The Original Knickerbocker - Washington Irving & The Legend of Sleepy Hollow | Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area

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The Original Knickerbocker - Washington Irving & The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Location

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery - South Gate
430 North Broadway
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

41.096997 -73.861625

County: Westchester
Region: Lower Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 5, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 5, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 6, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 6, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 12, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 12, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 13, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 13, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 19, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 19, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 20, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 20, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 26, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 26, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 27, 2026, 1:00PM (rain or shine)
  • September 27, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)

Details

Event Type Historic Site Tour/History Description Learn why Washington Irving is called the "Original Knickerbocker" as we walk to the famous author's final resting place. Hear more about the talented Mr. Irving, his influence on popular culture today and reflect on why "The Legend" has never been out of print for more than 200 years! You'll also find out what the Receiving Vault used to receive, see the Revolutionary War monument, and admire this historic cemetery's lovely art and architecture along the way during a one-hour walking tour. Organization Hosting the Event Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Phone Number (914) 631-0081 Contact Email christina@sleepyhollowcemetery.org

Registration

On-line ticket sales close 30 minutes before the tour. Cash or Venmo purchase is possible upon arrival if there are still tickets available.
Tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased in advance from our website www.sleepyhollowcemetery.org Walk-ins (cash or Venmo only) can be accepted if space is available.

Additional Information

Additional Equipment Required: This one-hour walking tour covers some steep areas, stairs and unpaved roads. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended.

Event Duration (hours): 1

Family Friendly: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Walking Distance to Amtrak or Metro North Station: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes
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