Events

@ Little Stony Point, Hudson Highlands State Park, Cold Spring, river mile 55

At low tide, the warm inshore shallows at Little Stony Point Preserve will be teeming with young-of-year fishes of a dozen species, as well as blue crabs and other aquatic life. Come help us haul our nets to capture and discus the amazing stories the animals have to tell. Getting wet is half the fun!

@ The Rondout Creek Waterfront

Detailed Times/Hours: This event will happen every Saturday at 3:00 PM.

Join us for a 45 minute walking tour that will take you along the historic waterfront of the Rondout Creek and learn about the industrial history of the area.

@ Irvington, New York United States

Detailed Times/Hours: Open for guided tours Thursday - Monday Tours at 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm Advanced registration required

Join us for this special guided tour of the National Historic Landmark that has been called the Taj Mahal of the Hudson Valley. Discover the ways this one-of-a-kind 19th century octagonal residence represents the history, culture, and natural resources of the lower Hudson River Valley region. Your guide will lead you through through the gardens and into The Octagon House as you enjoy our locally-made Victorian greenhouse, learn how the house relates to Irvington history, view beautiful Hudson River School paintings, and so much more. It is not to be missed! We will also offer our Classic Tour, Preservation Tour, and Decorative Arts Tour throughout the month of September. For more information about these tours, please visit www.armourstiner.com/guided-tours/.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion

Join us for an exclusive tour series exploring the hidden architecture, little-known spaces, and overlooked artifacts in the historic Ten Broeck Mansion. This special tour "Cabinets, Cupboards & Curiosities" offers a unique glimpse into how historic houses were utilized, delving into the intricacies of storage practices, household management, and the reasons behind their preservation. Discover the often-overlooked areas and little-known architectural details of this renowned historic site and gain a deeper understanding of the lives of its past inhabitants and workers. This tour includes an exploration of the spaces used by servants and enslaved persons, highlighting diverse stories at the Ten Broeck Mansion.

@ Cool Whisper Farm

Detailed Times/Hours: The festival begins Thursday, 9/4 at 10am and goes through Sunday, 9/7. Upper camping access begins Wednesday, 9/3.

Oldtone Arts is a non-profit organization that hosts a 4 day roots music festival, the Oldtone Roots Music Festival, at Cool Whisper Farm in North Hillsdale, NY. There is onsite camping, a main stage, dance stage, workshops, and vendors.

@ The Hudson River Maritime Museum

Detailed Times/Hours: These tours will take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 1:00 PM.

Come join an expert docent on an hour long guided tour of the Hudson River Maritime Museum's informative exhibits.

@ Davis Park, West Shokan, NY

Detailed Times/Hours: 9AM-6PM

Come out to enjoy a free, fun filled day that is all about the Town of Olive! See our local vendors, taste some delicious food, and even see the famous frog jumping contest! There will also be a car show, bouncy houses, and live music. Fun for the entire family! Catskill Watershed Corporation will be there with watershed coloring/activity books and DIY watershed kits for kids to sit and paint and learn about how water (and pollution!) moves through the water system.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion (gardens)

Detailed Times/Hours: Jamming in Arbor Hill/Foods of North America will run from 10:30 am - 11:30 am

As the sweet Concord grapes ripen in our grape arbor, learn about jam and jelly making - get a taste of our famous Ten Broeck grape jelly! Make an up-cycled grape vine mosaic to take home.

@ Croton Yacht Club

Detailed Times/Hours: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM

The Croton Yacht Club is happy to announce its annual “Hudson River Day” celebration will be held on Saturday, September 6th, from 11 AM - 4 PM at the Croton Yacht Club located at 6 Elliott Way in Croton-on-Hudson. The mission of the event is to promote interest in the history and ecology of the river, to cultivate future local environmental leaders and to promote, enhance and protect river related recreational resources. There will be events and exhibits throughout the day targeting both children and adults, focusing on the history and ecology of the river. Events and exhibits will include: a seining exhibition where local marine life will be captured, displayed and later released; viewing tanks where local marine life can be identified and observed; hands-on exhibits for children such as toy sailboat making, fossil making; sail boat rides, and local artist displays and sales. Free sailboat rides, will be offered by Ferry Sloops aboard their 22’ sloop-rigged Catboat the “Whimbrel” on a first come first served basis. The sails will depart at 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM and 3PM. Guests can sign up at the Ferry Sloops table in the tent beginning at 10:00AM for any of the day's scheduled sail times. Limit of 4 passengers per sail. Passenger age requirement: must be at least 12 years old, under 18 years old must be accompanied by parent or adult guardian. There will also be a youth fishing clinic and contest sponsored by the Hudson River Fisherman’s Association and the Yacht Club. Volunteers will be present during the hours of 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM and provide the use of fishing equipment and bait, free of charge. Fishing rod and reel combinations will also be awarded as prizes. All youths wishing to fish at the Yacht Club must be accompanied by an adult. The Croton Yacht Club looks forward to coordinating this event because it provides the membership and local exhibitors the opportunity to share their river related knowledge and expertise with the community, especially the children. The organization realizes that only through this transfer of knowledge can it safeguard the future of this great resource, the Hudson River. Food and beverages will be available including the best fish chowder on the Hudson. Admission is free so please come and join us in a fun filled, educational and family focused event you will surely enjoy. Environmental organizations, local craft vendors and artists are welcome. For additional information please contact Dennis Kooney at dennis@kooney.net or call 914-271-6384.

