History is everywhere in the Hudson Valley and varied enough to keep every history lover interested and engaged. From Early American to architectural and from natural to military, history is alive and easy to connect with in the Hudson Valley.
I am merely a casual student of local history and lore who has found the spelling of Poughkeepsie enigma to be fun.
Discover the overseas roots of Hudson Valley place names, from European towns and estates to biblical connections, across all 10 counties.
Discover Jane Colden, the pioneering 18th-century Orange County woman generally recognized as America’s first female botanist.
The Battle of Bennington wasn't actually fought in Vermont. Discover how the 1777 Revolutionary War battle unfolded in Rensselaer County.
Historic Huguenot Street is a National Historic Landmark District that contains 49 properties detailing a unique American history.
The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is a four-building, living museum of antique aviation, air shows, and airplane rides.
The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse on the Hudson River between Athens and Hudson was built in 1874 to guide ships on the Hudson River.
Madam Brett was a notable figure in 18th-century Dutchess County, recognized as a successful businesswoman and influential figure.
The Holocaust Museum & Center for Tolerance and Education encourages critical thinking, moral awareness, and the bravery to take action.
The Charlton Street Gang was a group of pirates that raided the Hudson River, targeting river traffic and nearby farms.
Located in the Catskill Mountains, the Empire State Railway Museum brings the history of railroads, their people, and the towns to life.
The Irish American Heritage Museum is dedicated to documenting and presenting the history and heritage of the Irish experience in America.
The Senate House State Historic Site reflects Dutch life in the 18th century. It was the meeting place for the original NYS Senate.
The vintage Poughkeepsie tour is like uncovering a time machine that transports you back a hundred years to a time that will never be again.
The Museum of Firefighting is the nation’s foremost repository of firefighting history, offering sheer depth and authenticity.
Jack Legs Diamond was a gangster, mobster, prohibition-era bootlegger, and, for many, a real-life Hudson Valley celebrity.
You remember Henry Hudson, don't you? The guy who was looking for a northern passage to Asia but explored the Hudson River instead.
The Horton House in Middletown, dating back to 1906, has a fairy-tale ending, adding to the charm of this majestic Hudson Valley structure.
The USS SLATER is the last remaining World War II destroyer escort afloat and serves to highlight the contributions of destroyer escorts.
Located in a residential area of Poughkeepsie, New York, Maple Grove is part of a collection of farm estates which once lined South Road.
Tilly Foster Farm Museum is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the heritage of farming and rural life.
Clermont State Historic Site spans 500 acres along the Hudson River, encompassing the historic Livingston family estate in Germantown, NY.
Eleanor Roosevelt was one of the most influential and admired women in history, owing to her profound compassion and unshakable empathy.
The Hangar at 743 and Warbird Factory offer aviation enthusiasts an epic firsthand experience to learn and explore history.
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