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Grateful Dead Tribute Music & Crafts Festival On the Great Lawn at Harmony Hall – Jacob Sloat House Sloatsburg, NY July 30th

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Sloatsburg, NY – Harmony Hall – Jacob Sloat House was added to the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places in 2006. Born in 1792, Jacob Sloat married Sarah Bigelow Hollenbeck in December 1826 and, together, they had nine children; five of whom died before the age of four. Jacob Sloat was only 23 years old when he built his first local mill in 1815-1816.

 Sloat had gained a reputation as an inventor, industrialist and entrepreneur, producing as much as 8,000 pounds per week of the cotton twine that dominated the New York market, supported a thriving village and made Jacob Sloat a wealthy man. He began construction of a magnificent new home in 1846 ~ an avant-guard Greek Revival gem that he may have designed himself with the help his friend Jasper Cropsey, who was both an accomplished artist and student of architecture.

In the summer of 1848, Jacob Sloat and his family moved into the newly-constructed Harmony Hall. When he died less than a decade later in 1857, the house passed into the hands of his wife Sarah and, in 1861, it was purchased from the widow by the couple’s 23-year-old son, Henry. 

Today, the magnificent home built in the heart of New York State’s historic Ramapo Pass is raising nearly the same level of excitement in the tiny village that it prompted more than 160 years ago when the Jacob Sloat family crossed the newly-painted threshold for the first time. 

This stately home once again welcomes visitors on a limited basis, offering a wide range of arts and educational programming. Harmony Hall is expected to serve as the cultural center of western Rockland County – welcoming visitors to a region renown for its natural beauty, magnificent parks and significant contribution to American history.

There are limited hourly tours of the Harmony Hall – Jacob Sloat House for a $5.00 donation, not included in your ticket price.

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Two Bald Eagles Spotted Soaring Over Rockland County, Captured in Stunning Photo

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — A powerful symbol of American wildlife was recently spotted soaring high above Rockland County, as two bald eagles were captured in flight in a striking local photograph.

The image, taken by Rockland County photographer Owey Cramsie Jr., shows the pair of bald eagles gliding through the sky — a sight that has become increasingly common in the Hudson Valley but remains awe-inspiring for residents and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Once endangered, bald eagles have made a remarkable comeback in New York State, particularly along the Hudson River corridor and surrounding waterways that provide ample food sources and nesting areas. Their presence in Rockland County is widely viewed as a sign of improving environmental conditions and successful conservation efforts.

Local sightings of bald eagles continue to draw attention from birdwatchers and photographers, especially during the winter months when the large raptors are more active and visible in the region.

Photo credit: Owey Cramsie Jr.

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Rockland Report Throwback: Remembering Mike Conklin’s Iconic Snow Sculptures in West Nyack

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WEST NYACK, NY — As winter weather brings back memories of snowy days past, residents are taking a nostalgic look back at the incredible snow sculptures created over the years by local artist Mike Conklin in West Nyack.

Following major snowstorms, Conklin transformed piles of snow along Green Road into detailed works of art that quickly became local attractions. Among the most memorable creations were a massive snow turtle and an intricately carved dragon, sculptures that stopped passing drivers and drew visitors from across the area.

The temporary artworks showcased both creativity and craftsmanship, turning ordinary winter snowfall into moments of community wonder and conversation. Photos of the sculptures circulated widely, with residents sharing admiration for the time and effort poured into each piece.

Though the sculptures were fleeting — eventually melting away with warmer temperatures — they left a lasting impression on the West Nyack community and remain a fond memory for many Rockland County residents.

Photo credit: Betty Basnight Crowley
Location: Green Road, West Nyack, New York

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