Historic Sites
- Several sites in Wykagyl commemorate the life of Thomas Paine, American pamphleteer and Revolutionary War hero, including his home, his burial site, and a museum. Paine's home, the Thomas Paine Cottage, was built in 1793 after a fire destroyed the previous home. The cottage was moved to its current location, which is on land that was part of the 300-acre (1.2 km2) farm owned by Paine. The house, which is a National Historic Landmark, is currently operated as a museum. The Thomas Paine Memorial Building, which houses the library and museum collection of the Thomas Paine National Historical Association, was built in 1925.
- The Brewster Schoolhouse - one of the oldest structural relics in Westchester County, dates back to the 18th century, and is a mere 15 feet (4.6 m) by 20 feet (6.1 m) in dimensions.
- Norman Rockwell's studio - home and studio where the artist created much of his iconic Saturday Evening Post work
- St. John's Wilmot Church - a historic Episcopal parish located in the northern end of the City at the intersection of North Avenue and Wilmot Road, formerly referred to as "Cooper's Corner."
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