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.
The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era at Staatsburgh
May 12, 2024 2:00 PM Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO’s The Gilded Age. More...Pride In The Sky on the Walkway
May 17, 2024 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Location: 87 Haviland Rd, Highland, NY 12528 The Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization, in partnership with Big Gay Hudson Valley, will host Pride In The Sky, the first-ever nighttime LGBTQ+ pride celebration on Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park More...
Plants and Insects: Meadow Management at Poets’ Walk Park
May 18, 2024 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Location: Poets' Walk Park, 776 River Road Red Hook, NY 12571 This two-hour hike at Poets’ Walk Park will explore the history of the preserve and its unique meadowlands which are a habitat for native bees, butterflies, and other insects. The program will feature the Director of Parks and Community Engagement at Scenic Hudson, Rita Shaheen, and Pia Ruisi-Besares, Director of Science, Climate and Stewardship also of Scenic Hudson who will share about park history, conservation practices, and ecological studies. Register to attend: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/836551777887 More...
History Hiike: Denny Mine
May 18, 2024 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: Intersection of Dennytown and Sunken Mine Roads, Fahnestock State Park, Cold Spring NY Fahnestock State Park is home to numerous abandoned iron mines. On this hike, explore the area surrounding the Denny Mine with the Putnam History Museum and learn about the engaging history of iron mining in Putnam County! More...Hoosick History & Heritage Fair
May 18, 2024 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Location: 80 Church St, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090 2nd annual Hoosick History Fair More...Guided Hike: History Hidden in the Woods at Staatsburgh
May 18, 2024 10:00 AM Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 This 90-minute guided hike will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic estates: from Staatsburgh’s founding as a gentleman’s farm in the 1700s to the development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. More...Tales of the Titanic at Staatsburgh
May 18, 2024 11:00 AM Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 Mark the 112th anniversary of the sinking by touring the home of Titanic ticket holders, Ogden and Ruth Mills. More...Create and Cook: Family Cooking & Art Workshop at Olana
May 18, 2024 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Explore your creativity in the kitchen and art studio during this program led by The Sylvia Center Chefs and The Olana Partnership educators! More...Artmaking in the Afternoon at Olana
May 18, 2024 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Location: 5720 Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534 Join The Olana Partnership educators for hands-on artmaking using professional materials and a series of prompts to get your creativity flowing. More...A Closer Look: A Curator-Guided Exploration of the Hidden & Hard-to-See at Staatsburgh
May 18, 2024 2:00 PM Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's curator, Maria Reynolds, will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour, or which tell a special story. More...Birding Walk at Staatsburgh
May 19, 2024 9:00 AM Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 Experienced birders will enjoy a walk through several interesting environments, inexperienced birders will find encouragement and a helping hand, and newbies will be able to discuss equipment, apps, and techniques. More...The REAL Gilded Age: America’s Elite in the Downton Abbey Era at Staatsburgh
May 19, 2024 2:00 PM Location: 75 Mills Mansion Dr, Staatsburg, NY 12580 This tour highlights the real-life characters and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO’s The Gilded Age. More...
Founder's Day "Growing Toward Liberty"
May 19, 2024 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Location: 21 Hathorn Road, Warwick NY 10990 Founder's Day "Growing Toward Liberty" More...