promote the sport of figure skating, to promote sportsmanship and to provide skaters the opportunity to test within the USFS.
Learn to Play Hockey Learn what it takes to be a Blueshirt. The Future Rangers program provides a solid foundation in all the fundamental skating and hockey skills that a Ranger needs. All you need to start is your True Blue spirit.
Ice Activities and Attractions Birthday Parties Clinics and Camp Pro Shop
Ice Skating Figure Skating Freestyle Program Ice Skating Lessons Public Skating Speed Skating
Mid-Hudson Children's Museum is located at 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. "Our Mission is to enlighten minds through a fun and creative learning environment where hands-on experiences spark curiosity, discovery and the joy of exploration." The Children's Museum offers two floors of hands-on exhibits.
Activities for Children Hudson River Tides Water Play Table River Town Disney Radio Station The Battle for Liberty - Hands on History Hudson River Dive Bell Sculpture: "Light aat the End of the Fallkill" IBM's Da Vinci Inventions Morse Telegraph Health Center Geography Gravity Roll Starlab Planetarium Hudson River Mural . . .
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The Mid-Hudson Civic Center is located at 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. The Mid-Hudson Civic Center is a private, not-for-profit community organization dedicated to providing cultural, recreational and educational opportunities to the Hudson Valley. It is a dual venue comprised of Mair Hall and McCann Ice Arena. Mair Hall is a 15,475 square foot space with the capacity to host 3,050 seated spectators and large expos and trade shows.
The McCann Ice Arena serves youth organizations, leagues and individuals for both recreational and competitive figure skating and ice hockey, and offers ice slots, group and private lesson, public skating sessions and private parties.
The Mid-Hudson Civic Center is capable of hosting a wide variety of events, including: concerts, trade shows/expos, banquets, theater shows, meetings/conferences, assemblies, family events, and parties/dances.
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McCann Memorial Golf Course is a public golf course, located at 155 Wilbur Blvd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 in Dutchess County. McCann is an 18-hole course originally built in 1972 and designed by architect William Mitchell. The course was redesigned in 2001 by Stephen Kay. Press blue button for course rates, scorecard, course layout and more.
McCann Memorial Golf Course is rated: 4 Stars in "Places to Play" by Golf Digest Best Golf Course Hudson Valley 2007 by Hudson Valley Magazine
Poughkeepsie Farm Project is located at the intersection of Raymond and Hooker Aves, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. The Poughkeepsie Farm Project is a non-profit organization that works toward a just and sustainable food system in the Mid-Hudson Valley by operating a CSA farm, providing education about food and farming, and improving access to healthy locally grown food.
Food Share Food Share focuses on the fresh food access issues facing residents who live in the parts of the City of Poughkeepsie where there are no supermarkets, poverty is concentrated with rates twice the national level and 25% of residents don't own a vehicle. Through this program, 25% of the nearly 60 tons of produce harvested by the PFP is made available to low income community members through:
Food donations distributed by our partners in the emergency food system
Subsidized CSA shares
Management of and participation in the Poughkeepsie Main Street Farmers’ Market
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a unique model of sustainable farming based on a partnership of mutual commitment between a farm and a community of supporters. While the ground is still frozen, shareholders purchase a share of the upcoming season’s harvest. Farmers use these funds to pay for seeds, fertilizer, labor, equipment maintenance, water, and any other resources needed to produce food that is healthy for both consumers and the environment.
CSA Produce Available June - November Basil, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Collards, Cantaloupe, Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Flowers, Garlic, Kale, Leeks, Lettuce, Onions, Peas, Peppers, Potatoes, Radishes, Spinach, String Beans, Tomatoes, Watermelons, Winter Squash, Zucchini
Poughkeepsie Galleria is located at 2001 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 in Dutchess County. As of 2011, Poughkeepsie Galleria is the largest and most dominant enclosed shopping center in Dutchess. Find retail stores, services and restaurants at the Galleria.
