"From the listless repose of the place, and the peculiar character of its inhabitants, who are descendants from the original Dutch settlers, this sequestered glen has long been known by name of Sleepy Hollow … A drowsy, dreamy influence seems to hang over the land, and to pervade the very atmosphere."
-Washington Irving, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Last weekend we took a trip with friends to the quaint and enchanting town of Sleepy Hollow, just 30 minutes north of the city. The small town comes to life this time of year, with candle-lit lanterns lining pathways, street festivals, hay rides through the historic graveyard and a mysterious headless horseman lingering in the woods. Irving and his characters who were based on actual residents were even buried in the old Dutch Cemetery.
The adventure continued that weekend from the little town of Sleepy Hollow to the city that never sleeps…
The weekend was full of late nights with great friends, a little shopping in Soho, and an anticipated visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
Our last stop at the 9/11 Memorial Museum was a solemn reminder of just how precious and fragile life is. September 11, 2001 was a day no one will ever forget.
As always, we had a great time in New York City with even greater company and Sleepy Hollow will definitely go down in the books for the best place during the Halloween season!
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