The October 1849 opening of the Hudson River Rail Road, extending along the eastern shore of the Hudson River from New York City to Albany, forever transformed the lower Hudson Valley. As part of these changes, Franklin Field purchased a 144-acre farm midway between Dobbs Ferry and Tarrytown and created a new Village – Dearman. Out of respect for its famous resident and author, Washington Irving, the Village of Dearman was renamed “Irvington” in 1854. For the past one hundred and seventy years, Irvington and its residents have lived a rich and evolving history, reflecting changes in land ownership, immigration, and suburban, country living. Irvington remains today a thriving, strong and vibrant community.
Scope of Collection
This project was a collaboration between the Irvington Historical Society and Irvington Public Library. These collections of original, historic maps tell the story of Irvington and reflect the change and evolution in the wider community.
The Irvington Historical Society and the Irvington Public Library thank Westchester County Legislator David Imamura for his support in preserving these Collections.