Press blue button for a directory of stores, places to eat, and attractions including movie theater information, books, cards & gifts, electronics & music, children, women and men's apparel, shoes, jewelry, specialty retail stores, health & beauty, department stores, food court and restaurants at the Poughkeepsie Galleria in Dutchess County.
Poughkeepsie Plaza is located at 2600 South Road, Route 9, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 in Dutchess County. Visit Poughkeepsie Plaza, an enclosed one-level plaza with easy access featuring locally owned & operated stores including: Marshalls, Famous Footwear, Joann Fabrics & Crafts, Modells Sporting Goods, Pat's Hallmark, UPS Store, Toys "R" Us, restaurants, bakery. Shop at sensational national chain stores and unique one-of-a-kind family-owned specialty shops, enjoy fantastic food stores and restaurants, there's something for everyone at the Poughkeepsie Plaza. Press blue button for more about shopping at Poughkeepsie Plaza.
Casperkill Golf Club is located at 2320 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Casperkill's public golf course, built in 1944, was designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr. The course graciously makes use of the rolling hills with elevated tees, manicured valley fairways and well-bunkered, terraced greens that make each round a new challenge.
Set in the rolling countryside of the Hudson River Highlands of Dutchess County, the Casperkill Golf Club offers the ideal golf experience. We offer a classic Robert Trent Jones challenge, rated four stars by Golf Digest. You will understand why after playing here amidst tranquil ponds, magnificent ancient oaks, and the meandering Casperkill Creek. Press blue button for rates, online tee times, range programs and more.
Golf Course Attractions Golf only facility 18-hole championship golf course 6690 yards / par 72 _____________________
Club rental Dress code Driving range Lessons Pro shop Riding cart rental
The College Hill Golf Course is located at 41 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602. The 9-hole College Hill Golf Course features 2600 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 34. The course rating is 32.2 and it has a slope rating of 111. Designed by William F. Mitchell, ASGCA, the College Hill golf course opened to the public in 1933.
Golf Course Attractions 9-hole golf course Back tees = 2600 yards / par 34 Course rating/slope = 32.2/111 _____________________
Club rental Dress code Golf carts (electric carts available) Greens = Bent grass Fairways = Poa annua grass Lessons Pro shop Pull cart rental Putting green Riding cart rental Walking the course allowed
Vassar Golf Course is located at 124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 in Dutchess County. Vassar Golf Course is a 9-hole public golf course situated on the beautiful Vassar College campus. Established in 1930, the course offers a scenic 2,500 yard layout with beautiful mature trees, character and charm. Vassar is a very enjoyable walking course; however, golf carts are available. Press blue button for more about Vassar Golf.
Sprout Creek Farm is located at 34 Lauer Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12603, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Sprout Creek Farm is a 200 acre working farm in Dutchess County, New York that provides an integrated context for educational and spiritual development programs for young people and adults.
Purpose of the Farm To provide a setting of natural beauty and educational experiences for children and adults that will foster appreciation for, and understanding of our place within the natural world, and thus encourage responsibility for the future of our environment.
To offer programs that will reconnect children and adults to the rich agricultural heritage of the United States.
To offer an experience of community as a model of peaceable living in an age of increasing chaos and disintegration.
To educate a population that is chronologically, economically and socially diverse to environmental and social responsibility through study and experience
To offer programs in spiritual development, using the agricultural resources of the farm as both setting and starting point of such programs.
To help create new channels for action and new structures for a more enlightened interdependent world.
"On October 3, 2009 Governor David A. Paterson opened the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park as a legacy project of the Hudson Fulton Champlain Quadricentennial. The park provides access to the Hudson River's breathtaking landscape for pedestrians, hikers, joggers, bicyclists, and people with disabilities. The bridge deck stands 212 feet above the river's surface and is 6,678 feet (1.28 miles) long, making it the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world.
"The Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge was built in the late 19th century to link New York and New England to an extensive, nationwide railway network. For decades, it was a major rail corridor for both freight and passengers.
