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(PHOTO: The Purdy Burying Ground. Antique memorials mark the passage of time in this pre-Revolutionary burial ground of one of Rye’s oldest families. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Purdy Burying Ground

Tucker Smith, Staff Writer - April 19, 2025

(PHOTO: Sundial in the Baronio Memorial Garden. Donated in 1976, the garden sits behind the Square House Museum. By Stacy Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Sundial in the Baronio Memorial Garden

(PHOTO: The World War I Monument in front of the Square House Museum. Dedicated in 1919 to the 331 residents of Rye who served, 9 of whom were killed. By Stacy Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: World War I Monument

(PHOTO: Whitby Castle Inspired by Whitby Abbey in England, it was originally built as a private residence and now serves as a venue for private events. By Stacy Massey, Author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Whitby Castle

(PHOTO: Reflection of the The Knapp House in the Garden Fountain Behind the house lies a historic kitchen and herb garden, showcasing authentic plantings by The Little Garden Club of Rye. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Reflection of the Knapp House

(PHOTO: The Knapp House. Built between 1667 and 1680, it's thought to be the oldest house in Westchester County. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: The Knapp House

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 15, 2025March 3, 2025

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(PHOTO: Rye Meeting House. Also known as Grace Chapel, this historic building was built in the 1830s as a one-room schoolhouse.)

Art of Rye: Rye Meeting House

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 8, 2025March 3, 2025

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(PHOTO: At the end of the boardwalk, where fisherfolk and kayakers are often found. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: At the End of the Boardwalk

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 1, 2025February 6, 2025

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(PHOTO: Sunrise at the Playland Pier. A 1939 postcard shows this jetty was originally part of a much larger pier with space for four large steamers. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Sunrise at the Playland Pier

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer February 22, 2025February 1, 2025

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(PHOTO: The Historic Art Deco Bathhouses The adjacent pool opened in 1929 with fresh water that was touted as “safe enough to drink!” By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: The Historic Art Deco Bathhouses

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer February 15, 2025February 1, 2025

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(PHOTO: Playland Lake. A conservation area set aside within Playland Park. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Playland Lake

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer February 8, 2025February 1, 2025

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(PHOTO: Playland Beach. As the sun worshippers depart, the beach transforms into a playground for dogs during the off-season. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Playland Beach

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer February 1, 2025January 31, 2025

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(PHOTO: Playland’s Boardwalk. Offering over 1.5 miles of public boardwalk, it was featured in the Tom Hanks movie “Big.” By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Playland Boardwalk

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer January 25, 2025January 25, 2025

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(PHOTO: Playland Amusement Park One of only a few Art Deco amusement parks and one of the last “government owned” parks. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Playland Amusement Park

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer January 18, 2025January 19, 2025

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(PHOTO: The Dragon Coaster contributes to Playland’s National Historic Landmark status In its 95th year, it is one of the oldest wooden roller coasters in the US and was featured in Fatal Attraction and Mariah Carey's "Fantasy." By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: The Dragon Coaster

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer January 11, 2025January 19, 2025

(PHOTO: The Dragon Coaster contributes to Playland’s National Historic Landmark status In its 95th year,…