Nyack

Nyack is a village in the town of Clarkstown, Rockland County, New York, United States. It lies on the west bank of the Hudson River, roughly 15 miles north of Manhattan, and is part of the New York metropolitan area. Nyack's downtown along Main Street features a mix of shops, restaurants, and historic architecture, and the village is a cultural hub with galleries, theaters, and festivals.

Historically, the area was inhabited by Native American peoples before European settlement in the 17th century. Nyack developed as a riverport and later as a residential suburb for New York City commuters. In the 19th and early 20th centuries it attracted artists and travelers, contributing to its reputation for arts and crafts. The birthplace of painter Edward Hopper, the Edward Hopper House, is preserved as a museum in Nyack.

Geographically, Nyack is in the western part of Rockland County, bordering South Nyack and Upper Nyack along the Hudson. Nyack Beach State Park and the surrounding Palisades offer waterfront and hillside recreation, with Hook Mountain nearby.

Education and institutions include Nyack College, a private Christian college, and Montefiore Nyack Hospital, which serves the regional population. The village also hosts the Nyack Library and Elmwood Playhouse, among other cultural venues.

Notable residents have included painter Edward Hopper; the village remains known for its historic downtown, riverfront views, and arts scene.