"After a fire in 1974, the bridge was abandoned and sat for decades as an oprhaned relic. This brand new park was made possible due to the unwavering commitment of the community, who, through a non-profit organization called Walkway Over the Hudson, forged a public private partnership involving the State of New York, the federal government, neighboring municipalities, private corporations and other not for profit groups. The amazing result of this wonderful partnership is a brand new state park, now open for all to enjoy."
The park offers interpretive signs and a Talkway Over the Walkway cell phone tour. The park closes as sunset. Please visit sunrisesunset.com to plan your trip. There are two entrances to the park, one on either side of the Hudson River
Press blue button for hours of operation, directions, history, maps, amenities and activities and more about the Walway Over The Hudson - Entrances to Walkway Over the Hudson are located in Poughkeepsie NY 12601 in Dutchess County, and in Highland NY, Ulster County.
Antique Market is located at 6387 Mill Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the mid-Hudson Valley. The Antique Market, behind the Beekman Arms in a classic red barn, is a multi-dealer antique emporium.
Asher House Antiques is located at 6380 Mill Street, Route 9, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. "Asher House Antiques is the Hudson Valley’s premier resource for imported antique furniture and accessories . . . Inside our historic Rhinebeck house, antique lovers can find period oak and Georgian mahogany pieces to early 20th century and, when the originals run scarce, expert and authentic reproductions."
Find chairs, settles, hutches, bookcases, ladders (library, apple picking and step) buffets and round or oval tables that fold for storage. On them are brasses, silver, china, crystal, porcelain, jewelry, wood accessories, every surface painted or polished. Press blue button for more about the antiques and reproductions available at Asher House.
The Beekman Arms is located on Route 9 in the center of the Village of Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the historic Hudson River Valley. The Beekman Arms is America's oldest continuously operated hotel. There are 73 rooms, many with fireplaces, in both historic and newer buildings; all with private bath, television, telephone, and a decanter of sherry.
Burger Hill Park Rhinebeck, Dutchess County Hudson River Valley, New York State
This beautiful hill top park offers picnicking, hiking, and all-season activities including winter activities such as sledding and cross-country skiing. Burger Hill rises to a 550-foot hilltop that boasts panoramic vistas of the Hudson River Valley including the Shawangunk Ridge, Catskill and Taconic mountains, Stissing Mountain and the Berkshires.
Burger Hill's seventy-six-acres of open meadows and rural, scenic beauty are perfect for bird-watching. The park is protected by a Scenic Hudson conservation easement and is owned by Winnakee Land Trust.
Things To Do Birding | Bird Watching Hiking / Walking Picnicking
Winter Activities Cross-County Skiing Sledding
Directions From intersection of Route 9 and Route 9G, take Route 9G south for 2.5 miles. Parking area on right
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When its time to eat, after a wonderful day of birding, hiking, or relaxing in the this beautiful park, pack a picnic from the healthy produce at one of the local farms in the area. Or select one of many excellent restaurants in Rhinebeck.
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The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck is located at 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck (known familiarly as The CENTER) is a non-profit arts organization which offers performances and classes throughout the year. Performing and teaching artists are of local, national and international talent.
The CENTER serves as a regular performance venue for local theater companies including CENTERstage Productions (Death of a Salesman, Cabaret, Into The Woods) the Gilbert & Sullivan Musical Theater Company (The Mikado, A Little Night Music, The Pirates of Penzance), Kids on Stage (Cinderella, The Emperor's New Clothes), Rhinebeck Theater Society (HONK!, The Complete Works of Shakespeare, Abridged, Oliver!), and Up In One Productions (Chicago, Fiddler on the Roof, Company).
The CENTER also hosts appearances by artists such as Jeff Boyer, Brian Bradley, Elaine Colandrea, Alpin Hong, Kitty Jones, Jeff McBride, The Puppet People, Solas an Lae, Tanglewood Marionettes, Pitchfork Militia, Barbara Rankin, and David Temple, to name a few.
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Delamater Inn is located at 20 West Market Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the mid-Hudson Valley. The Delamater Inn, designed by one of America's first architects, Alexander Jackson Davis, is one of the finest remaining examples of American Carpenter Gothic. It has the warmth and intimacy of a bed & breakfast inn. All suites have fireplaces and a sitting room adjoining the bedroom. Four are located in the historic Germond House. One larger suite, with a galley kitchen, is located in Room 90. The Delamater Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and consists of seven guest rooms, a living room, pantry and porch.
