Brinton Brook Sanctuary is located in Croton-on-Hudson, in the beautiful Hudson River Valley, Westchester County, NY. Brinton Brook Sanctuary offers three miles of hiking trails through a wide variety of habitats. The trails of Brinton Brook Sanctuary connect to the Highland Trail, part of the Croton-on-Hudson village trail system. Brinton Brook is a good place to enjoy hiking, birding, wildflowers and scenic vistas. Brinton Brook is our largest sanctuary and was the first managed by Saw Mill River Audubon. Management rights to an additional 27 acres were obtained from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson in 1998 raising the total area to 156 acres. Press "Blue Button" for trail maps and more about Brinton Brook Sanctuary.
Park and Garden Attractions Hiking, Birding, Guided Tours, Dogs are permitted on leashes.
The Croton Point Nature Center and Discovery Trail are located in the 504-acre Croton Point Park, which is situated on the largest peninsula of the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson. The scenic discovery trail winds its way through the park, enabling visitors to explore the Croton Point's many plant and wildlife species, including painted turtles and a variety of frogs, as well as its unique historical features.
The Croton Point Nature Center located on the northwest tip of the park, displays exhibits about the Hudson River, local history, flora and fauna, and archeology. The center hosts weekly programs, including nature walks, presentation on area history, and arts and crafts workshops. The center is also the headquarters for the Material Archives and Laboratory for Archaeology.
There are four miles of Hudson River shoreline to explore. The park, which also winter Bald Eagles, is an Important Bird Area (IBA). A capped landfill is now a vast meadow abundant in species of birds and butterflies. The park's historical structures have been designated as a historic district.
Special Interest: Treaty Oak Monument, Meadow, Brickyard Excavation, Teller's Point and English Yews, Croton Bay, The Wine Cellars, Conifer Forest
Attractions include: Birding Cross-Country Skiing Cultural History Programs Hiking / Walking Nature Study
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Holy Name of Mary began as a mission church of St. Augustine's Parish in Sing Sing (now the village of Ossining, NY) in 1868. In 1877 Archbishop McClosky of New York assigned a resident pastor, Fr. Patrick McGovern, and it became a parish in its own right.
The first church that was built named the street which is still called Church Street. Many stone masons and laborers from Italy emigrated to this area during the construction of the Croton Dam (1892-1905), and their descendants are among the active parishioners of the parish to this day. The second church was built on Grand Street in 1898. In 1929, a third church was built adjacent to the second, and the older church was converted into a school. The Chapel of the Good Shepherd was also built in the Harmon section of the village at that time. The second and third churches were built of stone through the generosity of the Coleman family, who were the builders of the Croton Dam.
In 1990 and 1991, both the main church and Good Shepherd Chapel were remodeled and renovated. The school building was converted to be used as a center for religious education, daycare, and as meeting spaces for many parish and extra-parish groups. Because of increased need for meeting space of the ever enlarging religious education program, parish Montessori school, youth ministry, and parish ministry groups another large meeting space was added to the church/school complex in 2000.
We at St. Augustine's are delighted to welcome you to our Web site. If you have cause to visit Croton-on-Hudson or the towns surrounding it, we hope that you will visit us in person and give us the opportunity to worship with you and to get to know you. If you so choose, we would welcome you as a member of our parish family. St. Augustine's is a Church where all people, from the very young to seniors, are active participants in worship and our Christian life.
We are an Episcopal Church, a branch of the world wide Anglican Communion, which includes an estimated 70 million people in 164 countries. We are proud to be a part of this global Christian family. Press "Blue Button" for more information.
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Jean-Jacques’ Culinary Creations prides itself on combining epicurean excellence with flawless execution. "Our innovative chefs are skilled in meticulously and artfully preparing an array of international cuisines to accommodate a diversity of tastes and budgets. A complimentary food tasting, held at our private party room in Pleasantville, is an ideal opportunity to experience the quality of our food and service." Press "Blue Button" for more information about Jean-Jacques' Culinary Creations.
Comments Catering Seating available in Restaurant: select food at counter - served on plastic.
