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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

Boundless Creativity Gallery Hours

Boundless Creativity Gallery Hours

  Boundless Creativity returns in the Reher Center Gallery with its third round of immigrant artists living in the Hudson Valley. Boundless showcases stunning works [...]
Historic Reher Bakery Drop-In Hours

Historic Reher Bakery Drop-In Hours

For nearly a century, two generations of the Jewish immigrant Reher family ran a bakery from the storefront of 101 Broadway in Kingston, New York, [...]
Hudson River Maritime Museum Hours

Hudson River Maritime Museum Hours

Located along the waterfront in Kingston's historic Rondout Waterfront District, the Hudson Maritime Museum is dedicated to preserving the maritime history of the Hudson River, [...]
New York Fairies: A History of the Little People of the Empire State

New York Fairies: A History of the Little People of the Empire State

Thu, Nov 6, 2025    
6:30 pm
New York Fairies: A History of the Little People of the Empire State collects fairy folklore from throughout New York State, including the Hudson Valley. [...]

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