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Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial by touring The Armour-Stiner Octagon House – a home that epitomizes our nation’s unique spirit of independence!
Standard Tour Tickets
A ticket is required for each visitor
$ 34
An American Original
This year, The Armour-Stiner Octagon House in Irvington, New York will commemorate the 250th Anniversary of The United States with a special guided tour: The Octagon House: 1876 Centennial Tour
100 years before it became a wealthy New York City suburb, Westchester County was once a lawless “neutral ground” during the height of the American Revolution. In this one-hour guided tour, visitors will hear a brief history of the 18th Century Odell Farm where The Octagon House now stands.
As we enter The Octagon House, guests experience how New Yorkers of The Gilded Age once celebrated the Nation’s Centennial of 1876. On display throughout the house will be a delightful collection of antique Centennial souvenirs & ephemera. This was a time of great entrepreneurial innovation, design and manufacturing. The Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia was a magnificent display or wares by the finest manufacturers of the era.
Visitors will enjoy the ornate interior of The Octagon House, which is decorated with antique lighting, furniture, & objects – many of which appeared at the 1876 Centennial Exhibition.
Check-in details
We ask that you please arrive no more than 15 minutes before your tour time and depart within 15 minutes of the end of your tour. If possible, please carpool if coming as a group. This allows us to make sure all ticketed visitors have access to parking on the grounds.
Special requirements
Our tours are conducted by highly trained docents and include both the exterior and interior of the home.
Tickets are required for all guests, including those under the age of 18. This experience is best suited for ages 12 and up – babies and toddlers (although delightful) are not appropriate to bring along for the tour.
Restrictions
The tour is not recommended for individuals who will have difficulty walking up and down three flights of stairs or those who cannot stand for extended periods of time. Unfortunately, it is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility.
We have limited restroom facilities, so we recommend planning ahead and using the restroom before arriving at The Octagon House. Especially during busy times, our restroom may be unavailable prior to the start of your tour.
Please leave all large belongings at home or in a vehicle, including luggage, large bags, tripods, and other similar items.
Picnicking is not allowed on the grounds or the veranda, and food and drink are not allowed inside the house. Please make plans to enjoy your meal at another location, and leave these items in your vehicle while on the property.
Pets are also not allowed inside the house or on the grounds whatsoever.
Cancellations
All tickets are non refundable. Click “Change Booking” link at the top of the Confirmation Email to reschedule. All other requests for exchanges must be received by email info@armourstiner.com at least 48 hours prior to the ticketed tour time.
Photography
Non-flash photography is allowed inside the house, and we encourage sharing your tour experience on social media. Tag us in your posts! The Armour-Stiner Octagon House can be found on Facebook and Instagram.
Please refrain from using selfie sticks, tripods, or any other photography equipment while on the tour. For more information regarding photo shoots or commercial photography, please reach out to us at info@armourstiner.com before making a reservation.
Private Home
The Octagon House is a private home. For this reason, we do not allow access to the house or grounds without a ticketed reservation, including picnicking in the gardens or on the veranda. We appreciate your cooperation in respecting these boundaries.
While touring, please stay with your guide and refrain from touching walls, finishes, furniture & objects. Please help us continue to preserve this magnificent home and its furnishings well into the future!
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A discount is available for members of The National Trust for Historic Preservation. For more information, please email info@armourstiner.com before making reservations.