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Brinton Brook Sanctuary is located in Croton-on-Hudson, in the beautiful Hudson River Valley, Westchester County, NY. Brinton Brook Sanctuary offers three miles of hiking trails through a wide variety of habitats. The trails of Brinton Brook Sanctuary connect to the Highland Trail, part of the Croton-on-Hudson village trail system. Brinton Brook is a good place to enjoy hiking, birding, wildflowers and scenic vistas. Brinton Brook is our largest sanctuary and was the first managed by Saw Mill River Audubon. Management rights to an additional 27 acres were obtained from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson in 1998 raising the total area to 156 acres. Press "Blue Button" for trail maps and more about Brinton Brook Sanctuary.
Park and Garden Attractions Hiking, Birding, Guided Tours, Dogs are permitted on leashes.
The Croton Point Nature Center and Discovery Trail are located in the 504-acre Croton Point Park, which is situated on the largest peninsula of the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson. The scenic discovery trail winds its way through the park, enabling visitors to explore the Croton Point's many plant and wildlife species, including painted turtles and a variety of frogs, as well as its unique historical features.
The Croton Point Nature Center located on the northwest tip of the park, displays exhibits about the Hudson River, local history, flora and fauna, and archeology. The center hosts weekly programs, including nature walks, presentation on area history, and arts and crafts workshops. The center is also the headquarters for the Material Archives and Laboratory for Archaeology.
There are four miles of Hudson River shoreline to explore. The park, which also winter Bald Eagles, is an Important Bird Area (IBA). A capped landfill is now a vast meadow abundant in species of birds and butterflies. The park's historical structures have been designated as a historic district.
Special Interest: Treaty Oak Monument, Meadow, Brickyard Excavation, Teller's Point and English Yews, Croton Bay, The Wine Cellars, Conifer Forest
Attractions include: Birding Cross-Country Skiing Cultural History Programs Hiking / Walking Nature Study
Van Cortlandt Manor, situated on the banks of the Croton River in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, is a working estate and elegant country house that brings the new nation period vividly to life. The history of the estate is richly documented and the manor house contains primarily original furnishings, which provides an element of authenticity rarely seen in house museums.
A National Historic Landmark, the 18th-century stone manor house is the centerpiece of the property. It features a fine collection of Georgian and Federal period furnishings, many original to Van Cortlandt Manor. Of particular note is an extraordinary kitchen on the ground floor, with original hearth, beehive oven, and extensive collection of cooking equipment and utensils. Also on the grounds is an 18th-century tavern situated on the historic Albany Post Road at the site of a ferry crossing over the Croton River. The tavern showcases an extraordinary collection of vernacular Hudson River Valley furnishings and evokes fascinating tales of travel and transport in the post-revolutionary period. Press "Blue Button" for photos and more information about Van Cortlandt Manor.
Attractions include: Guided tours of the house and grounds, Stone manor house, Tenant farmer's house and tavern, Gardens, Costumed guides demonstrate and invite visitors to try blacksmithing, brick making, open-hearth cooking and more from the past.
Hudson National Golf Club is located at 40 Arrowcrest Drive, Croton on Hudson, NY 10520 in the Hudson River Valley. Hudson National Golf Club opened in June of 1996 and quickly forged a national reputation around its traditional design, supreme conditioning, and spectacular Hudson River views. Celebrated architect, Tom Fazio, utilized modern construction methods to deliver a golf course right out of golf’s Golden Era. The layout blends so seamlessly into the landscape that golfers are transported to an earlier time and place.
In the luxurious 22,500 square-foot Clubhouse, Members and their guests receive extraordinary service levels from the Hudson National Staff. The 260-acre site offers the second highest elevation in all of Westchester County. From the back tees at 6,955 yards, Fazio has created a world-class challenge. From each of the other four sets of tees, he fashioned an eminently playable layout that will nonetheless demand the shot-making skills of players of all skill levels.
The stone foundation and chimney of the original Hessian Hills Clubhouse, dating back to the 1920's, still remain and lies between the fourth green and fifth tee. This is where the old world meets the new. Stunning Hudson River views confront golfers during the round while the bunkers, etched into the landscape, represent the major obstacles. The fairway bunkers are strategically placed with steep vertical faces while the greenside bunkers are nestled closely to the putting surface. Press "Blue Button" for Layout, Scorecard, Photos and more information about Hudson National Golf Club.