@ Corner of Wall and Main Streets

Detailed Times/Hours: Tour offered first Saturday of each month May through October at 11 am departs from FHK Gallery, 63 Main Street, Kingston.

Following the street plan designed by Peter Stuyvesant in 1658, the tour walks the heart of the largest intact early Dutch settlement in New York State and the neighborhood where New York State was born in 1777. Walking tour highlights include viewing the many eighteenth century limestone houses still standing in the Stockade District, and visiting the site of the drafting of the New York State Constitution in 1777 and the gravesite of New York’s first elected governor, George Clinton, in the Old Dutch Church Burying Ground.

@ Clover Brooke Farm, Hyde Park, NY

Llamaste Yoga and Lavender Loofahs at the Farm Join us for a fun session of Outdoor Yoga, alongside Clover Brooke Farm's friendly Llamas and alpacas, with Yoga instructor Virginia Bocchicchio.Followed by a hands on class creating your own Lavender Loofah by Andrea Parent-Tibbetts. Clover Brooke Farm is located in Hyde Park, NY (not in Pawling NY). No worries if you're new to Yoga. We welcome you to experience a session that covers yoga essentials and is geared toward beginners, but all levels are welcome. Blended with this is a 'one of a kind' Lavender Experience, creating your very own loofah to enjoy at home. Virgina Bocchicchio has been practicing Yoga for 20 years and teaching since 2007 in The Hudson Valley and Brooklyn, NY. Her teachings develop balance and stability through energetic opposites, along with careful alignment principles, assist in developing strength, steadiness and ease in any yoga practice. Andrea Parent-Tibbetts is the owner of Clover Brooke Farm, known for their premier Llama/Alpaca Hikes and Small Animal Fiber Farming Experiences through Airbnb. She has been a Fiber Artist for over 20 years, raising fiber animals since 2010. She is often seen teaching classes on the farm (and within the Community) on Handcrafted Goat Milk Soap, Wet and Needle Felting, Hand Spinning and other aspects of Fiber Art.

@ Lyndhurst

Detailed Times/Hours: Open daily 9:30 - 5 pm

This two-hour, two-mile ramble offers a complete overview of Lyndhurst’s historic landscape. This 67-acre Lower Westchester site reflects 180 years of grand estate living on the Hudson River. Visitors will stroll past specimen trees, including the majestic lindens for which the property was named, then walk through the Lord & Burnham greenhouse frame, rose and fern gardens, and enter the ruined swimming pool building. Walk along restored pathways to historic rockeries with spectacular views of the Hudson River. The tour culminates inside the 1894 bowling pavilion with an exhibit dedicated to two women philanthropists.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion

Join us for a special focus tour exploring the important stories of the enslaved and servants who lived and worked at the 1798 Ten Broeck Mansion. This tour explores the lives of the people who made life at the Ten Broeck Mansion possible and considers their extended roles in the Albany region. Learn the stories of Susannah and her children, and of Rosanna Vosburgh, the African American abolitionist, philanthropist, and paid household manager at Ten Broeck Mansion. The tour includes a visit to the site of enslaved workers' working and living quarters on the grounds of the Ten Broeck Mansion and a discussion of historic equipment and spaces used by servants in the Mansion.

@ Brinton Brook Audubon Sanctuary

Explore the 156-acres of Brinton Brook Audubon Sanctuary overlooking the Hudson River in Croton-on- Hudson with Saw Mill River Audubon. Two-hour leisurely nature walk with optional 1.5 hour extension to the highest point in Croton on the Village’s Highland Trail. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Binoculars are helpful. Rain or shine. Please note: no restrooms on property.

@ Columbia County Fairgrounds

Detailed Times/Hours: Open Daily 10a-5p

Arts/ crafts booths for shopping, 26 wine, spirits, cider booths for tasting/sampling and shopping, food trucks, live music, magic show, craft demos, apple orchard, cider donuts.

