Events
Please call the individual sites directly to inquire about the events listed below.
Events must be related to the themes of the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and be heritage, cultural, historical, and/or recreational/trail related.
Americans Who Tell the Truth and Portrait Pairings at Albany Institute
Feb 1, 2025 to Jul 20, 2025 Location: 125 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210 Join us for an opening reception and be among the first to view Albany Institute of History & Art's new exhibitions: Americans Who Tell the Truth and Portrait Pairings. More...
Ten Broeck Mansion Tours
Apr 24, 2025 to Oct 18, 2025 Location: 9 Ten Broeck Place Albany, NY 12210 Step into history at one of the Upper Hudson Valley's finest historic house museums and gardens. New feature exhibits for 2025: "Road to Revolution: Leadership 1776 and Beyond." Learn about the role the Revolution played in the lives of people at Ten Broeck Mansion and Albany County, and trace the changing leadership of the emerging United States from Revolutionary War General Abraham Ten Broeck to Abolitonist Rosanna Vosburgh. All children (to age 18) are FREE. We recommend at least one adult per child under 5. We suggest you take an additional 20-30 minutes to explore our extensive gardens on your own with self-guided tours and browse our museum shop. Tours available April 24 - October 18: Thursdays 10 - 2 Fridays 10 - 2 Saturdays 1-4 Sundays 1 - 4 (June - August only) See our website for more details and registration: www.tenbroeckmansion.org More...
Mount Gulian Historic Site 2025 Season
Apr 27, 2025 12:00 PM to Oct 26, 2025, 3:00 PM Location: 145 Sterling Street Mount Gulian Historic Site, Beacon, invites visitors to join us as we celebrate our 50th year as a historic site and museum. More...
Lupine Fest
May 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025 Location: 195 New Karner Road Albany, NY 12205 Discover the magic of Lupine Fest at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve this May! More...
Emily Cole: Ceramics, Flora, & Contemporary Responses at Thomas Cole NHS
May 3, 2025 to Nov 2, 2025 Location: 218 Spring Street, Catskill, NY 12414 Spanning painting, ceramics, sculpture, installation, and photography, this exhibition celebrates Emily Cole (1843–1913), as well as the enduring importance of the natural world, flora, ceramic arts, and women’s labor. More...
Exhibition Opening of “The American Revolution in the Hudson Highlands: Part One”
May 23, 2025 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Location: 63 Chestnut Street, Cold Spring, NY 10516 Gather at the Putnam History Museum to see the unveiling of the new exhibition: The American Revolution in the Hudson Highlands: Part One! More...
Living History: Free Family Art, Garden & History Programs at Ten Broeck
May 24, 2025 to Sep 6, 2025 Location: 9 Ten Broeck Place Albany, NY 12210 Join us for the Ten Broeck Mansion's free summer family programs. Enjoy our four acres of gardens and grounds with free hands-on activities, all supplies included. Programs held outdoors (under tent) rain or shine - please dress accordingly. Our programs have something for all ages to enjoy. All programs include hands-on art activity, history program, and themed tastings exploring foods from around the world. All are free and open to families. Programs held on select Saturdays starting May 24. See our website for full schedule and registration: www.tenbroeckmansion.org. More...
Pollinator Ecology on the Hudson
May 24, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY Join Cornell Master Beekeeper Chris Layman for an engaging talk on native bees, pollinators, and the plants that nourish them, with insights drawn from the Beatrix Farrand Garden and practical tips for creating pollinator-friendly gardens at home. More...
In The Garden Acoustic Concert: Kathryn Aldous
May 25, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Location: 4097 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538 Beatrix Farrand Garden, 4097 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, on FDR National Historic Site, will offer a free acoustic concert IN THE GARDEN on Sunday, May 25, 1:30-3 :00 Kathryn Aldous, Violinist from the Bard Orchestra More...
Honor our Nation's Fallen Soldiers at the New Windsor Cantonment
May 26, 2025 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Location: 374 Temple Hill Road, New Windsor, NY 12553 In honor of America's military and their families on Monday Memorial Day, at 2:00 PM, an 18th century funeral service, President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, one of the most poignant eulogies of the “honored dead”, followed by a military demonstration. Admission is free. More...
FASNY Museum of Firefighting
May 31, 2025 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: 117 Harry Howard Ave. Hudson, NY 12534 Join us to celebrate the Museum’s 100th birthday! More....png)
History Hike: Denny Mine
May 31, 2025 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: Dennytown Road, Cold Spring NY Explore the mining history of the Lower Hudson Valley on this guided hike! More...
Choosing the Right Native Plants
May 31, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY Join ecological landscape designer Ashley Gamell in the Wild Garden to discover standout, easy-care native plants for all garden conditions and learn how to plant confidently this spring for maximum beauty and ecological impact. More...
Community Hike at Black Creek Preserve | Caminata en Black Creek Preserve
May 31, 2025 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Location: Winding Brook Rd, Esopus, NY 12429 Enjoy a free, guided hike at Black Creek Preserve. Easy trail, great views, and time in nature—perfect for all ages. Disfruta de una caminata guiada y gratuita en Black Creek Preserve. Sendero fácil, lindas vistas y un buen momento al aire libre para todas las edades. More...