Dutchess County Fair is located on Route 9, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. For six days each August, the bucolic fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck plays host to nearly half a million patrons. The second largest county fair in New York State is the showplace for agriculture in Dutchess County. Over 160 acres of finely manicured gardens and grass create the beautiful setting for thousands of farm animals, agricultural exhibits and horticultural displays.
The fairgrounds become an entertainment destination where big name talent can be enjoyed, thrill a minute excitement is experienced, and attractions can be viewed almost constantly from the time you arrive to the time you leave. The tradition of excellence that has been the Dutchess County Fair for over 160 years offers something for everyone and creates memorable moments that are cherished for a lifetime.
Gallery Lodoe is located at 6400 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Gallery Lodoe presents unique art, and artful things, from throughout Asia. Each item has been hand-picked by owner and photographer Jamyang Lodoe . . . Both our permanent collection and our exhibits feature up and coming contemporary Asian artists, as well as the stunning traditional art of Tibet and Nepal. Press blue button for fine art, photography, traditional art, and more about Gallery Lodoe in Rhinebeck.
Hideaway Suites, bed & breakfast, is located at 439 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. "Nestled deep in a secluded area of Dutchess County, lies an exclusive and private guest house surrounded by nature in six acres of wooded splendor . . . Hideaway Suites is located just a few miles from historic Rhinebeck and other villages featuring quaint shops and gourmet restaurants."
After a day of hiking, walking, antiquing, or visiting historic sites in Hyde Park, pack a picnic from the produce at a local farm in Dutchess County or dine in one of many excellent restaurants in Rhinebeck and nearby villages.
The Looking Glass Bed and Breakfast is located at 30 Chestnut Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Located in the center of historic Rhinebeck, you can walk to restaurants, antique stores, shops and boutiques in the Village of Rhinebeck. Press blue button for more about The Looking Glass Bed and Breakfast.
Things To Do Nearby attractions and activities include wineries and wine trails, hiking trails, biking, and horseback riding, Bike, hike, ride, and in the winter, cross-country ski across the beautiful Wallkill Valley Rail Trail.
Montgomery Row is located in beautiful and historic Rhinebeck; found at 6422 Montgomery Street in Rhinebeck, NY 12572 in Dutchess County. Montgomery Row is an award-winning outdoor shopping center with an exceptional collection of specialty shops, fine food marts, clothes and boutique shopping. Shops on Montgomery Row include:
bluecashew Kitchen Pharmacy Since 2004, bluecashew Kitchen Pharmacy has blazed a trail of innovation, fusing utility & design into a well merchandised specialty kitchen experience. At bluecashew Kitchen Pharmacy we pride ourselves on finding the most unique and classic quality goods with an all budget friendly understanding. Our categories include professional cutlery, cook & bakeware, culinary tools & gadgets, barware, tabletops, stemware, small appliances and select provisions that best represent our brand.
Cabin Fever Outfitters Your outdoor lifestyle destination. Specializing in the North Face, Prana Yogawear, and Patagonia apparel and footwear for the whole family. See their selection of Sanuk Sandals, SIGG Switzerland accessories, Smartwool, Salomon, Mountain Khakis and more.
Changes, the Hudson Valley's finest men's store, features clothing with a relaxed attitude. Established in 1986 in Woodstock, NY, and now expanded to a second home at Montgomery Row. Changes gathers from the men's market the best of style, from sweats to suits. Imagine an entire store filled with clothing personally selected from some of today's finest designers.
Gazen Gallery features Modern, Contemporary, and Abstract Art created by Hudson Valley Artists. The largest variety of art found anywhere in Dutchess County, Gazen Gallery has Photography, Painting, Drawing, Glass, Pottery, Porcelain, Wood, Mixed Media, Gift Items, and more.