@ Shaker Heritage Society

Detailed Times/Hours: Open from 10am - 4pm.

Join us at America's first Shaker Settlement for our annual Harvest Craft Fair! There will be over 75 artisans there! Also, we will have family activities, live music, craft demonstrations, specialty tours, delicious food, a petting farm, and sheep shearing! There is tons to do for the whole family. Parking is free and admission is donation based. Proceeds benefit the Shaker Heritage Society and our mission to revitalize this historic land.

@ The Hudson River Maritime Museum

The Hudson River Maritime Museum will lead a fascinating, 12 mile driving tour about the industrial histories of Kingston and the surrounding areas. Tour will include stops at Century House and D&H Canal Museums. A lunch break is included, so bring your own lunch!

@ Poughkeepsie, New York

Detailed Times/Hours: Saturday, September 13th- 10am-5pm Sunday, September 14th- 12pm-4pm

Poughkeepsie Open Studios is an annual free and self-guided event designed to celebrate local artists and arts in Poughkeepsie. Over one weekend, artist studios open their doors to the public and multiple art spaces host art shows and exhibitions. Expect to see: painting, photography, digital art, film, sculpture, printmaking, illustration, murals, public art, and more! Expect to meet: amazing local artists, creators, makers, curators, community members, and fellow art lovers! Participating artists/galleries can sell their artwork at no commission. We encourage attendees to buy local art and support local businesses. This event is free for all to attend.

@ USS Slater DE766

Detailed Times/Hours: USS SLATER is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM. We offer guided tours throughout the ship that are filled with stories about sailors aboard Destroyer Escorts.

Guided tours of the ship. 1 Hour in length. Open 2 April through 30 November - 10AM to 4PM

@ Westmoreland Sanctuary

Detailed Times/Hours: Westmoreland is open, staffed and free 7 days a week, 9-5. We are always happy to welcome visitors to the museum, grounds and hiking trails.

Visit Westmoreland Sanctuary for a 1-hour animal program followed by a 1-hour, 1-mile guided hike. Meet the Westmoreland animal ambassadors and learn about the different animal groups. Learn about and interact with insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. The more you learn about these animals, the more you learn about the natural world around us. The group will then take a short hike in the Sanctuary to learn about nature in the summer, forest and pond ecology, Westchester history, and native plants and animals. Other features at Westmoreland Sanctuary include a terrace garden with a small pond and children's playhouse, picnic area, live animals and exhibits within the museum and 8.5 miles of hiking trails. We hope to see you there!

@ Grafton Lakes State Park- Beach/Center Area

Detailed Times/Hours: The park is open daily from 8am to dusk. There is a $6 entrance fee at this time of the year on Saturdays and Sundays.

This annual event will show you how pet friendly NYS Parks can be for your furry friends, so bring them along! We will have a guided hike to kick off the event, an agility course, assorted animal care vendors, live music, raffle items, and several animal rescue organizations in attendance. A portion of proceeds from vendors as well as all raffle funds will be donated to regional rescue organizations. To boost the funds raised by the event, local crafted beers will be sold as well, so you can even enjoy “a pint for the pooches!” Please join us to show your support for Capitol Region pet pals in need. The event is free with a $6 park entrance fee. Food and beverages and a chance at raffle items are available for an additional charge. Stay tuned for a schedule of events! Sat., Sept 14th, 12-3pm.

@ Cohoes Visitor Center

Description: Cohoes began its rise to industrial prominence as a canal town. The Erie and Champlain Canals traversed Cohoes, and this network of waterways, along with abundant waterpower, made Cohoes a leader in the Industrial Revolution. This tour will feature canal towpaths where mules pulling barges once trod, limestone locks built by hand, and other historic canal features. On the tour, you will learn the history of this 19th century technological achievement, which celebrates its 200th anniversary this year, and find out the different routes the canal took through Cohoes over time. At stops along the canal route through Cohoes, you will hear stories of life in a lively canal town, learn about some of the people instrumental in developing and building the canal, and discover how transportation and power canals and the Cohoes Falls led to the growth of the Harmony Mills and other industries in Cohoes. The tour will begin at the Cohoes Visitor Center.

@ Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site is open Wednesdays through Sundays 10am-5pm. Tours happen on the hour, beginning at 11am, with the last tour beginning at 4pm. Focus tours are offered on Thursdays and Saturdays at 2pm. Space is limited, so reservations are recommended. Please call the museum at 518-434-0834 to make your reservation.

