Top Things to do in Westchester County
Top Hotels in Westchester County
- 1. Sonesta White Plains Downtown
- 2. Baymont by Wyndham White Plains - Elmsford
- 3. Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers
- 4. Hyatt Place New York/Yonkers
- 5. Tarrytown House Estate
- 6. Royal Regency Hotel
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers Westchester
- 8. Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County
- 9. Hyatt House White Plains
- 10. Hampton Inn White Plains / Tarrytown
The 10 Best Museums in Westchester County, Westchester County
Westchester County, a collection of towns that serve as a popular suburb for the bordering New York City, is also the gateway to the Hudson River Valley, an area that promises a plethora of outdoor activities, from sailing to bird-watching to cross country skiing. The County also contains Rye Playland, a popular children's amusement park, historic sites from the American Revolution, the African American Heritage Trail and several famous houses, including Lyndhurst, a Gothic Revival mansion.
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1. Kenise Barnes Fine Art
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Kenise Barnes Fine Art was founded in 1994 on the belief that art is essential. We are a fine art gallery and art consulting firm that represents emerging and mid-career investment-quality artists. Our exhibition program includes over forty artists working in a variety of mediums. We organize more than twenty solo exhibitions and concept-driven group shows each year in our two spacious galleries.
2. Museum of the Early American Circus
3. Ona
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By irener435
Loved this little shop in Tarrytown. Everything is handmade (well almost) and made in different parts of the world. The owner of the shop is a very nice and helpful lady, highly recommend stopping by if you are visiting Tarrytown or of you live there.
4. Stepping Stones: The Historic Home Of Bill And Lois Wilson
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By grasshoppergirl26 - DeLand, United States
Lois Wilson created the foundation that keeps the house as it was at the end of her life in 1988. It is a magical step back to the beginning of the recovery movement in America. Highly recommend a visit.
5. The Armour-Stiner Octagon House
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
The Armour-Stiner (Octagon) House is one of the most visually unique homes in the world. It is the only known residence constructed in the eight-sided, domed colonnaded shape of a classic Roman Temple. Guided tours are available on a limited basis, see website for dates and times. The house is not wheelchair accessible.
Reviewed By Brooklyn-Jared - Vienna, Austria
This house is really interesting in terms of its architecture, the interior and its history. Set on a nice property in a lovely residential area. And it’s easily accessible, not hours away. We had a one hour tour with docent Farrah. Lots of interesting info. You must book online in advance. Highly recommend.
6. Lyndhurst
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4.5 based on 543 reviews
Lyndhurst mansion is closed but the grounds are open! Daily Grounds Passes are available through December 20th. Overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, New York, is Lyndhurst, one of America’s finest Gothic Revival mansions. Designed in 1838 by Alexander Jackson Davis, its architectural brilliance is complemented by the park-like landscape of the estate and a comprehensive collection of original decorative arts. Its noteworthy occupants included: former New York City mayor William Paulding, merchant George Merritt, and railroad tycoon Jay Gould. Lyndhurst is a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Reviewed By an0nym0us9999 - Memphis, United States
Lyndhurst was a dream estate built by Mr. Pauling that was sold to Jay Gould that overlooked the Hudson River. During Halloween, the house was decorated with Halloween decorations that took away from the overall historic feel of the house but was entertaining. I took the tour of the house it lasted about an hour and a half and get a good look at the furniture that was in the house during Jay Gould’s life. The house itself wasn’t anything extremely impressive. The most memorial piece of information about the estate for me was that the TV series, Dark Shadows, was filmed at Lyndhurst, and Barnabas’ and Angelique’s paintings from the TV series were displayed in one of the rooms. The house was built in a gothic revival style where ever door, window, room, furniture and et cetera had a parallel matching accompaniment. It was a enjoyable historic site to explore.
7. Sculpture Garden
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
Pepsi was one of the few corporations to seriously invest in modern sculpture, and the result is this impressive collection.
Reviewed By BuggyBPG - Cos Cob, United States
I was meditating and focusing on my heart chakra during my come-up as I meditated by the pond and the trails started to kick in as I meditated and the clouds were coming off of it it was like a Monay painting. I got up and started strolling through the sculpture garden. Let me tell you, the visuals that go with this is priceless. I wish I had the words for it or a way to draw it for you or maybe take a picture of it in my mind - like a tripping camera how aweseome would that be! Anyway The ladies were dancing around and around and around me and I felt connected to the universe, I felt that each of them was an element and all of them working in unison made the world go round. Then I got a little bit sick and had to boot. I recovered though, got up, and jogged around the park. I found a nice bench to sit down and meditate once I found myself regaining control and focus. I definitely found that this place helped me realign my energies. I recommend it.
8. Katonah Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
The Katonah Museum of Art, designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes, is a non-collecting institution dedicated to encouraging the enjoyment, appreciation and study of the visual arts by visitors of all ages. The Museum offers a series of changing exhibitions, active community outreach, and over 150 lectures, workshops, and concerts annually.
Reviewed By TommyBoy94 - Philadelphia, United States
Amazing exhibit of a woman who uses fabric to elevate already extraordinary black and white photographs of African Americans. Hard to explain unless you see it or at least order a catalog. Covid Compliant. Masks and social distance required. Patrons only allowed in one direction in the exhibit halls and, again, clearly marked distancing.
9. Neuberger Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By touriag - New York City, United States
Situated in the heart of the beautiful SUNY purchase campus, this museum is free for students and a very small admission fee for the outside visitors. It is apparently the tenth largest university museum in the nation and has modern and African art as part of its permanent collection. If you are going through the campus, or Purchase do not miss this museum and its wonderful gift shop.
10. The 1816 Schoolhouse
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