Village of Croton-on-Hudson 

     The Village of Croton-On-Hudson is located in Westchester County 30 miles north of New York City and runs along eight miles of the Hudson River shoreline.  Situated
at the confluence of the Croton and Hudson River.  The topography of the Village offers views of Haverstraw Bay and the Croton River Gorge.  Beautiful vistas, riverfront parks and extensive wooded areas characterize this picturesque and historic
village.
     Croton-on-Hudson history dates back to the 17th century.  The Kithawan Indian tribe was responsible for several of the current names in Croton today.  A plaque on a
rock at Croton Point Park marks the spot where a peace treaty was signed in 1645 between the Dutch and the Kitchawanc.  In 1677, Stephanus Van Cortlandt began acquiring land and in 1697, a Royal Patent was issued designating the estate as the Manor pf Cortlandt.  The Village of Croton-on-Hudson  thus gradually became Van Cortlandt Manor.  By the 19th century farming, shipping and brick manufacturing became the predominant industries.  Construction of the railroads, dams and aqueduct played a role in shaping Croton-on-Hudson's importance in the region.
     Croton Point Park overlooking the Hudson is a 500 acre recreational facility that offers everything from camping and swimming to battlefields and jogging trails.  The Croton Sailing School offers lessons, rentals and captained charters during the spring, summer and fall.  Van Cortlandt Manor brings the 18th century to life with guides dressed in period attire.  They give cooking demonstrations and tours of  the numerous restored buildings.
     The area is served by the Hendrick-Hudson or Croton Harmon School Districts.  The
latter has been honored for its educational intiatives and two schools have been designated as national "Schools of Excellence."  There is an after school enrichment program and a day care (Childrenspace) program for elementary students.  In addition to the core curriculum, computers, art and music compliment the instruction.  Special education, a gifted student program, and BOCES vocational education are also available.
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