Hear Them Now: Stories of the Enslaved at Schuyler Mansion Over the course of their lifetimes, the Schuylers enslaved more than sixty people. On this tour, we’ll gain insight into the lives of some of the people once enslaved by the Schuylers, like Silva and her family, Harre, Prince, and Caty Betty. Join us to learn their personal stories during this interactive tour. This tour is available at 2PM on Thursdays and Saturdays in September, and is about one hour and fifteen minutes long. The tour is by reservation only. You can make a reservation by calling us at 518-434-0834. Please note: reservations can be made only within the current month.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion

Join us for an exclusive tour series exploring health and wellness at the Ten Broeck Mansion. This special tour "Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise" offers a look at some of the spaces and practices which played a critical role in everyday health in the 1700s and 1800s. Discover hidden drains and linen cupboards and other evidence informing us about changing attitudes towards health and wellness in Albany.

@ Grafton Lakes State Park

Detailed Times/Hours: This kayak program will be held on Wednesday, September 17th from 6pm-7pm.

All skill levels are welcome on a guided kayak tour of Long Pond! Paddle through nature and learn about local wildlife. Registration is required. Kayak, paddles, and safety equipment will be provided. For ages 14+, those under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Call 518-279-1155 to register.

@ Olana State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Landscape FREE and open to all Tuesday - Sunday 8:00am to sunset Tours: 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM Frederic Church Center: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM Olana Shop: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Enjoy a full day of free activities including guided landscape tours, historic house access, live music, performance art, and family-friendly fishing fun: Free Landscape Tours & House Access: 1:00–6:30 PM — First-come, first-served. Explore Olana’s historic grounds and house. Check in at the Frederic Church Center. Fall Fishing with the Sloop Club: 3:00–5:00 PM — Family drop-in program at the Farm Complex/Wagon House Education Center. Tunes with a View: Andes Manta: 5:00–6:15 PM — Live South American music and dance outside the historic house. Camphill Hudson Players Performance: 6:00–7:00 PM — Inclusive theater performance at the Frederic Church Center. No reservations required. More info: (518) 751-0344 | ✉️ tickets@olana.org | education@olana.org Visit olana.org/thirdthursdays for details.

@ Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower

Detailed Times/Hours: Join one of our Catskill Stewards for this 6 mile, out-and-back hike to the top of Balsam Lake Mountain. Don’t miss out on your chance to climb the fire tower and enjoy the views. This is a great way to work on completing the 2025 Catskill Fire Tower Challenge, which is organized by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. We’ll meet at the Dry Brook Ridge trailhead on Mill Brook Road in Arkville at 10 am. Please wear appropriate footwear and bring water. This event is FREE with a suggested donation of $10.00. Registration is required.

Join one of our Catskill Stewards for this 6 mile, out-and-back hike to the top of Balsam Lake Mountain. Don’t miss out on your chance to climb the fire tower and enjoy the views. This is a great way to work on completing the 2025 Catskill Fire Tower Challenge, which is organized by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. We’ll meet at the Dry Brook Ridge trailhead on Mill Brook Road in Arkville at 10 am. Please wear appropriate footwear and bring water.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion, Irish American Heritage Museum, and Underground Railroad Education Center

Detailed Times/Hours: Opportunity & Freedom Immersion Tour Schedule: 2 pm - 3 pm: Irish American Heritage Museum 3:30-4:30 pm: Tour the Ten Broeck Mansion and visit the 4 acres of grounds and gardens - you are welcome to arrive early - bring and enjoy a snack in our gardens before your tour (we practice leave no trace). Our gardens are open from 9:30 am to 4:30, April through October. 5 pm - 6 pm: Underground Railroad Education Center (Myers Residence) Please visit site websites for directions and parking information (printed directions will be provided upon request): Irish American Heritage Museum: www.irish-us.org Ten Broeck Mansion: www.tenbroeckmansion.org Underground Railroad Education Center (Myers Residence): www.undergroundrailroadhistory.org

