History

Historic sites are a ubiquitous part of the Hudson River Valley. Step back in time to the pre-Revolutionary war era, the early Quaker days, the Gilded Age, or the 20th century and Roosevelt ear. Aprart fomr historical sites aplenty, a larger-than-life aircraft collection, an educational children's museum and other await you.

Did you know? New York States has harbored centuries of spooky events that can't be explained. Be sure to visit the Dutchess county sites on the Haunted History Trail. Learn the unique history of each fo our vibrant communities and historical jewels with the Dutchess County Passport.

Bannerman Castle

Discover the ruins of this Scottish-style castle on the Hudson River was built in the early 1900s by Frank Bannerman to store military surplus items. Take a magnificent boat ride from the Beacon dock ...

Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site

Tour the only National Historic Site dedicated to a first lady of the United States, "Val-Kill" was the home of Eleanor Roosevelt from 1945-1962. Here, Franklin and Eleanor entertained friends, state...

Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum

Experience the Roosevelt presidency, from the Great Depression through the New Deal years and World War II, emphasizing Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s relationship with the American people. Specia...

Locust Grove Estate

Historic country estate includes 40-room Italianate mansion featuring an outstanding original collection of furnishings and paintings, Carriage House with original carriages, 180 acres of historic gar...

Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum

The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum is an award-winning museum filled with exhibits and programs that focus on science, and local community. This museum is the ideal destination for families with childre...

Mount Gulian Historic Site

Reconstructed 18th century Dutch homestead on 44 acres with 1740's Dutch barn and restored garden. Revolutionary War Headquarters of General von Steuben, birthplace of the Society of the Cincinnati. ...

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum & Air Shows

Visit the earliest days of aviation at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum and Air Show featuring antique airplanes of WWI. If you are up for the adventure, you can book a biplane ride that offers spec...

Staatsburgh State Historic Site

Visit the gorgeous Gilded Age country home of Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills in the small hamlet of Staatsburg, where they enjoyed the "Downton Abbey" lifestyle in turn-of-the-century America. ...

Wilderstein Historic Site

Experience Hudson Valley Victoriana at its best at the home of Margaret (Daisy) Suckley, cousin and confidante of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Rhinecliff. Tour this Queen Ann-style mansion, ...