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Eastchester is a town in Westchester County, New York. According to the 2020 census, the population of Eastchester is 32,166. Eastchester is known for its historic sites, parks, schools and sense of community.

History of Eastchester

Eastchester has a long and storied history dating back to the 17th century. The land was originally home to the Wickquasgeck Indians before being purchased by Anne Hutchinson and her followers in 1642. They established the village of Hastings-on-Hudson. After Hutchinson was banished, the land was bought by Thomas Pell in 1654 as part of the historic Pelham Purchase. The town of Eastchester was officially incorporated in 1895 out of parts of the towns of Westchester and Mount Pleasant.

For more information on the history of Eastchester, visit the Eastchester Wikipedia page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Lake Isle Park

One of the most popular attractions in Eastchester is the Lake Isle Park. This picturesque park features a lake with fountains, walking trails, playgrounds, and historic buildings. Some key highlights include:

• The Lake Isle Restaurant - Offers fine dining with spectacular views of the lake.
• The Lake Isle Boathouse - Home to historic boats and kayak/paddleboat rentals during summer.
• Lake Isle Dog Park - A two acre enclosed area for dogs to play off-leash.

Lake Isle Park is located at 660 White Plains Rd, Eastchester, NY 10709. Here are the GPS coordinates for the park entrance.

Eastchester Village Historic District

This historic district contains over 100 acres and 200 buildings showcasing 18th and 19th century architecture. Some highlights include:

• The Vernon Hills Shopping Center - Built in 1935, this was one of America's first shopping centers.
• Immaculate Conception Church - A Catholic church built in 1909 featuring stained glass windows.
• Old Eastchester Town Hall - The original town hall for Eastchester built in 1908.

The Eastchester Village Historic District is centered around Main Street and White Plains Road. Here are the GPS coordinates for the center of the district.

Anne Hutchinson Schoolhouse

This is a replica of the home and school built by Anne Hutchinson when she first settled in Eastchester in 1642. It honors her contributions as a pioneer settler and champion of religious freedom. The schoolhouse is located at 49 Cedar Street, Eastchester NY 10709. Here are the GPS coordinates.

Transportation

Eastchester is served by the Bee-Line Bus System which provides public transportation throughout Westchester County. The main bus routes in Eastchester are Routes 16, 18, 40, 41, 42, 61 and 91. The Eastchester Bus Depot is located at 940 White Plains Road. Here are the GPS coordinates for the depot.

Eastchester is also easily accessible by car with the Hutchinson River Parkway (exits 18 and 19) and Merritt Parkway/Hutchison River Parkway connector (exit 28) running through the town.

The closest airport is Westchester County Airport located around 15 minutes away in White Plains.

Education

Eastchester is served by the Eastchester Union Free School District. The district operates four schools:

• Waverly Elementary School (Grades K-2)
• Anne Hutchinson Elementary School (Grades 3-5)
• Eastchester Middle School (Grades 6-8)
• Eastchester High School (Grades 9-12)

In addition, Eastchester is home to The Leffell School, a private non-denominational Jewish day school serving grades K-12. The Ursuline School, an independent private Catholic school for girls in grades 6-12 is also located in Eastchester.

Sports and Recreation

Eastchester offers many sports and recreation opportunities for residents of all ages:

• The Eastchester Basketball Association offers recreational and travel basketball leagues for youth.
• The town operates over 25 public parks with playgrounds, sports fields, walking trails and more.
• The Eastchester Pool Club features an Olympic sized swimming pool, diving tank and wading pool.
• Picturesque Lake Isle Country Club offers golf, dining, and event hosting.

The town also has active adult sports leagues for softball, volleyball and more.

Economy and Major Employers

Eastchester has a thriving local economy. Some of the major employers in town include:

• Con Edison - Electric utility company (500 White Plains Rd)
• Empire City Casino - Casino and racetrack (810 Yonkers Ave)
• Montefiore Nyack Hospital - Full service hospital (160 N Midland Ave)
• Lifetime Healthcare Companies - Private duty home care (445 Hamilton Ave #1)
• Touro College - Private university (230 Westchester Ave)

For more details on economic development in Eastchester visit the Eastchester Rising website.

Living in Eastchester

Eastchester offers small town charm right outside New York City. It provides a balanced lifestyle with vibrant neighborhoods, historic character, recreational amenities and excellent schools. The town has fostered a strong sense of community identity anchored by its civic organizations, community events and local pride.

Residents enthusiastically root for the Eastchester Eagles sports teams. The town comes alive in the summer with concerts at Lake Isle, sidewalk sales, and popular events like Eastchester Live at the Lake street fair.

Families are drawn to Eastchester for the highly-rated school district, parks, playgrounds and youth sports programs. The town is very family-friendly while also offering amenities for young professionals and older adults.

For more on life in Eastchester, check out the Town of Eastchester Facebook page and Eastchester Chamber of Commerce.