Joovay After 20 years as a premier destination for New York City's most discerning shoppers, JOOVAY has relocated to the beautiful Hudson Valley. We carry a mix of daywear, lounge wear, and intimate wear that combine the practical, elegant, luxurious and simply fun! Our staff is friendly, discreet and very knowledgeable. And every gift is always beautifully wrapped.
Oblong Books & Music, Paper Trail, Pause Dog Boutique and more. Press blue button for more about shopping at Montgomery Row in Rhinebeck, New York.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is located at 9 Norton Road, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. A great deal has changed here at Old Rhinebeck since a Spad XIII, Aeronca C3 and a Fleet biplane touched down on a thousand feet of dirt and gravel nearly 51 years ago. But Cole Palen's dream and vision lives through it's dedicated staff, volunteers and membership.
On Saturday June 12th, the Aerodrome will begin its 51st Season. The 2010 season will run through October 17th, with air-shows every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. The gates open and biplane rides begin at 10:00am, the air show starts at 2pm and ends at 4pm, and the Museum is open daily 10:00am - 5:00pm. Press blue button for more about the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome.
The Olde Rhinebeck Inn c. 1745 is located at 340 Wurtemburg Road, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Olde Rhinebeck Inn is an early American bed and breakfast farmhouse. Located just three and a half miles southeast of the charming village of Rhinebeck, New York, the four-room inn is ideally located to enjoy the highlights of the Hudson River Valley.
History of the Inn Built more than three decades before the Revolutionary war by German settlers, this historic inn retains many of its original architectural details. Walk the original wide plank floors of the cozy living room, admire the patina of centuries old buttermilk finishes and lie beneath the rugged hand hewn chestnut beams.
Things To Do Nearby attractions and activities include wineries and wine trails, hiking trails, biking, and horseback riding, Bike, hike, ride, and in the winter, cross-country ski across the beautiful Wallkill Valley Rail Trail.
The word is Visitors agree this is a great B&B; cozy, beautiful countryside, and wonderful breakfasts. Many repeat visitors. The breakfasts, using organic milk, eggs from chickens on the grounds, and local produce, are absolutely wonderful.
Portly Pug Antiques is located at 11 West Market Street, Rhinebeck, NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Portly Pug, in the heart of historic Rhinebeck, offers antique decorative accessories, including Black Forest carvings, inkwells, tea caddies, boxes and picture frames, 19th and 20th century fine art, Georgian and Victorian jewelry, and more.
The Rhinebeck Antiques Fair is located on Route 9 at the Dutchess Valley County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck NY in Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. This very popular Antiques Fair has been running for over 30 years and offers a summer show and a fall show. The show is held entirely indoors on the Dutchess County Fairgrounds; free parking, extensive food court, and on-site delivery service available.
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Rhinebeck Department Store is located at 1 East Market Street, Rhinebeck NY, 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Rhinebeck Department Store is an old fashioned store where classics are always in style. . . "Offering country clothing from America's most trusted brands". Press blue button for information about Rhinebeck Department Store.
The Rhinebeck Farmers' Market is located in the Village of Rhinebeck Municipal Parking Lot, Rhinebeck NY, 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. Parking is available in this lot adjacent to the market. The Farmers' Market is held each Sunday From 10 am until 2 pm, from the end of May until the Sunday prior to Thanksgiving.
Choose from fruits and vegetables, raw honey and bee products, local wine, cider and fruit juices, jams, jellies, cow, sheep and goat cheeses, cut flowers, breads and baked goods. Select free-range poultry and eggs including chicken, turkey, pheasant; farm-raised meats including beef, lamb, and venison; smokehouse products including fish, cheese and meats for the table. Potted herbs and nursery plants delight cooks and gardeners; refreshing soaps and skin-care products soothe all.
Our market is a bustling Sunday morning event that includes live music performances, product and cooking demonstrations, and celebrations of harvest holidays and traditions.
Vendors include:
The Amazing Real Live Food Co. Fresh Probiotic Cheese, Camembert, Queso Blanco & Probiotic Ice Cream Ronnybrook Farm Dairy’s Yogurt, Milk, Butter & Crème Fraiche
Block Factory Tamales Vegetable, chicken and beef tamales featuring local produce, poultry and beef.
