Master storyteller Jonathan Kruk returns to the Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow this October to give his dramatic readings of Washington Irving’s classic tale, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," featuring the Headless Horseman, Ichabod Crane, Brom Bones, and Katrina Van Tassel. Flavored with live spooky organ music by Jim Keyes, Kruk’s storytelling captivates all audiences. Admissions for this 45-minute performance are by timed ticket only, which MUST be purchased in advance. Make plans to attend on one of these dates: October 6-8, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28. Evening performances are at 5, 6:15, 7:30, 8:45. (No 5 p.m. performance on Fridays, no 8:45 performance on Sundays and Columbus Day Monday.) Buy tickets online at Historic Hudson Valley or call 914-631-8200.
A New Book About the Old Dutch
Stories from the Old Dutch Church's 326 years are collected in an engaging and colorful new 137-page book published by the Friends of the Old Dutch Church & Burying Ground. The book includes many entertaining true tales about the church and its members and is fully illustrated with color photos, art and maps. More than a history, it gives fascinating glimpses into life in the early Colony, folk art traditions in the Burying Ground gravestones, models for Washington Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," local heroes of the Revolution, remarkable pastors, and many colorful characters associated with the church and community over the years. Sales go toward preserving the church & burying ground for future generations to enjoy.
Enjoy a virtual tour of the church and burying ground with the multimedia iPad walking tour, available at the iTunes App Store for 99 cents. The tour features the history of the 17th-century church and includes stories about some of the people buried in the churchyard, including local heroes from the Revolutionary War, models for Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow" characters, and even a witch.
Opening Hours
The Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow, a National Historic Landmark, is open most weekend afternoons in summer and fall. Free admission. The Old Dutch is located at 430 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY. The adjacent Burying Ground is open daily year-round.
This CD features a concert by organ virtuoso and choral conductor Kent Tritle on the magnificent Noack tracker pipe organ at the Old Dutch Church. The CD features compositions by Johann Sebastian Bach, who was born the same year the church was constructed (1685), and three other composers who influenced Bach's Baroque style. Click here to read the New York Times review of Mr. Tritle's concert at St. Ignatius Loyola in New York City.
327 Years and Counting...
OLD DUTCH HIGHLIGHTS
Built in 1685
Oldest church in New York
"Legend of Sleepy Hollow" setting
National Historic Landmark
Still a house of worship
Folk Art Gravestones
Want to preserve this National Historic Landmark? Join the Friends of Old Dutch.Your tax-deductible contribution will go toward keeping this legendary church maintained and open to the public.
Master storyteller Jonathan Kruk returns to the Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow this October to give his dramatic readings of Washington Irving’s classic tale, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," featuring the Headless Horseman, Ichabod Crane, Brom Bones, and Katrina Van Tassel. Flavored with live spooky organ music by Jim Keyes, Kruk’s storytelling captivates all audiences. Admissions for this 45-minute performance are by timed ticket only, which MUST be purchased in advance. Make plans to attend on one of these dates: October 6-8, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28. Evening performances are at 5, 6:15, 7:30, 8:45. (No 5 p.m. performance on Fridays, no 8:45 performance on Sundays and Columbus Day Monday.) Buy tickets online at 
Stories from the Old Dutch Church's 326 years are collected in an engaging and colorful new 137-page book published by the Friends of the Old Dutch Church & Burying Ground. The book includes many entertaining true tales about the church and its members and is fully illustrated with color photos, art and maps. More than a history, it gives fascinating glimpses into life in the early Colony, folk art traditions in the Burying Ground gravestones, models for Washington Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," local heroes of the Revolution, remarkable pastors, and many colorful characters associated with the church and community over the years. Sales go toward preserving the church & burying ground for future generations to enjoy.
