Hudson Valley Historic Attractions
History Through the Eyes of Our AncestorsWhen Henry Hudson sailed the Half Moon up our river in 1609, he was the first in a long list of remarkable travelers to the Hudson Valley. Since then, the region has been home to presidents, actors, writers, and world leaders. From the commanding United States Military Academy at West Point to the fabulous Great Estates, visitors are amazed by the rich history and culture found in our famous historic attractions and museums. Search by Preference 
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Address: 4 Main StreetCity: Poughquag Region: Mid Hudson ValleyZip Code: 12570 Phone 1: (845)724-5300 Beekman historical information. |
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Address: Route 67City: Hoosick Region: Upper Hudson ValleyZip Code: 12090 Phone 1: 518-279-1155 |
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Bevier House Museum/Ulster County Historical Society Address: 2682 Rt. 209City: MarbletownRegion: Mid Hudson ValleyZip Code: 12484 Phone 1: 845-338-5614 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Web Address: Web Address Built in 1680's as a one-room Dutch dwelling, the building reflects the history of the Hudson Valley and its inhabitants, housing collections of 18th and 19th century furniture, decorative arts and tools. Open mid-May through October; Thurs.-Mon., 1 pm - 4 pm and by appointment. |
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Briarcliff Manor-Scarborough Historical Society Address: PO Box 11City: Briarcliff ManorRegion: Lower Hudson ValleyZip Code: 10510 Phone 1: (914)941-4393 |
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Address: 1 East Industrial ParkwayCity: Troy Region: Upper Hudson ValleyZip Code: 12180 Phone 1: 518-274-5267 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Web Address: Web Address |
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Address: 479 King StreetCity: Port Chester Region: Lower Hudson ValleyZip Code: 10573 Phone 1: (914)939-8918 |
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Address: 479 King StreetCity: Port Chester Region: Lower Hudson ValleyZip Code: 10573 Phone 1: (914)939-8918 "Farmhouse built in the 1740's and inhabited by several generations of the Bush family. Headquarters for General Israel Putnam during the American Revolutionary War" |
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Bush Memorial Center at Russell Sage College Address: Corner of Congress and First St.City: TroyRegion: Upper Hudson ValleyZip Code: 12180 |
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Byrdcliffe Arts and Crafts Colony Address: Upper Byrdcliffe RoadCity: WoodstockRegion: Mid Hudson ValleyZip Code: 12498 Phone 1: 845 679-2079 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Web Address: Web Address Tour this 300-acre arts colony founded in 1903. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, tours may be taken from sunrise to sunset. Guided tours are available from May through October on Second Saturdays, 1:00 to 4:00PM, and include White Pines, home of Byrdcliffe founder Ralph Radcliffe Whitehead. Parking is available opposite the Byrdcliffe Theater. |
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Camp Shanks World War II Museum Address: S. Greenbush Rd.City: OrangeburgZip Code: 10962Phone 1: 845-638-5419 Camp Shanks, NY was the largest US Army port of embarkation for the European Theatre of war from 1942 until the end of hostilities. A museum commemorating Camp Shanks was opened in June 1994. The Museum is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Visiting hours are from 12noon to 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Any group of 10 or more people, i.e., schools, scouts or other organizations wishing to visit the museum during the week should call 845/638-5244 to make arrangements. Admission is free. |
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