Immerse yourself in history! Join these special sequential tours, allowing you to visit three of Albany's finest historic sites exploring freedom and opportunity from the 1700s-1800s. Learn about the lives of enslaved persons, and the accomplishments and contributions of free persons of color in Albany. Learn how Albany grew and transformed: the lives of Irish immigrants, reformers and abolitionists, and Albany's important role for freedom-seekers on the underground railroad. Start at 2 pm: Irish American Heritage Museum (until 3:00 pm) Middle: 3:30-4:30 pm Tour the Ten Broeck Mansion and visit the 4 acres of grounds and gardens - you are welcome to arrive early - bring and enjoy a snack in our gardens before your tour (we practice leave no trace). Our gardens are open from 9:30 am to 4:30, April through October. End at 5 pm: Underground Railroad Education Center (Myers Residence - concludes at 6 pm) Important tour information: All visitors will be expected to comply with site regulations and safety practices. please note: historic sites have uneven walkways and historic staircases: walking shoes recommended. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please ensure you leave enough time to travel between sites (about 2 minutes driving or 5-11 minutes walking). Tours start promptly and are held rain or shine. Parking: The Irish American Heritage Museum has paid parking. The Ten Broeck Mansion has ample free parking in an off-street lot, about a 11 minute walk from the Irish American Heritage Museum. The Myers Residence (last stop) is a 5 minute walk from the Ten Broeck Mansion, or limited on-street parking is available. You may park at the Ten Broeck Mansion and walk down to the Irish American Heritage Museum and back (moderate walking ability required - slight uphill walks), but we ask that all tour visitors exit the parking lot after their tour at Ten Broeck Mansion. Please contact Ten Broeck Mansion staff if you have questions: 518-436-9826.

@ The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center

Detailed Times/Hours: Weekend event starts Fri 9/19 3pm and ends Sun 9/21 11am

Join a spirited group of volunteers for a weekend of light trail maintenance, teamwork, and connection at the beautiful Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center. This hands-on event is a great way to contribute to the upkeep of Harriman State Park’s beloved trail system while enjoying a fun and rewarding weekend outdoors. Whether you're new to trail work or already handy with a rake and loppers, this weekend is open to all skill levels. We’ll provide guidance, tools, and good company. Plus, there will be plenty of time to unwind at the lake, swap stories around the fire, and enjoy delicious meals we’ll prepare together. Event Highlights Trail Work Session: Saturday Morning - 10:00 AM meet at the tool shed We’ll begin with a short training session on the basics of trail maintenance—no prior experience necessary! Then, we’ll divide into teams and head out to work on designated trail sections nearby. Projects include: clearing brush, cleaning water bars, reblazing, and removing small obstructions. We’ll wrap up by mid-afternoon and return to camp with plenty of time to swim, paddle, or just relax. No tools? No problem. We’ll provide gloves, eye protection, and tools. Just bring your sturdy boots, sun hat, insect repellent, water, snacks/lunch, and a sense of adventure. All participants must sign the NYNJTC online waiver in addition to Eventbrite registration Shared Meals at Camp: Cook and dine together for a real back-to-basics bonding experience. Free Time: After Saturday’s work, enjoy optional swimming, paddling, or lounging at Breakneck Pond. Campfire & Connection: Celebrate your efforts with a classic evening fire—bring your favorite snacks and beverages to share. This event is led by the chapter's Harriman Program Committee volunteer leaders. Paddling and yoga equipment is available at the camp free of charge and courtesy of the NY-North Jersey AMC chapter. The camp is accessible by public transportation.

@ Ossining, NY

Detailed Times/Hours: Open every Saturday from 8:30am-1pm in the parking lot near the corner of Spring and Main Streets

Local farms and food makers gather in the heart of Ossining Village on Saturdays from 8:30am to 1pm. Stop by for lunch or a snack while you browse the village, on your way to the Hudson River waterfront, or before you hit the Croton Aqueduct trail.

@ Mount Holly Preserve

Detailed Times/Hours: Event will be from 10am - 12pm.

Mt. Holly Preserve Hike with Optional Nature Meditation in Katonah. Discover this small gem of a preserve tucked away from it all in Northern Westchester. This 1 1/2 mile, moderate hike will be led by the preserve steward and Lewisboro Land Trust (LLT) board member, Paul Collura, who has made many improvements to the trails since the preserve was acquired by LLT from The Nature Conservancy in 2020. An optional guided nature meditation will take place at the end of the hike in a woodland clearing created by a local Eagle Scout.

@ Harts Brook Park and Preserve

Guided tour of the Hart's Brook Preserve's barn, greenhouse and master gardens. Learn the interesting history of the Hart's Brook Park and Preserve's property. Explore one of the wooded trails with a member of the Greenburgh Parks & Recreation park staff who will identify trees & wildlife in the area. Families welcome! Wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring a water bottle.

@ Crailo State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Event is from 11 AM to 4 PM

An old-fashioned agricultural festival, highlighting many aspects of the harvest season in the colonial era Hudson River Valley. Historical reenactors, 17th & 18th century music, vendors, Native American and colonial demonstrations will be available, along with animals, games and activities. The museum will be available for Open House (self-guided) tours. Food truck on site all day.

