Hudson Valley

The Hudson Valley Region is rich in history, magnificent Hudson River views cutting through the middle of the region and bordered by the scenic Catskill Mountains. Awesome bridges spanning 400 foot cliffs, hiking, biking, fishing and other outdoor activities throughout the year. Museums, art galleries, interesting antique shops, dining, old and new B&Bs and comfortable inns dot the region. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman still permeates the region, particularly in the fog/cloud-shrouded valleys and hollows. And not to forget West Point, home of the U.S. Military Academy, rich in history and glory since its beginnings to the present time. Visit this diverse region, especially in the fall for the brilliant foliage display. Bring your cameras. Things to See and Do Attractions Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville - America's oldest winery, operating since 1839. Tours and tastings, cafe, boutique shop and art gallery. Gillinder Glass Factory in Port Jervis - As one of the oldest glass companies in the U.S., Uses century-old techniques to make commercial and decorative glass. Watch the pouring, pressing and cooling process. Museum, factory store. Ichabod Crane School House in Kinderhook; a restored 1850 one room school house named after Washington Irving's fictional character. Combined with the Lukyas Van Alen House, a 1737 farmhouse with period furniture and 18th-century decorative art. Sunnyside, Washington Irving Home in Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow - The 19th-century home of the author. Ancient weather vanes, garden, river view, picnicking. Tarrytown Lighthouse built in 1883 - One of the few remaining lighthouses on the Hudson River. Decommissioned in 1965. Lighthouse history, tours. Historic Sites Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site in Hyde Park; Mrs. Roosevelt's weekend and holiday retreat during her husband's presidency and permanent residence after his death until her death. Gardens, woodland trails and a pond. Tours. Franklin D. Roosevelt Home National Historic Site in Hyde Park - A more than 200-acre site of the 1826 home and burial place of President and Mrs. Roosevelt. House remains basically as it was at the time of his death. Stables, ice houses, walking trails and tours. Locust Grove, The Samuel B. Morse Historic Site in Poughkeepsie - Home of the telegraph and Morse Code inventor. Period furniture, china, art, original telegraph equipment and other memorabilia. The 150-acre site includes 19th-century gardens, hiking trails, picnic grove, carriage and ice house. Martin Van Buren National Historic Site in Kinderhook - Estate of the 8th U.S. President. The 1797 mansion was remodeled. Tours United States Military Academy at West Point - Founded in 1802, National Historic Site. Visitor Center, museum displaying small and large weapons and history of West Point. Museums American Museum of Firefighting in Hudson - Founded in 1925, one of the oldest museums of this type in America. More than 73 firefighting machines dating back to 1725, fire related paintings and memorabilia. Bear Mountain Trailside Museum and Wildlife Center in Bear Mountain - 4 trailside museums and numerous trailside exhibits and a wildlife center. Drive to the summit of 1,305 foot Bear Mountain to view four states and the Hudson River Valley. Nature trails and picnicking. Franklin D. Roosevelt Museum & Library in Hyde Park - Next to the home of FDR National Historic Site, it is the first presidential library. Displays on the lives of the president and Mrs. Roosevelt, photographs, family possessions and letters. Hudson River Maritime Museum in Kingston - Features the maritime history of the Hudson River from New York City to Albany. Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum in Rhinebeck - Antique aircraft from 1908-1937 and automobile museum. Airshows, 15-minute barnstorming rides in a 1929 open cockpit plane available on some weekends before and after air show.

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