MATTHEWIS PERSEN HOUSE MUSEUM

The Persen House, named after its longest resident Matthewis Persen (1739-1819) and owned by Ulster County since 1914, has undergone extensive restoration since emergency repairs in 1999 revealed its historical significance.  A Historic Structure Report discovered that it was built in five phases from 1661 to 1922.  The house has witnessed the entire history of […]

Old Dutch Church

OLD DUTCH CHURCH STATEMENT OF IDENTITY & MISSION We are a community of Christ in the heart of Kingston. We have received and believe the good news of God’s reconciling, welcoming, and transforming love in Jesus Christ. As a Reformed congregation, we strive to embrace all of God’s people regardless of age, race, color, history, […]

Old Dutch Church & Museum

The Old Dutch Church is considered the city’s oldest institution; the churches first congregation was organized in 1659. The edifice that is currently The Old Dutch Church and Museum was built in 1852 and is a Renaissance Revival style church, designed by Minard LaFever. The churchyard contains tombstones dating back to 1770, and the grave […]

Senate House State Historic Site

Senate House State Historic Site is a history museum and historic property operated by The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and the Palisades Interstate Parks Commission. It is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation the 18 th century home of Abraham Van Gaasbeek, which also served as the first meeting […]

Volunteer Firemen’s Hall & Museum

 Housed in the 1857 Wiltwyck Fire Station, it is a wonderful example of the evolution of a firehouse from the operation of horse-drawn equipment to the operation of late twentieth century fire equipment. The Kingston Fire Department can trace its origin back to 1754 when a fire engine was ordered from England. The hours of […]