Brinton Brook Sanctuary is located in Croton-on-Hudson, in the beautiful Hudson River Valley, Westchester County, NY. Brinton Brook Sanctuary offers three miles of hiking trails through a wide variety of habitats. The trails of Brinton Brook Sanctuary connect to the Highland Trail, part of the Croton-on-Hudson village trail system. Brinton Brook is a good place to enjoy hiking, birding, wildflowers and scenic vistas. Brinton Brook is our largest sanctuary and was the first managed by Saw Mill River Audubon. Management rights to an additional 27 acres were obtained from the Village of Croton-on-Hudson in 1998 raising the total area to 156 acres. Press "Blue Button" for trail maps and more about Brinton Brook Sanctuary.
Park and Garden Attractions Hiking, Birding, Guided Tours, Dogs are permitted on leashes.
The Croton Point Nature Center and Discovery Trail are located in the 504-acre Croton Point Park, which is situated on the largest peninsula of the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson. The scenic discovery trail winds its way through the park, enabling visitors to explore the Croton Point's many plant and wildlife species, including painted turtles and a variety of frogs, as well as its unique historical features.
The Croton Point Nature Center located on the northwest tip of the park, displays exhibits about the Hudson River, local history, flora and fauna, and archeology. The center hosts weekly programs, including nature walks, presentation on area history, and arts and crafts workshops. The center is also the headquarters for the Material Archives and Laboratory for Archaeology.
There are four miles of Hudson River shoreline to explore. The park, which also winter Bald Eagles, is an Important Bird Area (IBA). A capped landfill is now a vast meadow abundant in species of birds and butterflies. The park's historical structures have been designated as a historic district.
Special Interest: Treaty Oak Monument, Meadow, Brickyard Excavation, Teller's Point and English Yews, Croton Bay, The Wine Cellars, Conifer Forest
Attractions include: Birding Cross-Country Skiing Cultural History Programs Hiking / Walking Nature Study
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Van Cortlandt Manor, situated on the banks of the Croton River in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, is a working estate and elegant country house that brings the new nation period vividly to life. The history of the estate is richly documented and the manor house contains primarily original furnishings, which provides an element of authenticity rarely seen in house museums.
A National Historic Landmark, the 18th-century stone manor house is the centerpiece of the property. It features a fine collection of Georgian and Federal period furnishings, many original to Van Cortlandt Manor. Of particular note is an extraordinary kitchen on the ground floor, with original hearth, beehive oven, and extensive collection of cooking equipment and utensils. Also on the grounds is an 18th-century tavern situated on the historic Albany Post Road at the site of a ferry crossing over the Croton River. The tavern showcases an extraordinary collection of vernacular Hudson River Valley furnishings and evokes fascinating tales of travel and transport in the post-revolutionary period. Press "Blue Button" for photos and more information about Van Cortlandt Manor.
Attractions include: Guided tours of the house and grounds, Stone manor house, Tenant farmer's house and tavern, Gardens, Costumed guides demonstrate and invite visitors to try blacksmithing, brick making, open-hearth cooking and more from the past.
Croton-on-Hudson is located in the northern part of Westchester County, NY and runs along eight miles of Hudson River shoreline. Situated at the confluence of the Croton and Hudson Rivers, the topography of the Village affords dramatic views of Haverstraw Bay and the Croton River Gorge. Beautiful vistas, riverfront parks and extensive wooded areas characterize this picturesque and historic Village.
Croton-on-Hudson was formally incorporated as a village in the Town of Cortlandt in 1898. Croton-on-Hudson’s colonial-era history dates back to the 17th century and archaeological evidence indicates that it was populated by Native American Indians as early as 4950 BC. The Kitchawanc tribe, part of the Wappinger Confederacy of the Algonquin Nation, was native to the area. The Kitchawanc called the marsh separating Croton Point from Croton Neck "Senasqua," a name later used for the park further north. Croton itself is believed to be named for the Indian chief of the Kitchawanc tribe, Kenoten, which means "wild wind." A plaque on a rock at Croton Point Park marks the spot where a peace treaty was signed in 1645 between the Dutch and the Kitchawanc.
More Dutch arrived in the following decades, at first to trade and then, by the 1660s, to settle the area. In 1677, Stephanus Van Cortlandt, who later became the first native-born mayor of New York City, began acquiring land to create a manor and in 1697, a Royal Patent was issued designating the estate as the Manor of Cortlandt. The Village of Croton-on-Hudson thus evolved as an enclave of the Van Cortlandt Manor. Originally known as Croton Landing, its early Dutch residents were involved with agriculture and trade.
