Events

@ Staatsburgh State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Mansion tours are available Thursday-Sunday, from 11:00am -4:00pm.

Enjoy guided stroll across the historic grounds of the Gilded Age estate of Ruth and Ogden Mills, uncovering hidden landscape secrets along the way. The location of fabulous weekend parties for the most elite society of the Gilded Age, Staatsburgh presented a picture of perfect beauty and luxury while deliberately using landscape elements to hide the technology and labor that made the estate run. Using historic photos of the grounds, this 1-hour tour will show what visitors would have seen 100+ years ago, but also reveal what was hidden from them. "What You See & What You Don't See" will be about one mile of mostly level terrain, with some uphill walking. This tour will be canceled in the event of heavy rain or excessive heat. Please wear comfortable shoes, a hat for sun, and bring water.

@ Albany County Historical Association-Ten Broeck Mansion

Detailed Times/Hours: Thursdays 10 am - 2 pm Fridays 10 am - 2 pm Saturdays 1 pm - 4 pm Tours available on the hour.

Step into history at one of the Upper Hudson Valley's finest historic house museums and gardens. Feature exhibit for 2026: "Road to Revolution: Leadership in 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 Abolitionist Rosanna Vosburgh.

@ Glenclyffe Trailhead Parking Lot,

General Benedict Arnold is infamous for his thwarted plan to surrender American-controlled West Point to the British during the Revolutionary War. Join the Putnam History Museum for a history hike of Arnold’s escape path through present day Garrison, NY. Along the way we’ll discuss why the General was driven to betray the Revolution and how prominent local loyalist Beverley Robinson aided Arnold’s mission. We will be joined by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County and they will explore some of the ways that the natural environment plays a part in the history of the area. This history hike includes scenic views of the Hudson River and West Point and will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. The trail is one mile in length but includes uneven rocky terrain and several steep hills. Appropriate footwear and active/outdoor attire strongly suggested.

@ Walkway Over the Hudson- West

On Friday, September 25 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Ulster Welcome Center in Highland, join New York State Parks Educator Mike Littier as he helps everyone discover fun facts about owls and the role that they play in our ecosystem. Kids will then dissect real owl pellets to gain a better insight into the world of these amazing nocturnal creatures. All Walkway Connections events are free to attend and appropriate for all ages. Walkway Connections is supported in part by the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and The M&T Charitable Foundation.

@ Historic Huguenot Street

Detailed Times/Hours: We are now operating five days a week on a Wednesday through Sunday schedule, through the end of October. The DuBois Fort Visitor Center and Gift Shop will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm, with a half hour break from 1:15 pm to 1:45 pm to allow for a staff lunch break. Regularly Scheduled Tour times are: Wednesday through Friday: 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 2:30 pm and; Saturday and Sunday: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12 pm, 2:30 pm, and 3:00 pm. Tours and Visitor Center hours will return to weekends only in November.

Enjoy a revolutionary evening amongst the graves this autumn with Historic Huguenot Street. Join us for a Revolutionary War-themed guided tour of our historic "Old Huguenot Burying Ground" on Friday evenings in September. Visiting various gravestones associated with soldiers, a suspected Loyalist, and witnesses to history, "Or Give Me Death" will explore the diverse stories of the revolution through the final resting places of its participants. Drawing from archival records, staff will share stories from colonial funeral practices to local raids, while showcasing to guests the evolution of gravestones in New York and what they can tell us about the traditions of the European settlers along Huguenot Street. Appropriate for all ages.

@ Walkway Over the Hudson

Experience Walkway Over the Hudson like never before at Walkway at Night, when the sun sets and the Hudson Valley begins to glow. From 212 feet above the river, take in breathtaking views as the moon rises overhead and the lights of Poughkeepsie and Highland shimmer in the distance. There’s truly nothing like a twilight stroll across the World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge. Weather permitting, our friends from the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association will join us on the bridge with telescopes, offering a closer look at the night sky and the celestial wonders above. Walkway members attend free. Non-members may purchase tickets for $5 in advance or at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. Pre-registration is encouraged to shorten your wait at the gate. Friends of the Walkway is a nonprofit partner of New York State Parks. All proceeds and additional donations from Walkway At Night directly support our mission to connect communities and enhance the Walkway experience for all through engaging programs, special events, and ongoing improvements. Reserve your ticket for entry at walkway.org/walkwayatnight. Walkway members have been emailed a special discount code to use upon registration providing one complimentary admission to Individual members, and up to four complimentary admissions for Household members. To become a Walkway member and receive your discount code, visit join.walkway.org. All proceeds and additional donations support the Friends of the Walkway and our mission to host community events like Walkway at Night, add amenities to the park, undertake capital construction projects, support the volunteer Ambassadors, and much more. We can’t wait to see you on the Walkway!

