Located on the former Pocantico Hills and Rockwood Hall country estates of John D. Rockefeller family and William Rockefeller, the park offers 55 miles of carriage roads for walking, hiking, carriage driving, and cross-country skiing.
Home to over 21,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, textiles, and glass and ceramic wares.
John Jay was one of America’s Founding Fathers—he was also President of the Continental Congress, U.S. Secretary for Foreign Affairs, first Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, and the second governor of New York State. Construction started on his home in 1799 and Jay moved there in 1801. Today the historic site sits on 62 acres, which feature 19-century farm buildings and formal gardens.
This 200-acre estate overlooking the Hudson River features an 1851 Italianate villa and was the home of artist and inventor Samuel Morse.
There are only about 100 wooden roller coasters in the United States, and Rye Playland is home to one of them. In operation since 1928, the park has both kiddie rides and thrill rides, as well as a boardwalk, beach, and pool area.
The original Clermont mansion was built around 1740 and burned to the ground in 1777, as punishment for supporting the rebels during the American Revolution. Martha Livingston rebuilt the home during the Revolution. Her son, the home’s most famous resident, was Robert R. Livingston, Jr., Founding Father of the United States. The gardens and home have views of the Hudson River.
Thomas Cole, the founder of the Hudson River School of painting, lived and worked in this home from 1833-1848.
Designed by Frank Gehry, the performance space showcases theater, dance, and musicians from around the world.
Photo Credit: Peter Aaron ’68/Esto
An 18th-century church that was used as a military hospital during the Revolutionary War.
Modern, contemporary, and African art museum with a permanent collection of over 6,000 pieces.
Gardens designed by Russell Page and 20th-century sculpture, including works by Alexander Calder, Jean Dubuffet, Joan Miró, Auguste Rodin, and Alberto Giacometti
A farmer’s market and community gathering with live musicians and more. Saturdays from 8:30am – 2pm; Memorial Day – Thanksgiving.
Historic 1869 theater featuring arts education programs, music, dance, theater, Live in HD broadcasts, and classic films.
A non-collecting museum offering a series of changing exhibitions, community programs, lectures, workshops, and concerts.
Trails for hiking and a restored Keeper’s Cottage.
The estate is a masterpiece of American Beaux-Arts design and an example of America’s Gilded Age. It sits on 200 acres with Hudson River views and formal gardens.
A Neoclassical mansion built between 1804-1809, situated on 68 acres. Offers beautiful views of the Hudson River.
The home of America’s only 4-term president, known as “Springwood”, as well as the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum. There are guided tour of the home, and 300 acres with gardens and trails to explore.
The oldest military museum in the country, collections include items related to the history of the U.S. Army, the history of warfare, as well as displays of large and small weapons. Admission is free.
Early-1900s interpretive farm with dairy barn, milk house, ice house, and blacksmith shop. Visit to experience family programs, art exhibits, and hiking.