By the 19th century, farming, shipping, ship-building and flour and brick manufacturing had become the predominant industries, along with work on the railroad and construction of the Croton and New Croton Dams and the New Croton Aqueduct. These major public works projects in the 19th century, the railroad, the dams and the aqueduct, played a pivotal role in shaping Croton-on-Hudson’s demographic development and cemented its importance in the region. The construction of these projects brought an influx of German, Irish and Italian immigrants, who came to work and then settled with their families in the area. The influx of immigrants significantly increased the population of the Village and the surrounding areas so that by the time of its incorporation in 1898, the Village’s population had grown to 1,000 and to over 1,700 in the early 1900s.
The advent of the railroad had a large impact on the growth of Croton-on-Hudson and served as an economic engine for northern Westchester. Construction of a rail line to Poughkeepsie via Croton-on-Hudson began in 1846, when Poughkeepsie merchants advocated for an improved link to their city from New York City. In 1903, electric trains began operating out of the old Grand Central Terminal and construction began on a steam terminal at Croton Point where trains would switch over from electric to steam power to continue north past Croton-on-Hudson.
Most of the land acquired for the engine terminal was purchased from Clifford Harmon, a real estate developer, who took title to the Van Cortlandt family farm when electrification plans were announced in 1903. He stipulated in the deed to the property to NY Central Railroad that the station on Croton Point must always bear his name, hence the Croton-Harmon Station. The terminal for steam locomotives was completed in 1913, heralding a new era for Croton-on-Hudson as a railroad town. Since the New York Central rail line stopped in Harmon to change engines, it became a destination point for metropolitan area travelers. A shopping district developed around the railroad, creating a railroad village that became a focal point and source of employment in northern Westchester.
Construction began on the Croton Dam in 1837 after several water crises in New York City made clear the need for a steady supply of potable water. The project provided many jobs for Irish immigrants who had emigrated to escape the potato famines and it is estimated that at one point 10,000 laborers were working on the project. The New Croton Aqueduct was completed in 1890 and the New Croton Dam, designed to meet the ever-increasing demands for fresh water from New York City, was completed in 1907 after 15 years of Construction.
In 1932, two separate communities, Mount Airy and Harmon, were incorporated into the Village. Each area had a distinct identity that contributed to the cultural richness of the Croton-on-Hudson community. Mount Airy had remained a Quaker enclave into the 1800s but evolved in the early 1900s into a summer colony that attracted many Greenwich Village artists and writers. Poet Edna St. Vincent Millay and actress Gloria Swanson both resided in Croton-on-Hudson, and Elizabeth Duncan, sister of Isadora Duncan, founded a dance school there. Many noted members of the American Communist party lived and organized there as well. The area continued to attract writers and artists through the mid-1900s.
Harmon was founded in 1903 by Clifford Harmon with the goal of developing a rural enclave for artists, writers and musicians. The developer constructed a playhouse on Truesdale Drive, where ballets and concerts were performed, and also the Nikko Inn, which became a fashionable place for stage and government notables. Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks both lived in Harmon as did writers, journalists, teachers and college professors. By the 1920s, as the railroad expanded its services, Harmon had become a residential neighborhood for railroad workers and commuters to New York City.
Croton Jewish Center is a Conservative, egalitarian congregation. Our members are committed to the ideals of chesed (loving kindness), diversity, fellowship, and the values of Jewish life. Our members are our most cherished resource. We strive to create a traditionally genuine but unstuffy atmosphere so that all Jews whether from highly traditional upbringing or no Jewish background at all feel comfortable, valued, and inspired to learn and worship.
Welcome to Temple Israel of Northern Westchester, a Reform Jewish congregation in Croton On Hudson, New York. Temple Israel is an established congregation with approximately 500 member families and a history of over 55 years serving the many towns and villages of Northern Westchester. We offer a vibrant community with many active groups and committees as well as our Early Childhood Center, Religious School and Adult Education. Please explore our site to learn more about all we have to offer and the many opportunities to become a part of our community.
The Croton Free Library is located at 171 Cleveland Drive, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. We offer many services and information about:
New To Croton Upcoming Films and Film Festival Special Events Coming Soon Book Club News Adopt A Book Ottinger Room Programs Children's Events & Programming Volunteers Needed The Library Association Introducing Newcomers to our Library
Press "Blue Button" for more information about the Croton Free Library.