@ Ossining, NY

Detailed Times/Hours: Open Saturdays, May-December, 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.

@ Westchester Wilderness Walk/ Zofnass Family Preserve

Detailed Times/Hours: The event will take place from 10am-1pm

Take a walk back in time with Westchester Land Trust’s resident geologist and Program Manager, Kim Fendrich, as we explore the Hudson Valley’s rich and complex geologic history. The cliffs, rolling hills, and rivers that we call home were sculpted by a billion years’ worth of landscape evolution, evidenced in rock formations at Westchester Wilderness Walk/Zofnass Family Preserve. It’s a great tale of transformation: land battered in tectonic plate collisions, submerged under the sea, later buried under a sheet of ice 2,000 feet thick. This three-hour hike will be around three miles round trip with plenty of stops for discussion and observation. Leashed dogs are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please bring a water bottle and wear sun protection, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. Pants tucked into your socks are recommended to avoid exposure to ticks and poison ivy. We won't be stopping for lunch, but you may wish to bring a light snack.

@ Knickerbocker Mansion

Detailed Times/Hours: Knickerbocker Harvest Festival Saturday September 26 Sunday September 27 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Hike is about 4 miles, some highway, hay fields and woods to see a historical site along the Hoosic river. Same route out and back. Few short stops for historical and agriculture talk.

@ Rockwood Hall, Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Detailed Times/Hours: 10:00am - 12:00pm.

Join our Historian, David Teich, on an adventure into the past as we explore the remains of Rockwood Hall and its rich history through stories of the land and the people who called it home. Former estate of William Rockefeller, this site boasts scenic views overlooking the Hudson, lush forests, and remnants of 19th century luxuries. The Rockwood Hall parking lot is on Kendal Way at the west end of route 117, just after the intersection of Phelps and Regeneron. If the lot is full, you may park in the Phelps garage (free). Gather at the kiosk at the top of the hill.

@ St Margaret's Episcopal Church

Follow Staatsburgh staff outside the estate walls for a free guided walking tour of the hamlet of Staatsburg. The tour will visit several historic locations - including, long forgotten factories, bustling downtown hotels, and medieval memorials - focusing on Staatsburg's storied history and its close connection to the Staatsburgh estate. This 90-minute tour through the center of Staatsburg will begin at St. Margaret's Church and follow a circuit for about a mile. Parking is available at St. Margaret's Church and the Staatsburg Library. The tour will be mostly level terrain, with some uphill walking.

@ State Line Lookout, Closter, NJ 07624

Join David A Steinberg, author of "Hiking the Road to Ruins" on an epic exploration of quality ruins and sights as we explore the Italian Garden and related features at the base of the Palisades cliffs. Along the way we will seek out an old estate with the still-extant swimming pool, the Women's Federation tower and maybe a secret bomb shelter dug into the old property, somewhere (we make no promises of success!). Sharp eyed hikers will recognize the ruins as the cover of his book. Signed copies will be available for sale.

@ Historic Huguenot Street

Detailed Times/Hours: We are now operating five days a week on a Wednesday through Sunday schedule, through the end of October. The DuBois Fort Visitor Center and Gift Shop will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm, with a half hour break from 1:15 pm to 1:45 pm to allow for a staff lunch break. Regularly Scheduled Tour times are: Wednesday through Friday: 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 2:30 pm and; Saturday and Sunday: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12 pm, 2:30 pm, and 3:00 pm. Tours and Visitor Center hours will return to weekends only in November.

People of all backgrounds in Ulster County—Europeans, Africans, and the indigenous Esopus—participated in the American Revolution as patriots and loyalists. Explore the historic Daniel Hasbrouck House, built in 1721, while learning how the war shaped Black patriots, Dutch loyalists, and other local revolutionaries. To personalize this 250-year-old story, visitors will be given 'profile cards' - booklets containing the name and information about a local person from that era: such as a free Black man, a Huguenot descendant, or a working-class woman. Guests will follow their individual's story, and others, through the historic Daniel Hasbrouck House, learning the varied motives for joining one side or another over the course of the war in the pursuit of their own happiness.

