Ossining, NY

About Ossining

• • Don DeLillo, acclaimed novelist, was born in Ossining in 1936.
• • Sing Sing Correctional Facility's innovative rehabilitation programs originated here.
• • The Hudson River Railroad's arrival in 1848 transformed Ossining into a commuter hub.
• • Ossining's Dale Cemetery features elaborate Victorian-era monuments and mausoleums.
• • A devastating fire in 1893 destroyed much of Ossining's downtown business district.
• • Named for the Wappinger chief 'Ossin Sing', it was incorporated as a village in 1813.
• • With 40,702 residents, it's smaller than nearby Peekskill but larger than Briarcliff Manor.
• • At 266 feet, the elevation provides stunning Hudson River views.
• • Many residents commute to jobs in New York City and surrounding areas.
• • Ossining feels like a charming blend of small-town tranquility and urban accessibility.
• • The New York Giants, a short drive away, won Super Bowl XLVI in thrilling fashion.
• • Ossining High School's basketball team has achieved multiple state championships.

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