Welcome to the Croton-on-Hudson Chapter of MOMS Club International. We are a new chapter looking for members to grow our circle. We are a nonprofit organization. MOMS Club is a support group just for you, the mother-at-home of today, interested in the world around you, wanting a variety of activities for you and your children, and proud of your choice of at-home mothering. Internationally, the MOMS Club has over 1800+ chapters in seven countries, and we represent more than 85,000 members! We are the only international support group specifically for at-home mothers, and we'd like you to be a member, too! Press "Blue Button" for information.
Memphis Mae’s BBQ Bistro is located at 173 South Riverside Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. Memphis Mae’s is the first authentic southern barbecue restaurant in northern Westchester County. But Mae’s is much more than finger lickin’ good BBQ, it is an eclectic delectable collection of down-home comfort food served in a warm bistro-style setting.
Some of our most popular dishes include Memphis ribs, Texas brisket, Carolina pulled pork, Georgian fried green tomatoes, Mississippi catfish, fried oyster Po’Boys, blueberry cobbler and Mae’s famous “Nana Puddin” (banana pudding!) Mae’s multiple wood smokers operate 24 hours a day to provide fresh smoked foods everyday. “Having grown up in BBQ country in the Midwest, I’ve been cooking low and slow BBQ for a very long time and I’m able to combine my BBQ passion with my formal culinary training and experience." Press "Blue Button" for menus, website, and to find out about Memphis Mae's Take-out Packages to accompany your at-home sports viewing.
Cross River Eye Care & Vision Centers are for the entire family.
Cross River Eye Care is located at 20-B North Salem Road, NY 10518. Dr. Gregory Gaglioti specializes in the treatment and management of ocular disease, low vision, contact lenses and geriatric optometry. Dr. Gaglioti is the President of the Westchester, Rockland and Putnam Optometric Society. He is also a member of American Optometric Association and New York State Optometric Association
Croton Vision Center is located at 179 South Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. Dr. David Weinberger specializes in pediatric optometry (especially eye teaming or binocular vision problems and vision therapy) and fitting contact lenses including astigmatism and bifocal lenses.
We offer a full service Eye Care Center where we provide high quality personalized service, and a wide variety of frames. We also offer competitive pricing and quick turnaround time. Dr. David Weinberger and Dr. Gregory P. Gaglioti are available daily. Press "Blue Button" for more information about Cross River Eye Care and Croton Vision Center.
Cross River Eye Care & Vision Centers are for the entire family.
Cross River Eye Care is located at 20-B North Salem Road, NY 10518. Dr. Gregory Gaglioti specializes in the treatment and management of ocular disease, low vision, contact lenses and geriatric optometry. Dr. Gaglioti is the President of the Westchester, Rockland and Putnam Optometric Society. He is also a member of American Optometric Association and New York State Optometric Association
Croton Vision Center is located at 179 South Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. Dr. David Weinberger specializes in pediatric optometry (especially eye teaming or binocular vision problems and vision therapy) and fitting contact lenses including astigmatism and bifocal lenses.
We offer a full service Eye Care Center where we provide high quality personalized service, and a wide variety of frames. We also offer competitive pricing and quick turnaround time. Dr. David Weinberger and Dr. Gregory P. Gaglioti are available daily. Press "Blue Button" for more information about Cross River Eye Care and Croton Vision Center.
Tenampa Restaurant, serving authentic Mexican cuisine, is located at 2011 Albany Post Road Croton-on-Hudson, New York 10520. El Tenampa was originally founded by Juan Hernandez, from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, then in 1952 he and his wife moved to Mexico City. From then on El Tenampa was famous for having the most popular Mariachi bands play and become "murals" on the walls of the restaurant. The first mariachi to play in Mexico City's famous "Plaza Garibaldi" was also the first Mariachi who played at El Tenampa. El Tenampa continues to have murals on its walls of Mexico's fine music history from 1925 to the present. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about Tenampa Restaurant.
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars
Croton Point Park is a 508 acre park. This park offers year-round events and activities. including camping, hiking and swimming. Also, home of wine cellars, thought to be the oldest in NY and The Croton Point Nature Center which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.
Parks attractions include: Camping, Hiking Trails / Walking, Nature Center, Swimming, Wine Cellars