Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow
Author | : Historical Society, Inc. |
Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
Total Pages | : 132 |
Release | : 1997-10-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0738557803 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780738557809 |
Rating | : 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Twenty-five miles north of New York City lie two scenic villages: Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. These villages, bordering the majestic Hudson River, are rich in the charm and mystery of their shared historic past. From the era of Weckquaesgeek to the close of World War II, Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow depicts scenes of area residents' mothers, fathers, grandparents, and ancestors at work, home, school, and play. Treasured images of Revolutionary War sites, the growing villages, and stately mansions and castles bring the past of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow to life. Also vividly brought to life is the location Washington Irving made famous with The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.