Edward Hopper House Museum and Study Center

Address:  82 N Broadway

Phone: 845-358-0774

Edward Hopper House Museum and Study is the birthplace of the renowned American artist Edward Hopper (1882-1967).  It was built in 1858 by his maternal grandfather and served as his primary residence until 1910. After Hopper’s death, the house fell into disrepair, but was saved from demolition and restored by members of the local community. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Since 1971, the Edward Hopper House has been a not-for-profit art center and museum, preserving the legacy and home of America’s most iconic artist.

Historic Society of the Nyacks

Address: 50 Piermont Avenue

Phone: 845-535-1402

The Historical Society of the Nyacks, founded in 1994, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to researching, preserving, and fostering an appreciation of the history of the Nyack community. The Historical Society’s museum hosts programs and exhibits and is open to the public every Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. Plan your visit at nyackhistory.org.

The Nyack Library

Address: 59 South Broadway

Phone: 845-358-3370

The Nyack Library aims to provide all members of its community with the materials and the professional, caring staff assistance they need to help them gain knowledge, broaden their lives, and fulfill their cultural, intellectual, educational, and recreational needs. Always contributing to the cultural depth of our community, the Nyack Library hosts community programs such as the Carnegie Concert Series, which features music in classical, jazz, and popular genres all in the setting of our beautiful Carnegie Room.

Bench by the Road

Address: Memorial Park (upper level), 51 Piermont Avenue

The Bench by the Road Project was launched by the Toni Morrison Society in honor of Nobel Laureate Toni Morrison. This Bench is placed in memory of Cynthia Hesdra, an African American woman who was enslaved early in her life and after gaining her freedom became a successful entrepreneur, land owner, and Underground Railroad Conductor. She lived in the Village of Nyack, New York, during the mind-to-late nineteenth century. Hesdra, born in Tappan, New York, acquired her wealth through her thriving laundry trade and purchased a number of properties in both New York City and Nyack. She and her husband Edward opened their house to countless fugitive slaves who made their journey north along the Hudson River. This memorial honors Cynthia Hesdra’s personal fortitude, entrepreneurial vision, and her compassionate commitment to freedom. Dedicated May 15, 2015.

Carson McCullers House

Address: 13 South Broadway

Phone: 706-565-1200

Home to noted author Carson McCullers (1917–1967) from 1945 to 1967, this historic home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. Dedicated to preserving the legacy of Carson McCullers; nurturing writers and musicians, educating young people; and fostering literary, musical, artistic, and intellectual culture in the United States and abroad.

Elmwood Playhouse

Address: 10 Park Street

Phone: 845-353-1313

Elmwood Playhouse performing arts theater produces award winning live theater productions. Musicals, comedies and dramas in a year-round season.

John Green House

Address: 23 Main Street Nyack, NY 10960

The John Green House is the oldest remaining Dutch Colonial Sandstone structure in the Village of Nyack NY, built by John Edward Green (1772-1842) in the year 1819. It is listed on both the New York and National Registers of Historic Places. While not currently open to the public, the John Green Preservation Coalition has a compelling future vision for the House that revolves around local art and maritime history.

Maureen’s Jazz Cellar

Address: 2 North Broadway Nyack, NY 10960

Phone: 845-535-3143

Maureen’s Jazz Cellar is an intimate music venue providing Rockland County ​with stellar Jazz, Classical, Cabaret, Piano Bar, Acoustic Music, and Comedy.

Oak Hill Cemetery

Address: 140 North Broadway

Phone: 845-358-0012

This nonsectarian cemetery was dedicated on June 27, 1848 before a crowd of 3,000 people. The establishment of the cemetery reflected a transition from small family or religious cemeteries. Oak Hill Cemetery has been enlarged several times and occupies 65 acres. It is the final resting place of the founders of Nyack and other area families, including veterans, artists, writers, and scientists, among many others.

Rockland Center for the Arts

Address: 27 South Greenbush Road, West Nyack

Phone: (845) 358-0877

RoCA is committed to the process of experiencing, responding to, creating, and presenting art. By providing a range of relevant, thought-provoking programs, RoCA engages the individual and the community through quality art experiences, while cultivating new audiences in personally meaningful ways. Visit their galleries or wander the sculpture path on their ten-acre grounds.