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Kingston Area History

Explore the Rich History of Kingston, NY and surrounding area

Kingston Happenings is proud to publish a collection of information about the history of the Kingston area. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive resource for residents, new and old, as well as visitors, who are interested in learning about the rich and diverse history of our community.

Our website includes a general outline of area history, a directory of museums and historical locations, and a listing of local history related events. We also feature articles of specific interest from local authors on an ongoing basis.

You can become a Kingston Area history buff by exploring all of these opportunities and going to our “Learn Our History” section  to learn all about our past by clicking here.     

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Upcoming History Events

Senate House State Historic Site

Senate House State Historic Site

Open April 17th – October 31st – Wednesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm, and Sunday 1pm – 5pm. Tours offered November 1st – Mid-April by [...]
Snyder Estate Hours

Snyder Estate Hours

Sat, Jul 27, 2024    
10:00 am-6:00 pm
The Snyder Estate is open from 10 am – 4 pm every day, for self guided tours, unless there’s an event or rented out. The [...]
The Matthewis Persen House Museum Hours

The Matthewis Persen House Museum Hours

Hours of Operation In 2024, the Persen House will be open on the following schedule: MAY 25 through SEPTEMBER 7 Thursdays & Fridays 9am-4:30pm and [...]
Hudson River Maritime Museum

Hudson River Maritime Museum

Located on the Rondout Creek, Kingston, NY. Thursday-Sunday, 11:00am-5:00pm

Latest Articles

Ulster County Handspinners Guild Visits the Matthewis Persen House

Ulster County Clerk Nina Postupack is pleased to welcome the Ulster County Handspinners Guild to the Matthewis Persen House on Saturday, August 20th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The house is located at 74 John Street in uptown Kingston, at the historic intersection of John and Crown Streets. Admission is free and all are welcome. This Saturday, […]

Historic Brickyard to Re-Open as Mega Tatoo Parlor

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British Firing Squad Aims at Boris Johnson

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Indigenous Peoples to be Paid Reparations by Dutch Descendents

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