Beth’s Farm Kitchen The best jams made in the Hudson Valley from locally grown fruits in an 1850’s farmhouse.
Breezy Hill Orchard Apple Orchard and Cider Mill. Fresh baked pies, tarts and donuts.
Brittany Hollow Farm Farm fresh produce.
Cascade Mountain Winery Award winning wine made from locally grown grapes.
Clinton Vineyards Premium Estate Bottled wines inspired by the tradition of small European Estates. Seyval Blanc, and more.
Dancing Ewe Farm Specializing in Tuscan-Style Cheeses made with raw milk using traditional recipes and techniques.
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The NYS Sheep & Wool Festival is located at The Dutchess City Fairgrounds, 6550 Spring Brook Ave, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The New York Sheep and Wool Festival offer activities and attractions for kids and adults. In addition to viewing the different breeds of animals, families can participate in many activities.
Activities for Children (previous festivals) included:
Sheep Dog Trials A sheepdog trial course tests a dogs ability to do the various jobs a sheepdog will see on the farm. Sheep may need to be gathered from the pasture, or moved about the farm or sorted and penned.
Magic, Music & Ventriloquism Fantastic magic, great sounding music and just an awesome display of ventriloquism.
Mad Science Mad Science is the worlds leading science enrichment provider, delivering unique, hands-on science experiences for children that are as entertaining as they are educational.
Dutchess County Sheriff K-9 Demonstration Experience first hand how the K-9 unit of the Dutchess County Sheriff Department apprehends criminals by using the canine senses of smell. Your child my even be called to help the officers during their demonstration.
Leaping Lama Contest Come see these 6 foot lamas challenge each other and defy gravity! Who will leap the highest? Who will take home the first place ribbon? You can not miss this example of sportsmanship.
Two by Two Petting Zoo Kiddie Rides Pumpkin Patch Make a Scarecrow Farm Market and Pumpkin Painting Hula Hoop Sheep Toss Animal Alley Child Bouncy Slide Putt-putt Golf Hay Maze and Scavenger Hunt
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Transportation by Train
Take the Amtrak to Rhinecliff, followed by an approximate 5 minute taxi ride.
Take the MTA Metro North to Poughkeepsie, followed by an approximate 45 minute taxi ride.
Stone Church Road Bed & Breakfast is located at 339 Stone Church Road, Rhinebeck, NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. Stone Church Road offers four guest rooms that are on the second floor. Each room has a ceiling fan, air conditioner, and queen size bed.
Things To Do Enjoy a day of hiking, antiquing, or visiting historic sites in Hyde Park. When it's time to eat, enjoy a picnic with produce from a local farm in Dutchess County or dine in one of many excellent restaurants in Rhinebeck and nearby villages.
Veranda House Bed & Breakfast is located at 6487 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. The Veranda House, built in 1842, is an historic Bed and Breakfast situated in the center of the downtown area of this charming 210 year old town located in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
This charming bed and breakfast has five air-conditioned guest rooms, all with private baths. Rooms are available with four-poster Shaker queen beds, one with lace canopy, or old-fashioned wooden twin beds that can be converted to a king if requested
The word is Most guests enjoy the beautiful rooms and breakfast served in the formal dining room in this elegant and historic Victorian home; and all agree the location of the B&B in the center of Rhinebeck Village cannot be better.
Warren Kitchen & Cutlery is located at 6934 Route 9, Rhinebeck NY 12571 in historic Rhinebeck, Dutchess County in New York's Mid-Hudson Valley. Warren Kitchen & Cutlery is a true kitchenware emporium - a place where inspired chefs and cooking enthusiasts can find their favorite knives, cookware, appliances, kitchen tools, and serving pieces for home or restaurant. Knives are our specialty; we have more than a 1500 different styles and sizes in stock. When you're visiting Dutchess New York, be sure to stop at Warren Kitchen & Cutlery. Press blue button for information about sharpening, classes and demo, photos, and more.