@ Clover Brooke Farm, Hyde Park NY

Detailed Times/Hours: Join us for a Farm Tour at Clover Brooke Farm @ 12pm, where you will learn about the farms- past-present-future history and meet many of the animals that call Clover Brooke Farm home. Pre- register at https://cloverbrookefarm.com/farmtour

Stop searching for "farm tours near me" or "farms near me to visit," and come on down to Clover Brooke Farm! We have dozens of animals eager to meet you and provide a farm tour through our pastures, fields, and bass stock pond. With plenty of unique species to learn and interact with, we can guarantee our farm tours will be one of a kind for you and your loved ones. Come and Enjoy a Farm Tour! Farm tours are exactly what they sound like - a tour of the farm! At Clover Brooke Farm, we take you around our pastures, introduce you to our animals, and let you interact with these fantastic creatures in a way that nowhere else can provide. What's So Great About a Farm Tour? Our farm tours focus on education, representation, and fun! We take time to teach people about the significance and history of our animals and how we can co-exist with them. Farm tours can help children and adults learn the importance of several farm animals and present them in a new, unique way. After all, how many kids can say they've seen an alpaca or llama? How about taking a walk with a donkey? Our farm tours are something special. The Animals On Our Farm Tours When you type "farm tours near me," most tours try to surprise you with ordinary, everyday domestic animals with which you've likely already had an interaction. At Clover Brooke Farm, we provide several unique and vibrant animals that love attention. We want to share with you the journey many of our animals have taken. Each furry (or fuzzy) companion no doubt has a tale to tell. Barn Cats Our barn cats , also known as the ‘meeters and greeters’ of the farm like to welcome our guests upon arrival. When they appear on our farm tours, we educate our guests to understand their purpose and how they benefit all animals on a farm by eliminating pests. Llamas Our llamas are famous, loving, and proud animals often confused for our alpacas! It makes our farm tours important, as they can help differentiate the llama and the alpaca for children and adults. You can even go on hikes with them! Alpacas Often confused for llamas, alpacas are one-of-a-kind, entirely loving, and gentle creatures. Their fur is exceptionally soft and used to make many different goods–something we talk about on tour and sell in our Farm Store. Goats Our pygora goats are fluffy and love the attention of our visitors, especially if you scratch just the right spot behind their ears.. Many people need help understanding goats and their behavior, which is why we want to help educate as many people as we can here at Clover Brooke Farm. We have a large herd of dairy and fiber goats eager to meet and socialize with new people. If you want to snag a space on our next farm tour, be sure schedule your appointment ahead of time! Stop searching for "farm tours near me" and come to the only farm tour that will educate, entertain, and excite! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us today!

@ Clover Brooke Farm, Hyde Park NY

Detailed Times/Hours: Once a year offering….9/20/2025 @ 2pm only. Register through https://cloverbrookefarm.com/farm-sampler-experience-clover-brooke-farm

Clover Brooke Farm, Hyde Park NY Join us for our 6th Annual Farm Sampler Experience Day This Farm Sampler Experience is a reflection of the many different programs we offer at the farm in a modified version. This is for participants ages 5 yrs old and up, 2 hours in length. Cost is $45 per person-only offered on- 9/20/2025 - Our Sampler Experience is a reflection of a series of Experiences we offer at the farm once a year, in a modified version. You will walk your own llama or alpaca, visit with some of our smaller animals (baby goats, sheep and young llamaa) and learn how to felt your own bar of hand crafted soap, made right on the farm. You will experience a ‘modified’ walking/ working Fiber Farm tour amongst our 45 bucolic pastured acres. Our hope is that this tour will allow you to reconnect with a quieter side of life, one that allows for relaxation, warm and welcoming animal encounters and a country stroll through our pastures allowing a reconnection to nature. We will be spending all our time outside (RAIN or SHINE) and encourage appropriate seasonal attire! For your safety, please wear closed toed shoes. Clover Brooke Farm, 175 Ruskey Lane Hyde Park, NY experience is for participants ages 5yrs and older. No dogs or pets allowed on the farm. Each participant MUST have a reservation for the Llama/Alpaca Farm Experience their is NO sharing or following during the hike, without being registered. All participants below the age of 16 yrs old, must be accompanied by an adult. This event ends promptly at 4pm.

@ Mount Gulian Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: The White Glove Tours will be given every Sunday in September at 12pm and 2pm.

