Historic Hudson Valley

Historic Hudson Valley 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 interest

s 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.

Looking for a unique summer evening activity? Look no further!Join us for Bread, Beer and Bluegrass -- our second Enchan...
06/12/2026

Looking for a unique summer evening activity? Look no further!

Join us for Bread, Beer and Bluegrass -- our second Enchanted Evening THIS Sunday, June 14, at Philipsburg Manor.

The lineup:
🎧 4:15–5 PM - DJ Steve Brock
🎶 5–6:45 PM - live outdoor concert with band Astrograss (bring your blankets and chairs!)

Available all evening:
🍞 Fresh bread samples from our beehive oven (while supplies last) The Hudson Oven
🌾 Tour our grist mill
🐷 Food from
🍺Beer from local vendors: Hudson North Cider, Harlem Brewing, and Adapt Beer Project

Bring your friends and get ready for a summer evening of music, history, and great food.

Kids under 17 attend for free! Tickets are available at the link below:
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/enchanted-evenings-at-philipsburg-manor/bread-beer-and-bluegrass?promo=3225

It's New York's Invasive Species Awareness Week -- a time to understand and recognize the harm invasive species can have...
06/11/2026

It's New York's Invasive Species Awareness Week -- a time to understand and recognize the harm invasive species can have on landscapes, ecosystems.

Caring for sites like Philipsburg Manor, Washington Irving's Sunnyside, and Van Cortlandt Manor means preserving more than historic buildings -- it also means protecting the natural landscapes that tell their stories.

Invasive species can threaten native plants, disrupt ecosystems, and alter the historic character of the places we work to protect. That's why our focus extends beyond just buildings and collections.

With help from organizations like the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and their Hudson Estuary Trees for Tribs program, we continue our restoration efforts so these sites can be visited for years to come!

We love all types of tea at Historic Hudson Valley!This summer, we've got some fun new experiences brewing:☕Revolutionar...
06/10/2026

We love all types of tea at Historic Hudson Valley!

This summer, we've got some fun new experiences brewing:
☕Revolutionary Tea Party at Philipsburg Manor
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary! Sample period-inspired teas from Oliver Pluff & Company and enjoy light bites inspired by 18th-century flavors.

Plus, Revolutionary Tea Party guests receive $3 off a Philipsburg Manor tour during Independence Day weekend (July 3–5).

🌞Summer Solstice Tea at Washington Irving's Sunnyside
Celebrate the longest day of the year with seasonal botanical teas, hands-on midsummer crafts, and a beautiful evening in Washington Irving's courtyard.

And don't forget to pick up some special teas and mugs only found at the Historic Hudson Valley sites!

Tickets for both experiences are available now at the link below:
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?k=PM_Shop_Event&k=SS_Shop_Event&promo=3200

Did you know the New York Knicks can trace their name back to a character created by Washington Irving?In 1809, Irving p...
06/08/2026

Did you know the New York Knicks can trace their name back to a character created by Washington Irving?

In 1809, Irving published "A History of New York" under the pseudonym Diedrich Knickerbocker. The character became so popular that "Knickerbocker" became closely associated with New York and its Dutch heritage.

More than a century later, New York's NBA team adopted the name "Knickerbockers"—eventually shortened to the Knicks.

From literature to basketball, Irving's influence is still part of New York's identity. Not many authors leave behind a legacy that's still being chanted in an arena more than 200 years later.

Let's go Knicks! 🏀🧡💙

Historical images:
Drawing - Diedrich Knickerbocker From A History of New York. F. O. C. Darley, 1847-1849. Ink on paper.
Engraving - Portraits of Washington Irving and Diedrich Knickerbocker, Drawn & Engraved for the Knicker Magazine. Undated. Ink on paper.

We spotted some pretty spectacular clouds over Philipsburg Manor recently. ☁️Centuries of history, photogenic landscapes...
06/08/2026

We spotted some pretty spectacular clouds over Philipsburg Manor recently. ☁️

Centuries of history, photogenic landscapes, and historic buildings make every visit to Philipsburg Manor a little different and full of things to discover.

Come experience it for yourself this season. Enchanted Evenings begin this Saturday, June 6, bringing music, storytelling, food, magic, and more, while Summer Saturdays return July 11 with hands-on activities for the whole family.