WhistleWood Farm, Bed and Breakfast, is located at 52 Pells Road, Rhinebeck NY 12572 in Dutchess County. WhistleWood Farm, a unique departure from the ordinary bed and breakfast, is located on a hilltop, in Rhinebeck, only two hours north of Manhattan in New York's historic Hudson Valley. Open decks, pastoral views, wildflower gardens, form a setting for solitude or lively conversations. Pull up a chair on the deck to enjoy the views, or settle on a cozy fireside sofa with a good book. Get a massage, explore the trails through the woods, play tennis or just relax.
Attractions near Rhinebeck include historic mansions along the Hudson River. Visit Historic Sites in Hyde Park. Visit the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Val-Kill Cottage at the Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, and Vanderbilt Mansion; all just a short distance from Rhinebeck, New York.
The word is This B & B is suited for animal lovers who like cats and dogs; not to mention the horses at this terrific bed and breakfast. Hot and cold drinks, fresh fruit, freshly baked goods and wonderful hospitality are available all day. The rooms are clean and the breakfasts are delicious.
Wilderstein Historic Site is located at 330 Morton Road, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the mid-Hudson Valley. The history of Wilderstein begins in 1852 with Thomas Holy Suckley's purchase of the river front site, then a sheep meadow of the adjacent late 18th-century estate, Wildercliff . . .
Thomas Suckley and his wife Catherine Murray Bowne wanted a building site endowed with striking natural features in the best traditions of the picturesque aesthetic. The landscape setting for Wilderstein fulfilled this criteria by virtue of its varied terrain and the scenic views it afforded of the river and distant mountains - the vistas framed by tall cedars and evergreens.
Suckley named the property "Wilderstein" (wild man's stone) in reference to a nearby Indian petroglyph, an allusive reminder of a cultural heritage that preceded European settlements in the region.
The original Italianate villa designed by John Warren Ritch was remodeled and enlarged in 1888 by Thomas's son Robert Bowne Suckley and his wife, Elizabeth Philips Montgomery. Poughkeepsie architect Arnout Cannon was hired to transform the two story villa into an elaborate Queen Anne style country house . . .
The fashionably appointed interiors were designed by the New York City decorator, Joseph Burr Tiffany. With the ground floor rooms executed in contrasting historic revival and aesthetic movement styles, the interiors at Wilderstein offer a splendid microcosm of the decorative arts during this period of American design.
The self-conscious opulence of the newly remodeled Wilderstein was complimented by the Picturesque Landscape design of Calvert Vaux who laid out the grounds at Wilderstein according to the principles of American Romantic Landscape style . . .
The last resident of Wilderstein was Margaret (Daisy) Suckley. A cousin and confidante of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Miss Suckley traveled extensively with FDR during his presidency, gave him his famous black Scottish terrier Fala and helped to establish his library in Hyde Park. Miss Suckley was with FDR when he was fatally stricken at Warm Springs, Georgia in 1945. She died at Wilderstein in 1991, in her 100th year. The letters they exchanged during their friendship, discovered in a black battered suitcase at Wilderstein, provide one of the best resources for understanding the private side of Roosevelt’s life during his presidency. Press blue button for more about Wilderstein Historic Site in the Hudson Valley of New York.
The Rhinecliff is a country Hotel located at 4 Grinnell Street, Rhinecliff NY 12574, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. For a New York getaway, you can take the train to the Rhinecliff Hotel, right next door to the Rhinecliff Amtrak station and 2 miles from the historic town of Rhinebeck.
The word is Each room has a balcony with gorgeous views of the Hudson River. "The Bar” is open daily, from 7am until late and the atmosphere at the Rhinecliff lends itself to having a good time. However, be aware that if you are sensitive to the noise of trains (Amtrak and freight trains), you may need earplugs to get to sleep
Belvedere Mansion, bed and breakfast and fine dining restaurant, is located at 10 Olde Route 9 Staatsburg NY 12580, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
The word is Mixed reviews about the rooms at the inn and the restaurant; check out individual reviews before booking.
