Mount Kisco is a Short Commute to New York, But Why Leave?

11/22/2020 (Permalink)

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The Town of Mount Kisco Gets Its Name From a Brook and a Hill

Mount Kisco is not actually that old, having been incorporated as a town in 1978. However, historical information takes us back to 1850 when it was first founded. A local postmaster coined the name when a post office was first established in the area. The word Mount comes from a hill northwest of town, which is only 623 feet high. Kisco was derived from an Indian name, keiskammahoek, which means settlement near a brook or muddy place. The town emerged from portions of two other towns, Bedford and New Castle, each giving up some of their areas to allow Mount Kisco to become an officially recognized town on January 1st, 1978. There are clubs, organizations, parks, and the sanctuary's providing an enjoyable lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger cities such as New York.

Local Clubs and Organizations

There are numerous local clubs in the area contributing to vibrant city life.

• American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary, Moses Taylor Jr. Post 136Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) - Frank H. Fox Division 16
• Friends in Service Helping (FISH) of Mount Kisco
• Friends of the Mount Kisco Public Library
• The Italian American Club of Northern Westchester
• Knights of Columbus Mount Kisco Sisqua Council 1852
• Mount Kisco Chamber of Commerce
• Mount Kisco Arts Council
• Mount Kisco Historical Society
• Mount Kisco Lions Club
• Mount Kisco Parent Connection
• The Mount Kisco Rotary Club
• Northern Westchester Hospital Volunteers
• Free & Accepted Masons, Kisco Lodge 708

Interesting Things to Do In Mount Kisco

The town is close to New York City with all of the attractions of large metropolitan areas. However, there are many attractive things to experience in the village for residents and visitors. For example, there are over 40 restaurants in the town ranging from fast food establishments to fine dining and international cuisine. Also, there are three parks nearby - Leonard Park, Arthur W. Butler Memorial Sanctuary, and Westmoreland Sanctuary.

There are several spas for those who want a more relaxed environment – Epidavros Day Spa and the Rise Above Floatation Spa. The entire family can enjoy the pottery factory, while the kids might enjoy Rockin' Jump.

Arthur W. Butler Memorial Sanctuary

Consisting of rugged rock outcrops and boulder-strewn hills, the sanctuary is rich in flora and fauna, streams, and forests. Originally consisting of 225 acres, the land was donated by Mrs. Butler in 1954 to honor her husband. The sanctuary has grown in size with additional donations and purchases over the years. The fall presents a perfect opportunity to observe the mass migration of birds of prey. The refuge also provides interpretive materials to explain the migration and identification of the various species of birds and animals in the sanctuary.

Westmoreland Sanctuary

The sanctuary consists of 620 acres of wooded countryside. The sanctuary was established in 1957, and the centerpiece is a 200-year-old church serving as the nature center and museum. The church was rebuilt in 1973 and provides exhibits of the local flora and fauna and a window to observe birds and live animals. There are various walking and biking trails through the sanctuary to observe nature and enjoy the environment. Fishing, camping, and hunting are not allowed. Visitors are requested not to leave trash along the trails.

Leonard Park

Leonard Park consists of 116 acres, located on East Main St in Mount Kisco. The park offers a variety of recreational programs. These include basketball, baseball, camps, three swimming pools, and many activities for adults and kids year-round. Local residents enjoy picnics or hang out in the park during the summer and ice skating during the winter. There is also a toboggan hill behind the baseball fields.

Mount Kisco Municipal Complex Added to the National Register of Historic Places

The municipal complex includes the town and village halls built-in 1932 and the US Post office built-in 1936. Both buildings were designed and built in the colonial revival style and have served many purposes over the years. The buildings have been used as a police station and jail, a library, the post office, and more. The interior of the old post office includes murals showing the history of Mount Kisco.

Regional activities and Interesting Things to Do

The town of Mount Kisco was originally carved from the nearby regions of Bedford and New Castle. The town covers an area of 3.1 square miles. The three municipalities reside in Westchester County, share events, and are also close to New York City, with many people commuting to work every day.

Attractions in Westchester County include:

• Mianus River Gorge Preserve
• Bedford Playhouse
• Guard Hill Preserve
• Saint Matthews Episcopal Church
• Balloons Over Westchester
• Untermyer Gardens
• Lynhurst
• Kykuit
• The Westchester
• Marshlands Conservancy

A Fire Does Not Mean You Lose All of Your Personal Possessions

At SERVPRO, we recognize how stressed many homeowners are after a fire. The damage from the fire and the efforts of the fire department in quelling the fire may seem overwhelming at first. There is also the odor of smoke throughout the home and soot that may have been deposited. However, our training and experience have shown us that many family heirlooms can be saved, especially those items that are personal and trigger memories of better times.

Our first step is to assess the situation and arrange for the appropriate equipment and technical teams to begin work. We aim to clean and sanitize everything possible because we understand how important many items are to the homeowner. We document everything that must be removed and focus on protecting your home while it is being restored. For example:

•  Boarding up windows and adding tarps on roofs
•  Removal of water and fire retardant chemicals along with drying your home
• Soot is removed from all surfaces
• Restorable items are cleaned and sanitized
• Deodorization of your entire home

 Minor or major repairs are undertaken to restore your home, "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of Northern Westchester County provides fire damage restoration services to Mount Kisco residential and commercial business customers and the surrounding area. Call (914) 241-8100. We are available 24/7to help with all your fire damage restoration needs.