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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Kinderhook

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Kinderhook, New York

Updated January 5, 2020

Unusual Attractions in Kinderhook

Kinderhook, New York

Ichabod Crane Schoolhouse

The schoolhouse where Jesse Merwin, the inspiration for the "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" character, once taught.

Kinderhook, New York

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site

At this farm in upstate New York, the former president plotted his reelection campaign.

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Taconic Sculpture Park

Three acres of mythology-inspired sculptures are visible from the highway.

8 miles from Kinderhook

Hudson, New York

Hudson-Athens Lighthouse

A small Second Empire-style building is one of only seven remaining lighthouses on the Hudson River.

11 miles from Kinderhook

Earlton, New York

Basement Bistro

This one-man homegrown eatery may be the world's most exclusive restaurant with its five-year waiting list.

12 miles from Kinderhook

Hudson, New York

Olana

The Hudson River School comes alive at this palatial estate.

14 miles from Kinderhook

Hillsdale, New York

Circle Museum

Eight whimsical acres of metal art.

14 miles from Kinderhook

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