Westchester Film Industry Shines: Multiple Noms & Wins During Awards Season

In a testament to its growing prominence in the entertainment industry as a film destination, Westchester County was well-represented this awards season, with several shows garnering 56 Emmy Award nominations and nine wins. Additional acclaim was bestowed via the Golden Globes, the prestigious Critics Choice Association, and Screen Actors, Producers and Directors Guild awards. Get the scoop. Photo credit: David Russell/HBO.

A Tropical Getaway in Westchester? It's Possible at the C.V. Rich Mansion

The production team behind FX’s Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, found that with a particularly accommodating Westchester location, they could transport the viewer to Montego Bay without the cost of sending crews to the Caribbean. The C.V. Rich Mansion was transformed into a Jamaican vacation home, says Kristen Larkin, venue rental manager. Learn more about what this elegant location offers.

From Waterfront Luxury to Historic Charm, Rye Has a Location for Every Scene

Who can forget the iconic boardwalk scene in “Big” where Tom Hanks whispers a wish to a fortune-telling machine or Glenn Close’s hair-raising roller coaster ride in “Fatal Attraction”? Both scenes were filmed at Playland, just one of the many location gems found in the City of Rye in the NYC film zone. Find out why you should consider Rye for your next production. 

Not a FBI Raid: CBS Show Back in White Plains

Westchester is a popular location for episodic television, with many series returning here to film multiple episodes over multiple seasons. Check out this story in Lohud featuring the Emmy-nominated "FBI: Most Wanted"'s recent shoot in North White Plains. Photo credit: Mark Schafer/CBS

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Film Industry Event

Join us for an interactive session between film industry professionals and representatives from Westchester’s locations, destinations, and municipalities to discuss how to encourage and manage filming in Westchester. The event is free but registration is required.  


Tuesday, April 16, 4pm - 6pm

Hudson River Museum

511 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701


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