Tickets are available now at the link below:
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?k=Philipsburg,PM_Shop_Event,enchanted_evenings&promo=3104

🍩 It's National Donut Day, so of course we have to share some donut-related history!Long before donuts became a staple o...
06/05/2026

🍩 It's National Donut Day, so of course we have to share some donut-related history!

Long before donuts became a staple of bakeries and coffee shops, Washington Irving was writing about them. In "A History of New York by Diedrich Knickerbocker," he wrote:

"[I]t was always sure to boast of an enormous dish of balls of sweetened dough, fried in hog’s fat, and called dough-nuts, or oly koeks -- a delicious kind of cake."

At Washington Irving's Sunnyside, you can still step inside the dining room where Irving entertained his guests and imagine the legendary feasts that happened there.

Tickets are available now at the link below:
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?calendar&k=Sunnyside&promo=3116

The best stories are the ones that actually happened.Meet the five talented storytellers bringing their funniest, most u...
06/05/2026

The best stories are the ones that actually happened.

Meet the five talented storytellers bringing their funniest, most unforgettable true tales to Story Stage at our Enchanted Evenings this summer.

From unexpected adventures to laugh-out-loud mishaps, each storyteller has a story worth telling -- and hearing.

Swipe through to meet the lineup, then join us for an evening of humor, heart, and the kind of stories you'll be retelling long after the night is over.

🎤 Story Stage: It Happened that Summer
📅 Saturday, July 11
🎟️ Tickets at the link below
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/enchanted-evenings-at-philipsburg-manor/storystage?promo=3225

Belinda and Will are back!The years -- 150 of them! -- had begun to leave their mark on these cherished dolls, and they ...
06/04/2026

Belinda and Will are back!

The years -- 150 of them! -- had begun to leave their mark on these cherished dolls, and they were in need of some conservation work.

After months of careful work by Textile Conservation Workshop, Belinda and Will have returned and can continue sharing their stories for years to come.

Here's some of the treatments that were done for Belinda:
-Hand-vacuumed using micro-attachments and low suction
-Broken fingers on both hands were tacked in place
-Left wrist was reattached to her arm
-Custom gloves were created from a lightweight sheer fabric

And for Will:
-Hand-vacuumed using micro-attachments and low suction
-Holes in his suit and sock were stabilized with patching fabric
-Openings along the outer seams of his breeches were sewn closed
-Pin-tucks were gently pressed open with a low heat tacking iron

Swipe for a behind-the-scenes look at the conservation process and to compare the before-and-after results.

We're thrilled to have them back. And as it turns out, they clean up pretty nice. 😊 Visit Washington Irving's Sunnyside this fall to see them on display.

The conservation of this work was supported through the NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant Program administered by Greater Hudson Heritage Network GHHN. This program is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The Coby Foundation has provided additional dedicated support for textile conservation projects.

Enchanted Evenings begin this Saturday, June 6!New this year, these twilight gatherings invite you to experience Philips...
06/03/2026

Enchanted Evenings begin this Saturday, June 6!

New this year, these twilight gatherings invite you to experience Philipsburg Manor after hours with live music, dancing, food, demonstrations, crafts, and more for the whole family.

Our first evening, Sheep, Shepherds, and Spindles in Sleepy Hollow, features:
🐑Sheep herding demonstrations
🐤A petting zoo with seven different animals
🥪Food trucks
🎶A DJ spinning vinyl
🧶A weaving demonstration
🎨Hands-on crafts
🛍️Shopping for handmade products with local vendors

And that's just the beginning. This summer's full Enchanted Evenings lineup also includes:
🍞 June 12 – Bread, Beer and Bluegrass
💃 June 26 – A Soul Dance Celebration
😂 July 11 – Story Stage: It Happened that Summer
🎩 July 18 – Magic and Cocktails with Noah Levine

Tickets for all nights are available at the link below:
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?view=calendar&k=enchanted_evenings&promo=3225

For the past four years, and I have partnered with Historical Hudson Valley () to curate and produce the Pinkster celeb...
06/02/2026

For the past four years, and I have partnered with Historical Hudson Valley () to curate and produce the Pinkster celebration at Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Every year has been special, but this year’s production was by far my favorite.

On May 23, despite the rain, we gathered to honor our ancestors and celebrate Pinkster—the oldest African American holiday in the United States. We sang our songs, danced our dances, painted our bodies, played our music, and lifted our spirits together.

Deep gratitude to everyone who joined us and shared their gifts. And endless love to those who came before us. We remember you. We honor you. We love you.

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