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Historic Hudson Valley is a museum of historic sites – buildings, landscapes, and collections.

In order to achieve its mission, Historic Hudson Valley seeks:

To interpret the history and culture of the Hudson Valley with meticulous attention to accuracy based on thorough research. To present each site and its historical significance in the context of key humanities themes as they evolved in the region. To create programming that responds to the various learning styles and evolving interests of visitors and, where appropriate, draws on advanced communications technology. To make programs and sites accessible and welcoming to all members of the community. To maintain the highest standards of preservation management at all sites. To safeguard collections through on-going research, documentation, and conservation. To forge mutually beneficial alliances with like-minded organizations.

10/31/2026

Wishing you a very Happy Halloween from all of us at Historic Hudson Valley and The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze! 🎃👻

A heartfelt thank you to every visitor who explored Sleepy Hollow Country and spent some time with us this fall. From legendary stories to glowing nights, you helped make this season truly unforgettable!

10/29/2026

On National Cat Day, we are excited to introduce our newest barn cats at Philipsburg Manor, Indigo (aka Indy) and Freddie Valentine (aka Mr. Valentine) who joined us in August are now out and about, patrolling their barn and greeting visitors during our educational site tours. They are a little over five months old so they are still learning the job, but they are making a smooth adjustment to their new home. These brothers were born in April to their mom Emma who lived in a neighborhood in White Plains and found refuge under the porch of a kind and cat-loving family who are friends of Historic Hudson Valley (and who are now Emma’s people!).

Indigo, true to his name, is a dark blue-black color and loves to relax in his favorite dye pot, and Freddie Valentine has mostly white fur and a black heart on his left shoulder. Both are quiet guys for the most part, but Indy speaks up around dinner time.

You might just get to meet the fur-endly duo on a visit to Philipsburg Manor soon!

10/26/2026

Light, art, and some of that spooky season magic -- there's nothing like celebrating with The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze ! 🎃

Every display at The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze comes to life thanks to our incredible creative team. Whether it’s a glowing dinosaur, a musical party with DJ Punk 'N Spice, or local legends brought to life, we're proud to share this unforgettable fall tradition with you.

Show us how you're celebrating today -- drop a picture of your carved jack-o'-lanterns below!

10/25/2026

🀄 It was too much fun not to do it again!

From seasoned players calling "Mahjong!" to complete beginners picking up tiles for the first time, our first Mahjong Night in Pocantico Hills was a wonderful evening of lively tables and friendly competition.

We’re getting back together for two more evenings of tile-clacking, strategy, and good company!

🗓️ Dates: Wednesday, Oct 28 & Wednesday, Nov 4
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Historic Hudson Valley Library, Pocantico Hills

All skill levels are welcome—come play! Tickets are available now at https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?view=calendar&k=mahjong_nights

10/19/2026

There are 13 days left of spooky season. We're here to help you make the most of them.

Grab your tickets while you can at hudsonvalley.org/halloween

10/17/2026

Join us for Mahjong Nights in Pocantico Hills—a limited-run social series hosted at the Historic Hudson Valley's Library.

Whether you're an experienced player or picking up tiles for the first time, gather for an evening of friendly competition, great conversation, and some surprising history!

🎟️ Your ticket includes:
• Entry to 3 hours of gameplay (Beginner Instruction & Open Play options available)
• 2 drinks (including b**r and w**e)
• A delicious grazing spread packed with hearty snacks & sweet treats

📅 Dates: Wednesdays, October 21, October 28, and November 4 | 6PM – 9PM
📍 Location: Historic Hudson Valley Library (Pocantico Hills / Sleepy Hollow, NY)

Space is strictly limited and seats are filling up fast -- join us for one night or all! https://hudsonvalley.org/events/mahjong-nights-in-pocantico-hills/

10/16/2026

Weather Update for October 16, 2026

Twilight Village is cancelled this evening. All ticket holders will be automatically refunded.

All other sites and events are currently scheduled to be open on October 16, 2026.

If you’d prefer to visit on a different day or evening, we’re waiving our standard exchange deadline for October 16 ticket holders. You can exchange your tickets for another available date through 11:59PM on Friday, October 16. A $2.50 per ticket exchange fee will apply.

Start a ticket exchange. https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/account/login?returnURL=/c/exchanges

Get instructions on how to exchange your tickets.
https://hudsonvalley.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43612533941527-How-can-I-exchange-my-tickets-online

Member Ticket Exchanges
To exchange tickets, call our ticket hotline, which is open until 11pm this evening. If you’ve already purchased new tickets online, email [email protected]—our team will apply your member benefits and adjust your order on the next business day.

Tours and Event Updates

Union Church of Pocantico Hills > Indoor experience. Tours are operating as scheduled.

Legendary Tours of Washington Irving’s Sunnyside > Tours are operating as scheduled.

Headless Horseman Files > Tours are operating as scheduled.

Spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country > Indoor experience. Performances operating as scheduled.

An Audience with Poe > Indoor experience. Performances operating as scheduled.

Irving’s ‘Legend’ > Performances will take place under a tent in the courtyard of Washington Irving’s Sunnyside this evening.

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze > Event is fully open this evening. In the event of a brief storm, visitors are welcome to wait in their vehicles and enter during a later time slot.

Twilight Village > Event is cancelled this evening.

09/26/2026

Meet the magicians behind the mystery.

Mark Clearview and Nick Wallace have each performed on television and stages around the world. Mark has appeared twice on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, earned a Golden Buzzer on Canada’s Got Talent, and performed at the MET Gala afterparty the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Nick has appeared on America’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller: Fool Us and was named the Canadian Champion of Magic.

Now in their third year at The Spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country, they’re bringing an entirely new collection of tricks, curiosities, and oddities to Philipsburg Manor.

And in Sleepy Hollow, even the setting is part of the story.

The Spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country opens October 2.

Tickets are available now. https://hudsonvalley.pulse.ly/r8armjpwvu

09/20/2026

🔍 Solve Sleepy Hollow’s greatest mystery.

Ichabod Crane has vanished, a terrifying shadow rides through the night, and everyone in town has something to hide. Step into 1790s Sleepy Hollow at Philipsburg Manor for The Headless Horseman Files—an interactive, live-action whodunit where you examine the evidence, question the locals, and crack the case.

Was it Brom Bones settling a score? Katrina Van Tassel guarding a secret? Or Hulda the Witch casting spells?

Gather your crew of detectives and test your sleuthing skills this autumn, October weekends starting October 2.https://hudsonvalley.pulse.ly/nbarw3h3bn

09/17/2026

Tomorrow, the Legend lives once again in the Hudson Valley. ✨

Whether you're tracing the origins of American literature at Legendary Tours of Washington Irving’s Sunnyside or marveling at thousands of glowing carved pumpkins at The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze, autumn in the valley starts right here.

📜The Legend Begins: Step inside Washington Irving's riverside home and uncover the stories that made Sleepy Hollow world-famous.

🎃The Tradition Continues: Stroll through and see what new magic awaits on the pumpkin trail!

Get tickets today: https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?view=calendar&k=events&promo=3252

Address

639 Bedford Road
Pocantico Hills, NY
10591

Website

http://www.hudsonvalley.org/

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