Our region of the Hudson Valley is rich in history. From the early Dutch settlers to the American Revolution to the Gilded Age, The Hudson Valley has played an important role in the shaping of the United States.
Today, there are many historic assets in our area that are accessible to the public. These assets offer a unique opportunity to learn about the region’s past and to appreciate its cultural heritage.
Here are just a few of the many historic assets in Ulster County:
- Museums: Ulster County has a number of excellent museums that tell the story of the region’s history. Some of the most popular museums include the Senate House State Historic Site, the Friends of Historic Kingston Museum, the Hudson River Maritime Museum, and The New York Trolley Museum.
- Historic districts and sites: Kingston Stockade District, Hurley’s Historic District, Huguenot Street in New Paltz
- Historic buildings and sites: Old Dutch Church, Rondout Light House, Perrine’s Bridge, The Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History, Fred J. Johnston House Museum
We encourage you to explore the many historic assets in Ulster County. With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone to learn about the region’s rich past.
Museums and Other Historic Locations
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Tours of Historic Reher’s Bakery
Step back to 1959 and tour an immigrant Jewish bakery that served rye, pumpernickel, challah, and its signature bread rolls to Kingston’s Rondout community for [...]
April Mansion Tours
During April, Staatsburgh will be offering house tours Thursdays-Saturdays & select Sundays. Reservations are required and payment is at the door. Please visit www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS to find and [...]
Tales of the Titanic: Themed Mansion Tour
Mark the 113th anniversary of the sinking by touring the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. This 90-minute themed mansion tour, presented [...]
April Mansion Tours
During April, Staatsburgh will be offering house tours Thursdays-Saturdays & select Sundays. Reservations are required and payment is at the door. Please visit www.Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS to find and [...]
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“Songs of the Irish Brigade” at the Matthewis Persen House Museum
/in Articles, Featured, History, News /byVeterans in a New Field to Perform Civil War Songs at Matthewis Persen House The Ulster County Civil War Roundtable will present a concert by Veterans in a New Field on Saturday, June 10 at 2:00 PM at the Matthewis Persen House in Kingston. The event is free and open to the public. Veterans in […]