Visitors will hear about Mount Gulian’s centuries-long history that shaped our nation, including its part in the Revolutionary War as Patriot General Von Steuben’s headquarters, and the history of generations of Verplanck family members who lived here. Our truly unique White Glove Tour allows visitors to hold and examine artifacts representing 300 years of history. Everyone will put on white, cotton, curatorial gloves before handling artifacts and documents relating to the Verplanck Family, the American Revolution, and much more.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion

Embark on a special tour as we delve into the rich history of the 1798 Ten Broeck Mansion and its grounds, uncovering its deep-rooted connections to Albany and the surrounding region. This tour explores the contributions of workers, including African American Master Gardeners (a historic term), and their pivotal roles in developing the Hudson Valley estates. Discover the diversity of plants imported from around the world while exploring the historic 1764 boundaries of the site, including visits to the former orchard and archaeological locations of key landscape features from the 18th and 19th centuries. Learn about Thomas Worth Olcott, a noted banker in Abraham Lincoln’s close circle, and his passion for horticulture, along with the lives of the gardeners who created the famed gardens at the Ten Broeck Mansion. Operated by the Albany County Historical Association as a community-centered museum and gardens, the Ten Broeck Mansion has welcomed the public for 77 years, showcasing the enduring relevance of this historic site to our community.

@ The Stephen & Betsy Corman AMC Harriman Outdoor Center

Detailed Times/Hours: Weekend starts Fri 9/26 at 3pm and ends Sun 9/28 at 11am

Celebrate the changing seasons and crisp mountain air with a weekend that blends outdoor fun, fall foliage, and Oktoberfest-inspired festivities. We’re bringing Bavarian charm to Harriman State Park—hikes, yoga, and campfire camaraderie. Whether you're looking for challenging trails or laid-back leisure, there's something here for everyone. Event Highlights: Morning Yoga Sessions: Start your day with invigorating yoga sessions led by a certified instructor. Salute the sun and warm up your muscles as you prepare for the day's adventures. Group Hikes: Enjoy the fiery foliage on scenic group hikes for all levels Lakeside Chill Time: Paddle, swim, or relax dockside with good company Oktoberfest Happy Hour: Bring your favorite beer or cider to enjoy with soft pretzels and light snacks Campfire : Wrap up each day with a relaxing campfire gathering. Expect warmth, stories, stargazing —bring your own beverage and snacks. Optional Games: and other low-key fun This event is led by the chapter's Harriman Program Committee volunteer leaders. Paddling and yoga equipment is available at the camp free of charge and courtesy of the NY-North Jersey AMC chapter. The camp is accessible by public transportation. Accommodation: Stone Lodge Cabin: Stay in a comfortable shared indoor lodging has 3 bedrooms, each with 4 bunks, a large center common room, full kitchen and ensuite bathrooms. Lakeside Beaver Brook Shelters: Stay in cozy shelters by the lake, each accommodating two two-person backpacking-style tents. Shelters will be shared, bring only 1 to 2 person tents. Modern Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of modern bathhouses with hot showers and flush toilets nearby. Shared picnic tables, bear boxes, and fire rings are available. Check-in: Friday at 3:00 PM (arrive by 6:00 PM if purchasing Friday dinner) Check-Out: Sunday at 11:00 AM (guests may stay and enjoy the camp until 3:00 PM)

@ Grafton Lakes State Park

Grafton Lakes State Park's fire tower has a long history and has had a huge impact on the community. Join a state park educator on a guided hike to the Dickinson Hill Fire Tower!

@ Water Street Market, New Paltz

Detailed Times/Hours: From 6-9 PM on every upcoming fourth Friday of each month

The Water Street Market will be having a popup food vendor, live music, beer/wine/spirit, and kids activities followed by a comedy show.

@ The Historic South End, The Pastures and Lincoln Park, Albany, NY

Join City Historian, Anthony Opalka, and a representative from the city's water department for an encore presentation of a walk/talk of Albany's Beaver Creek. While construction on Lincoln Park is underway and the original path of Beaver Creek has been daylighted to some extent, this is the perfect time to discuss the use of Beaver Creek in the 17th and 18th centuries and to discuss the evolution of the city and its effects on waterways. We will follow the original path of Beaver Creek and discuss how it has been redirected by humans over time. The talk begins at Schuyler Mansion, in the Visitors Center. Space is limited. Call the museum to register: 518-434-0834.

@ Ten Broeck Mansion

Help plant tulips at the Ten Broeck Mansion! Families are invited to join us to learn about the history of the Ten Broeck Mansion gardens. Did you know tulips have been planted in our gardens since the 1800s? And you have to plant them in the fall to have a beautiful display in the spring? We will learn about the origins of tulips, how they came to Europe and North America, and how tulips can be used to study our environment. Plus, free garden activity kits, art projects, and free take-home bulb planting kits. To make your visit enjoyable for all: 1) Please wear shoes/sneakers and clothes for planting (getting a little muddy). 2) For children ages 2 and up. An adult must be with each group of children during the program. 3) Please park in our parking lot (off Livingston Avenue) - GPS Directions 136 Livingston. 4) Event held rain or shine (we will have a tent over a garden area in case of rain). Program made possible with support from the New York State Council on the Arts.