@ New Castle Historical Society

Detailed Times/Hours: New Castle Historical Society is open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 11am - 3pm

This September, take a stroll through history with the New Castle Historical Society's Greeley Farm Walking Tour. Much of the land that is now the center of Chappaqua sits on what was once Horace Greeley's 78-acre farm, where he and his family spent their summers from the 1850s to the 1870s. The tour starts on the front porch of the Greeley House, home of the New Castle Historical Society, and travels to ten stops to explore how they've changed from the mid-19th century to today. Along the way, discover the ecological features that drew the Greeleys to Northern Westchester, learn how the landscape impacted how they lived, and witness how their legacy shaped the community we see today. The Greeley House is a five-minute walk from the Chappaqua Train Station and just a short distance from the Saw Mill River Parkway. There is plenty of street parking nearby on King Street and Senter Street, as well as municipal lots off North and South Greeley Streets.

@ 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.

@ Fort Montgomery State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Site is opened Wednesday- Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday 1pm - 5pm.

During the 18th century 14 percent of all the world’s wrought iron was being produced in the American colonies. In this Hudson River Ramble event discover the rich history of ironworking and iron production in the Hudson Highlands. Learn how items like the chain that crossed the Hudson were created, see historic pieces/artifacts, and experience a live blacksmithing demonstration. All ages are welcome. FREE PROGRAM. Program will begin with a lecture/tour of some museum pieces and history of local Ironworking history, brief walk to a iron mine, and a 30 minute live blacksmith demonstration.

@ 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.

@ Tallman Mountain State Park

We will hike through the historical Tallman Mountain State Park and learn its interesting history as a former oil tank farm. Then it’s out the Piermont Pier to follow in the footsteps of the 40,000 US Troops per month who marched to the waiting ships to transport them to the Atlantic Theatre during WWII. Finally, we will learn of the historic transformation of Piermont, NY from a blue collar factory town to its present day status.

@ 5 Grand Street

Detailed Times/Hours: Self-guided tour starting at 12noon each day, going until 6pm each day. No rain date. Printed maps available at Newburgh Art Supply, 5 Grand Street, City of Newburgh, NY starting at 10am each day.

The 16th Annual Newburgh Open Studios tour offers a unique opportunity to see the work and meet many of the artists in the City of Newburgh's burgeoning arts community. The studios are located in some amazing historic buildings, most of which are rarely open to the public. This is a self-guided tour, much of it walkable from Newburgh Art Supply. This year's tour is dedicated to its late founder, Gerardo Castro. Maps will be available on both days starting at 10:00am at Newburgh Art Supply, 5 Grand Street.

@ https://hrnerr.org/visit/tivoli-bays/

This fascinating tidal marsh in Dutchess County offers spectacular plants, interesting wildlife, and scenic views of the Catskills. Witness its unique sights, sounds, and smells as you wander through one of the most amazing protected sites on the Hudson. Paddle on winding tidal channels with Reserve naturalists.

@ The Hudson River Maritime Museum

Come traverse the history of the Hudson with a guided tour at the Hudson River Maritime Museum. You'll learn about the indigenous peoples who called the river home for thousands of years, Henry Hudson, the canals that shaped the state, and the many craft that have sailed the river over the centuries, and much more.

@ Starts at the Reformed Church of Germantown

This hiking history tour will start in the heart of Germantown, following Main Street to Palatine Park where we will pick up the trail system leading to the 1767 Parsonage and the brand-new Theodore Robinson Community Forest. We will take a lunch break at the 1767 Parsonage. Total walking distance of 5 miles. Led by Town of Germantown Historian Tom Shannon.

@ Clover Brooke Farm

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.

@ St. Paul's Church National Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Our site is open that day for regular tours from 10 AM to 5 PM, and the feature talk about the Westchester campaign of '76 will be at 1 PM.

. “The Revolution Hung in the Balance? From Throg’s Neck to White Plains,” author and historian Stephen DeVillo explores the crucial series of Revolutionary War battles in Westchester County in October 1776.

@ Bad Seed Cider Taproom

Detailed Times/Hours: Gather with your queer family, friends and pets for the 14th Annual Out on the Farm celebration! Big Gay Hudson Valley is serving up an all-ages night of fun and community that celebrates the best of Fall in the Hudson Valley. • FOOD TRUCKS • COLD DRINKS • LIVE MUSIC • FAMILY ACTIVITIES • CABARET SHOW • ORCHARD DISCO • --> For full event details + to see pics from last year, visit biggayhudsonvalley.com/outonthefarm

Gather with your queer family, friends and pets for the 14th Annual Out on the Farm celebration! Big Gay Hudson Valley is serving up an all-ages night of fun and community that celebrates the best of Fall in the Hudson Valley. • FOOD TRUCKS • COLD DRINKS • LIVE MUSIC • FAMILY ACTIVITIES • CABARET SHOW • ORCHARD DISCO • --> For full event details + to see pics from last year, visit biggayhudsonvalley.com/outonthefarm

@ Sleepy Hollow Cemetery - South Gate

Learn why Washington Irving is called the "Original Knickerbocker" as we walk to the famous author's final resting place. Hear more about the talented Mr. Irving, his influence on popular culture today and reflect on why "The Legend" has never been out of print for more than 200 years! You'll also find out what the Receiving Vault used to receive, see the Revolutionary War monument, and admire this historic cemetery's lovely art and architecture along the way during a one-hour walking tour.

