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About Philipse Manor Station
Philipse Manor Station, now housing the Hudson Valley Writers Center, is a historic NRHP-listed building repurposed as a literary arts venue. Located at 300 Riverside Drive in Sleepy Hollow, NY, the venue sits along the Hudson Line and serves as a flexible rental space for readings, performances, and literary events. The building preserves its rail heritage while offering an intimate setting for audiences and creators alike. Whether you’re attending a Platform Magic performance, an Open Write reading, or HVWC Gala events, you’ll find a welcoming space designed for comunidad and creativity.
Note: Seating capacity and layout vary by event. The space is approximately 800 square feet, with dozens of chairs available and room for both seated and standing configurations. Expect roughly 50 seats or 60–70 standing attendees depending on the arrangement.
Access is convenient for riders and drivers alike: the venue sits at the Philipse Manor Station on the Metro-North Hudson Line, with ADA-accessible access on one level and ramps noted by MTA and HVWC. Parking is ample at the train station, including HVWC-designated spaces; if those are full, nearby commuter spaces can be used with a paper pass for easy access.
Nearby hotels and dining options offer convenient stays for guests and visiting authors. Consider these trusted options to pair with your event experience:
- Sleepy Hollow Hotel & Conference Center — 455 S Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591
- Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County — 475 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, NY 10591
- Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson — 49 East Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown, NY 10591
We’ve got you covered with affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and nearby dining to make planning easy. If you’re traveling for an event, secure your accommodations and meals in advance to ensure a smooth visit. For venue-specific inquiries, contact HVWC or the box office for availability and event details.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: Hudson Valley Writers Center, 300 Riverside Drive, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591 (GPS: Philips(e) Manor Station).
- Venue type: The Hudson Valley Writers Center operates in the former Philipse Manor Station building and serves as a literary arts venue and rental space. The building is NRHP-listed and was repurposed for the center.
- Parking: Ample parking at the train station with HVWC-designated spaces; if those are full, use other commuter spaces and display a paper pass.
- Transit: Located at the Philipse Manor Station on the Metro-North Hudson Line; station access is ADA-accessible on one level, with ramps noted by MTA and the HVWC site.
- Seating/chart: No published seating chart; the venue provides 'dozens of chairs' and the space is ~800 sq ft; capacity varies by layout (roughly 50 seated / 60-70 standing per rental listings).
- Notable events hosted: Platform Magic performances (Noah Levine); Open Write/print readings; HVWC Gala events (notably 2024 with Stacy Schiff).
- Renamed/demolished status: The station building remains and is now the Hudson Valley Writers Center; the rail stop itself is still active on the Hudson Line. The building’s NRHP status confirms its historic preservation.
- Nearby hotels: Sleepy Hollow Hotel & Conference Center (455 S Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591); Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County (475 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, NY 10591); Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson (49 East Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown, NY 10591).