@ Meet at The Gazebo, 73 West Strand, Lower Broadway at 11 am.

Detailed Times/Hours: Guided Walk Tour is offered on last Saturday of each month May through October. 11 am departs from Gazebo, 73 West Strand, Kingston New York. Admission Fees apply.

Hear how Kingston's historic waterfront district mushroomed from farmland into a prosperous maritime village and major Hudson River port during the heydays of the Delaware and Hudson Canal (1828-1898). View the legacy of residential, commercial and ecclesiastical architecture built by the "melting pot" of nationalities that emigrated to Rondout in the nineteenth century.

@ Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History

Detailed Times/Hours: Saturday tours from 12-1pm

Step back to 1959 and tour an immigrant Jewish bakery and retail shop that served rye, pumpernickel, challah, and its signature bread rolls to Kingston’s Rondout community for 80 years. Explore original bakery artifacts, hear stories of the Sunday morning rush, and discover how Frank Reher and his six children built a business that fostered community for generations. You’ll leave with a taste of local Kingston fresh-baked rolls–just as the Rehers would have wanted.

@ Olana State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Saturday, September 27, 1:00-5:00pm

Gardens, Galleries & Goldenrod: Botanical Drawing with Wendy Hollender Saturday, September 27, 1:00-5:00pm Explore Olana’s landscape in bloom and join famed botanical artist Wendy Hollender for an afternoon drawing workshop. Explore Frederic Church’s designed landscape at Olana State Historic Site and use pencil and watercolor pencils to create realistic drawings of the flora growing in late September. During the class, participants will learn more about botanical illustration, the art of depicting the form, color, and details of plant species, and draw inspiration from the botanical drawings of Church’s daughter Isabel “Downie” Church. $30/$15 members. Wendy Hollender is a botanical artist, illustrator, instructor, and author whose internationally-recognized career has spanned decades. She is a leading expert in using colored pencils and watercolor pencils to create detailed botanical drawings and paintings. This program is part of a day of joint programming between The Olana Partnership and the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in connection with EMILY COLE: Ceramics, Flora & Contemporary Responses on view at the Thomas Cole Site through November 2. Start your day exploring the exhibition and Emily Cole by purchasing tickets for a special exhibition tour at olana.org

@ Louis Engel Waterfront Park, 25 Westerly Road, Ossining, New York 10562; We will meet at the Louis Engel Waterfront Park in front of the Ossining Boat and Canoe Club (a short walk from the Ossining Metro North Train Station)

Detailed Times/Hours: This walking tour is a project of the Sing Sing Prison Museum slated to open in fall 2025. Visit the website for more information about the project. https://www.singsingprisonmuseum.org/calendar.html

Are you ready for an adventure that combines history, art, and the great outdoors? Join the Sing Sing Prison Museum (SSPM) staff for Sink or Sing: A Walking Tour about Crime, Punishment, Labor, and the Hudson River Region. This tour is designed to captivate and educate participants aged 12 and older, offering a unique blend of fun and learning in a stunningly beautiful location. Explore the fascinating history of the Hudson River region, from the renowned Hudson River School of Art to the bustling port community and the imposing walls of the Sing Sing Correctional Facility. Highlights of the tour include: • Discovering the construction of the original 1825 cell block • Learning about the quarrying of Sing Sing marble • Uncovering the origins of U.S. penal philosophy and design • Understanding the labor that built Sing Sing and the products developed within its walls • Examining innovative examples of reform and rehabilitation The tour concludes with a reflective art-making project, led by a previously incarcerated individual, connecting participants back to the Hudson River School and their personal experiences

@ D&H Canal Museum and Mid-Hudson Visitor Center

Detailed Times/Hours: The Museum is open 7 days 10am-5pm, Memorial Day to Labor Day; September to May open Fridays through Mondays, 10am-4pm.

Come to the D&H Canal Museum in High Falls and take a free guided tour of the national historic landmark Five Lock Walk. See five restored locks from the final 1850 enlargement of the D&H Canal, the first million dollar private enterprise in US history. The Canal ran for 108 miles from Honesdale PA to Rondout NY to bring coal from Carbondale PA to NYC, running from 1828 through 1898. The Canal fueled the industrial revolution in America and helped make NYC the world's largest city. It informed the 19C history of all the towns along its route. Approximately 1/2 mile.