@ Kaal Rock Park, Poughkeepsie NY

Detailed Times/Hours: Free riverside sunset concerts in Kaal Rock Park on three Saturdays in September. September 12, 19 and 26, 4:00PM - 6:30 PM

Free riverside sunset concerts in Kaal Rock Park. Sept 12 - BaseCamp R&B and Motown favorites Sept 19 - Desmond Teague & Friends hot, fresh jazz. Sept 26 - NY State of Ska festival tour featuring four bands from NYC and upstate putting their fresh spins on ska/reggae/rocksteady and more. 1915 Wine Cellar and Hudson Valley Falafel will be on hand, along with Big Drip Italian Ice. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Follow Kaal Rock Park Concerts on Facebook and Instagram for event info and updates regarding weather. Presented with the support of The City of Poughkeepsie and Central Hudson.

@ Losee Park, Tarrytown, NY

Detailed Times/Hours: Registration opens at 7am, safety meeting at 7:30am, launch st 8am.

Grab your kayak to join us as we paddle 2.7 miles across the Hudson River at the fabled Tappan Zee, then back again. We'll launch from Tarrytown's Losee Park, and head for Nyack's Memorial Park beach, take a 20 minute snack break, then return. Experienced kayakers who own their own boat and have enough endurance to kayak 5 miles with an average speed of 2.5 knots may participate. We will ask kayakers to travel in a tight group. Accompanying safety boats will be provided by the Auxiliary Coast Guard. Free parking will be available for participants at Losee Park. Check in starting at 7:00am, safety meeting at 7:30am, launch at 8:00am.

@ Tawasentha Park

Join the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, the Town of Guilderland Conservation Advisory Council, and the Tree Preservation Committee for a guided hike through one of the Capital Region's most remarkable natural landscapes. This hike will explore the rich biodiversity of the Normans Kill, local conservation efforts, and more. Whether you're interested in nature, history, or conservation, this walk offers a unique opportunity to experience Tawasentha Park through the stories that have shaped it for centuries. We will meet at the small pavilion at the bottom of the hill. Once you drive into the Park, you'll pass the pool building and main parking lot, and start descending the hill while passing a larger pavilion. Find a parking spot, and you'll see the small pavilion on the left side. Look for signs.

@ Staatsburgh State Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Mansion Tours available Thursday-Sunday from 11:00am - 4:00pm

Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins within Mills-Norrie State Park might be? The beautiful parkland of Mills-Norrie State Park was once the setting of grand Hudson River-front estates. 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 This program is free. Reservations are required at Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.

@ Montgomery Place Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: Montgomery Place grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Explore the grounds of Montgomery Place, the National Historic Site developed in 1805 by Janet Livingston Montgomery to honor her late husband, General Richard Montgomery who was killed at the Battle of Quebec on December 31, 1776. The property, which is now part of the Bard College campus, encompasses 380 acres and includes such historic highlights as 18th century fruit orchards, a landscape influenced by A.J. Downing, buildings designed by A.J. Davis, as well as plantings and gardens designed and managed by ground breaking horticulturists Alexander Gilson and Violetta White Delafield. Our guided tour will take in majestic views of the Catskill Mountains and Hudson River as we walk along pathways lined with several “Witness Trees” documented to have been alive at least 250 years ago before the American Revolution. This is an easy walk over slightly sloping ground with even footing. Please wear comfortable shoes. Long sleeves tops and pants are encouraged.

@ 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, which is scheduled to have a soft opening in the fall of 2026. For more information about the project, please visit the website. Tours run at 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM & 4 PM. 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

@ Innisfree Garden

Acclaimed musicians, composers, and teachers Elizabeth Brown and Ralph Samuelson once again bring the evocative sounds of the Japanese bamboo flute, shakuhachi, to Innisfree with the Hudson Valley Shakuhachi Choir. This ensemble of players performs music that resonates beautifully across the garden in a program of traditional spiritual pieces, folk songs, and new works. Please bring a blanket or folding chair for this early evening event. This performance is part of Innisfree’s programming for Gardens for Peace, an annual nationwide initiative coordinated by the North American Japanese Garden Foundation in honor of the United Nations’ International Day of Peace.

