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Harrison, NY

Harrison is a town and village in Westchester County, New York, United States. It's a suburb of New York City, located 22 miles (35 km) northeast of Manhattan. The population was 28,218 at the 2020 census.

Harrison was established in 1696 by a patent granted by the British government to John Harrison and three others, who had a year earlier bargained with local Native Americans to purchase an area of land above Westchester Path (an old trail that led from Manhattan to Port Chester) and below Rye Lake. Local custom holds that Harrison was given 24 hours to ride his horse around the area he could claim, and the horse couldn't swim or didn't want to get its feet wet, but this is folklore. The land below Westchester Path and along Long Island Sound had already been purchased and partly developed by the settlers of Rye, New York.

The area that became Harrison had also been sold in 1661 or 1662, and again in 1666, to Peter Disbrow, John Budd, and other investors or early residents of Rye. Disbrow and Budd lost their paperwork and the land was ultimately granted to Harrison and his co-investors in 1696. So upset were the people of Rye that they seceded from the Colony of Connecticut until 1700 when the King of England ordered Rye to rejoin the Colony of New York.

The first permanent residents of Harrison's Purchase, as it was called, arrived in about 1725, and many early settlers were Quakers, who set up a Friend's Meeting House at a settlement located in the part of Harrison now called Purchase. Harrison's Purchase was administered jointly by the settlers of Rye until it was incorporated as a town on March 7, 1788, by an act of the New York State legislature.

Harrison is an affluent town and village in Westchester County, New York, approximately 22 miles (35 km) northeast of Manhattan, New York City. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town (and coterminous village) has a total area of 17.4 square miles (45 km²), of which 16.8 square miles (44 km²) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km²), or 3.22%, is water. The population was 27,472 at the 2010 census.

The distance from Harrison Station to Grand Central Terminal in Midtown Manhattan is about 27 miles (43 km).

Harrison is bordered by North Castle, White Plains, Rye Town, Rye City, Mamaroneck, and Scarsdale. The New England Thruway (I-95) runs through the town (without any interchanges), as well as the Cross Westchester Expressway and the Hutchinson River Parkway. I-684 passes through Harrison and ends at the Cross Westchester Expressway and the Hutchinson Parkway.

The town places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering a range of healthcare facilities and recreational opportunities. The renowned White Plains Hospital, located nearby, plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services, ensuring residents have access to quality medical care. The Ritz-Carlton Spa provides a luxurious escape with a range of treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Equinox Fitness Club offers state-of-the-art equipment, personal training, and a variety of fitness classes such as yoga, Pilates, and cycling. Yoga Haven focuses on mental and physical well-being through diverse yoga classes, including vinyasa, restorative, and prenatal yoga. Harrison Urgent Care and Wellness Center offers comprehensive healthcare services, including physical therapy, chiropractic care, and nutritional counseling. Pilates Glow provides reformer-based Pilates classes that enhance core strength, flexibility, and overall fitness. The Harrison Recreation Department offers numerous outdoor activities, including sports leagues, hiking trails, and community fitness programs. These diverse facilities and activities make Harrison a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top sites in Harrison, NY are Boundless Adventures, Neuberger Museum of Art, and Donald M Kendall Sculpture Gardens.

Population: 31,321 (2024). ZIP codes: 10528, 10604. Area code: 914. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Area: 17.44 sq mi (45.17 km²).

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What is Harrison, NY known for?

Treasured for its rolling hills, scenic roads, and impressive mix of stately homes and old estates. Harrison is also home to the county's only airfield, Westchester County Airport. Landmarks in Harrison that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places include the Hadden-Margolis House, Stony Hill Cemetery, and the United States Post Office. 

Is Harrison, NY wealthy?

Harrison is an affluent town and village in Westchester County, New York, approximately 22 miles (35 km) northeast of Manhattan, New York City. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town (and coterminous village) has a total area of 17.4 square miles (45 km²), of which 16.8 square miles (44 km²) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km²), or 3.22%, is water. The population was 27,472 at the 2010 census.

What is the crime rate in Harrison, NY?

Harrison has an overall crime rate of 9 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Harrison is 1 in 112. How does Harrison fare compared to other communities in New York of all population sizes? Harrison's crime rate is lower than approximately 44% of New York communities.

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Wikipedia

Town/Village of Harrison

White Plains Hospital

Healthgrades

Groupon

Town of Rye

Neighborhood Scout

Visit Westchester

Boundless Adventures

Neuberger Museum of Art

Donald M Kendall Sculpture Gardens

The Ritz-Carlton

Equinox

Yoga Haven

Healthgrades

Pilates Glow

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