Events
Start planning your next trip to the Hudson River Valley around a Ramble event. There are over 150 events held every September, and we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Event hosts will be sharing details now through July. Check back regularly for new opportunities.
Springside Landscape Tour
Location
Springside: National Historic Landmark
185 Academy Street
Poughkeepsie, NY, NY 12601
County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
- September 4, 2026, 9:00AM (rain or shine)
- September 18, 2026, 9:00AM (rain or shine)
Details
Event Type Historic Site Tour/History Description Join Shannon Butler, Historian for the Poughkeepsie Public Library District, for a walking tour of Springside National Historic Landmark. Springside, laid out by prominent Hudson Valley landscape architect Andrew Jackson Downing, was designed to be a beautifully landscaped retreat for local brewer and philanthropist, Matthew Vassar. Today the site’s paths are still preserved to give us an idea of how Downing wanted people to use and enjoy the land. These outdoor tours require lots of walking so dress accordingly, with appropriate footwear. Organization Hosting the Event Springside Landscape Restoration Phone Number (646) 312-9767 Contact Email sgnojewski@gmail.comAdditional Information
Additional Equipment Required: No.Event Duration (hours): 1
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 5
Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No