@ Innisfree Garden

Acclaimed musicians, composers, and teachers Elizabeth Brown and Ralph Samuelson once again bring the evocative sounds of the Japanese bamboo flute, shakuhachi, to Innisfree with the Hudson Valley Shakuhachi Choir. This ensemble of players performs music that resonates beautifully across the garden in a program of traditional spiritual pieces, folk songs, and new works. Please bring a blanket or folding chair for this early evening event.

@ Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Detailed Times/Hours: 6:45pm - 8:45pm. Hike departs promptly at 6:45pm.

Experience the Preserve after dark! Join Shayla, Hailey, and Dave for a 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. We walk at a brisk pace and there will be hills; some hiking experience is recommended. Leashed dogs are welcome. Please bring water and wear comfortable closed-toed shoes. IMPORTANT: As most private transportation providers, such as Uber and Lyft, will not service the Preserve location in the evening hours, please secure your transportation arrangements accordingly. We leave promptly at scheduled times. This hike takes place after the park has closed; latecomers will not be able to join after the group has departed. In the event of inclement weather, the hike will be canceled; you will be notified at least 2 hours in advance.

@ Boscobel House and Gardens

Detailed Times/Hours: Boscobel is open Fridays-Mondays from 9am to 7pm. House tours are offered: Fridays and Mondays at 11am; 12pm; 1pm; 2pm Saturdays and Sundays at 11am; 12pm; 1pm; 2pm; 3pm; 4pm Admission is required to access the Boscobel campus.

Boscobel has reopened its doors after 17 months of emergency restoration, but our comeback story isn’t over yet. Our Insider Tours offer an in-depth exploration of the House, the remarkable objects within it, and a rare opportunity to experience the Historic House Museum mid-restoration, evolving as vital work continues over the coming years.

@ City Winery Hudson Valley 

City Winery Hudson Valley presents Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen on Monday, September 28th, at 7:00 PM! Celebrate the deep groove and living tradition of New Orleans music with Jon Cleary, a Grammy Award winner whose sound is as rich, raw, and joyful as the city that shaped him. Drawing from The Bywater Sessions, this performance channels the spirit of musicians playing live, together, in the room—funk-forward, soulful, and steeped in history. Cleary’s music blends piano-driven R&B with layered horns and rhythm, honoring tradition while letting it evolve in real time. Experience the sound of New Orleans brought to life at City Winery Hudson Valley in an intimate setting built for connection, groove, and musicianship. Seats are limited—secure yours while you can.

@ Discover Albany Visitors Center

Detailed Times/Hours: Visitor Center Hours: Monday 9 AM–2 PM Tuesday 9 AM–2 PM Wednesday 9 AM–2 PM Thursday 9 AM–2 PM Friday 9 AM–2 PM Saturday 10 AM–2 PM Sunday Closed

We’re celebrating America’s 250th with a Lego Challenge! All summer, community members have been creating their own Lego displays inspired by Albany County's unique Revolutionary history. Finalists will be displayed at Discovery Albany’s Visitors Center in September. Stop by and vote for your favorite!

@ 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 1 April through 29 November - 10AM to 4PM

@ Mount Gulian Historic Site

Detailed Times/Hours: The White Glove Tour, which includes a tour of the home, barn and garden, will highlight items from Mount Gulian's collections rarely on display and seldom seen by the pubic. Allow 1.5 hours.

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. Under museum staff supervision, visitors will be invited to put on white, cotton, curatorial gloves before handling artifacts and documents.

@ Cary East (Gifford House) parking area

Detailed Times/Hours: This interpretive walk is a one-time event. However, Cary trails are open to the public daily from sunrise to sunset (internal roadway gates open at 8:30 am) until October 31 for self-guided walks and hikes.

At 3pm on Wednesday, September 30, join Cary Institute forest ecologist Dr. Charles Canham for an interpretive 2-mile walk along the Wappinger Creek Trail. While exploring our forests, fields, and wetlands, Dr. Canham will discuss how land use has transformed Hudson Valley landscapes. Discover how current forest composition is a reflection of past farming practices, and how the future forest will be influenced by climate change, pests and pathogens, and air pollution. The walk will begin at the Cary East (Gifford House) parking area, located at 2917 Sharon Turnpike (Rt. 44) in Millbrook, N.Y. Wear hiking shoes and bring water; long pants are recommended. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hudson-river-valley-ramble-forest-ecology-walk-tickets-1993856274791?aff=ramble.