Breezy Hill Orchard & Cider Mills is located at 828 Centre Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580. Press blue button to browse our recipe section, check out our photo gallery or take a tour of Breezy Hill Orchard & Cider Mills.
Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park is located at Staatsburg NY 12580, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. A serene wooded area with glimpses of the river provides an ideal location. The park's marina as well as its camping sites are extremely popular, as are the numerous hiking trails.
Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park adjoins Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park and together, comprise more than 1,000-acres. Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park offers a full menu of exhilarating recreational opportunities and activities for visitors of all ages.
A serene wooded area with glimpses of the river provides an ideal location for camping. A marina consisting of slip space and a boat launch ramp is a popular area within the park. Press blue button for directions, and more about the activities and attractions available at Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park.
Things To Do Biking Boat Launches Cabins Campsites Dockage Fishing Golf Grills Hiking Marina (Marina Pump Out Stations) Nature Trails Pavilions Picnic Tables Powerboats Scenic Views Showers (Accessible) Tent/Trailer Sites
Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills State Park is located at Old Post Road, Staatsburg NY 12580 in Dutchess County. The Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills State Park adjoins Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park and together, comprise more than one thousand acres.
Mills Memorial State Park is the home of Staatsburgh State Historic Site and the Dinsmore Public Golf Course. The Mills Park also offers some of the best hiking in the hudson valley with many trails that weave through the grounds of both Mills and Norrie State Parks, ideal for walking, jogging, hiking, cycling, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. Visitors can see exquisite views of the Hudson River that runs directly along the parks' western boundaries.
A Bit of History Staatsburgh State was the elegant country home of Ogden Mills and his wife Ruth Livingston Mills. Sitting atop a grassy hill overlooking the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains, their house is a fine example of a great estate built by America's financial and industrial leaders during the Gilded Age (1876 - 1917). Also known as the American Renaissance, this period in American history was marked by America's rapid economic growth and emergence as a world power.
Darius Ogden Mills, father of Ogden Mills, established the family fortune by investing in banks, railroads and mines. Ogden Mills, like his father, was a noted financier and philanthropist. In 1882 he married Ruth Livingston, whose family had been prominent landowners in the Hudson Valley since the 17th century. In the 1890s Mr. & Mrs. Mills commissioned the prestigious New York City architectural firm of McKim, Mead and White to remodel and enlarge their home. Work began in 1895 and when completed in 1896, the house had been transformed from a 25-room Greek Revival style home into a Beaux-Arts mansion of 65 rooms and 14 bathrooms. Although the interior was lavishly decorated, mostly in the styles of 17th and 18th-century France, many architectural features of the earlier Livingston home such as the trims, moldings and many of the fireplaces had been preserved. This melding of grandeur and heritage is characteristic of the American Renaissance period.
Owning five homes, the Mills family resided in their Staatsburg home primarily in the fall and entertained as many as 80 guests at a time. The home and surrounding property was passed to their son, Ogden Livingston Mills in 1929. After his death in 1937 his sister Gladys Mills Phipps inherited the property and in 1938 donated the house and 192-acres of the estate to the State of New York as a memorial to her parents. Today the elegant mansion, restored to its turn-of-the-century appearance, is open for tours, and the house and grounds offer special events throughout the year.
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Things To Do at Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills State Park Biking Fishing Gift Shop Golf Group Tours Hiking Historic Site Interpretive Sign Recreation Programs (Accessible) Refreshments Picnic Area Scenic Views
Dinsmore Golf Course is located at 199 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580 in Dutchess County. This scenic 18-hole course offers a panoramic view of the beautiful Hudson River and majestic Catskill Mountains. It is the third oldest golf course in the country. Built as a
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Copacabana, also known as Copa, is a Brazilian Steakhouse, located at 29 North Main Street, Port Chester, NY 10573. Enjoy an evening out at Copacabana Steakhouse, an upscale churrascaria located in Westchester County. Specialties include 14 kinds of meat, slow roasted and perfectly seasoned. These savory cuts, presented on skewers, are carved tableside at your request. 
