Experience the domestic life and social activities of one of New York's most prominent families, The Van Cortlandts, by visiting their former home in the years just after the American Revolution.
Experience the domestic life of a patriot family living in the years just after the American Revolution, known as the New Nation period. Explore the stone manor house and brick ferry house located in Croton-on-Hudson in Westchester, NY. Once occupied by one of New York's most prominent families, tours address issues they faced on pressing political concerns of the time, including Federalist and Anti-Federalist debates over the drafting of the constitution.
Wander through the heritage gardens and stroll down a quiet country road along the Croton River. Tour one of the largest and best-equipped colonial kitchens in America and view examples of 18th century medicine and foodways.