van cortlandt manor
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Same Old Same Old from year to year. A big money grab. Vast majority of pumpkins are fake. Not much fun when it is cold out. Least they could do is change up the displays and have gas heaters every 20 feet in the line. Go to the bathroom before you go, only restrooms are pitch dark porta-sans. Really!!, don't waste your time, be creative with carving your own pumpkin. At least you will have a choice of your own background music. Plan on going some place afterwards if you are hungry, not much offered in the way of food/drink.
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We went to the blaze tonight, it was well worth visiting once. Bravo to all the staff and volunteers that put all the hard work into this awesome event! We really enjoyed everything we saw. Parking for the event was well organized. Of course there are something's that are cons. The lines get clogged up at places, due to people trying to get the best photo they can of each scene. Which is expected, with all the sights and the amount of people. Overall definitely a sight to see if you are in the area. If you choose to come be sure to watch online when tickets are available for purchase, this event sells out very quickly.
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I just went to Lightscapes and found it to be absolutely amazing! It was well worth the trip. The things that they were able to do were just incredible! I took three teenagers who were all equally impressed .
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We've visited Sunnyside and Phillipsburg Manor, but had never been to Van Cortland Manor. The train ride from NYC is lovely, better to get an express, though, but even with all the local stops the ride is only about one hour. You should make on-line reservations for a tour, as they do fill up. It is possible to walk to the Manor from the train station, although you are walking on a highway (we did this on the way back, and it took about 10 minutes.) The taxi ride was fine, only $7 for two people. We took a picnic lunch and ate at the picnic tables by the water, which was great.The tour was terrific, about an hour long. The docent takes you through the Manor and to the Ferry house as well. Some areas could use just a touch more light, and be aware that you do go up and down some slightly steep steps. Overall, a great way to spend a Saturday!
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I think this historic site is open throughout the year, but I have only visited for the Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze in Autumn and the new for 2014 Lightscapes Springtime light display. Both are amazing and mostly worth the roughly $10 to $20 ticket price as well as the drive from NJ. I have gone more than once during a single season. Check their website for details (http://www.hudsonvalley.org/), but you will walk around a path to view beautifully designed lighted sculptures at night. Neither display is scary for children. If you stop to take pictures and admire the beauty it may take about an hour or so to get through. If you are using a simple point-and-shoot camera or phone, I recommend taking lots of photos with no flash (hold camera steady and increase contrast during editing to reduce any blur) and very slow moving video while you are there. Timed tickets should be purchased in advance as they and sell out relatively quickly for earlier time slots. Tickets can be purchased at the location when you visit, but your choice of times may be very limited. Parking is vast and free on an unpaved lot. Sections of the path can get backed-up and crowded. They open rain or shine with no refunds, but close with a refund under extreme weather conditions. You may face traffic upon arriving and need to wait in line as tickets are scanned, so it may be best to arrive at least fifteen minutes to a half hour before your ticket time. They seem not to let people in early, but will let you in when you arrive if you are late. Very friendly, polite, and helpful staff. Snacks are available but noting substantial to substitute for a meal if you didn’t have time to eat beforehand. Moderate to overpriced gift shop. Portable toilets but not inside the display that I know of, so use the bathroom before you enter or make a stop before you get there. You may face more traffic while leaving the parking lot when your visit is over.
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The Pumpkin Blaze was nice but a little overrated. We went on a weekday and had tickets for the first showing, so parking and crowds were not a problem. I feel the admission was too high for what they offered especially if you brought kids. But the displays were pretty and it was fun to walk through. I am glad I went but feel not need to go back
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I didn't know what to expect. I had in my mind that it would be similar to a Christmas display with wire lights, etc. I was SO wrong. Upon entering under this arching rainbow and seeing the beautiful multi-color field of tulips made out of recycled plastic bottles.. I was in awe. There was a giant turtle made out of a recycled jungle gym. As we walked through the paths we came up to themed areas - like the Fairy Garden, a lady bug garden and the giant Praying Mantis. The fact that it was recycled material and crafted artwork made it even more impressive.
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After driving almost an hour to Lightscapes, we left very disappointed. The biggest complaint we have is that the music/sound effects, had NOTHING whatsoever to do with what you were looking at. Creepy music, felt more like a bad acid trip than a springtime celebration. My daughter was scared by it, and so were some other kids near us. Why not have twinkly music? Happy music? Birds chirping? It was clear that many of the decorations were from the Halloween celebration, (a hall of mirrors? Really?) as was the fog machine and the creepy music. If I paid $5 to get in, I would shrug it off, but this is touted as some really big deal, and it just isn't. Not to mention, a peagravel path is the least stroller-friendly surface there is, and this is supposed to be a kids event. Wouldn't ever go back, wouldn't ever recommend it.
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They have great programs and are staffed with caring welcoming people. It is great to see the early history reflected in this wonderful museum.
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Still amazed! We will be back every year for sure! Words simply can't explain how jaw dropping the display is. We have never seen anything like it and the hundreds of pictures I took does it no justice!