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Esopus Meadows Lighthouse | 845-331-1478 | |
History of the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse
The Esopus Meadows Lighthouse is located in Esopus, NY 12429 in Ulster County. The lighthouse, fondly nicknamed "The Maid of the Meadows", was completed in 1871. It replaced an earlier structure built in 1839 on land ceded to the United States Government from the state of New York. The lighthouse was needed on the Hudson River to warn mariners of the mud flats known as the Esopus Meadows located off the western shore of the river. website and more . . . |
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D&H Canal Historical Society & Museum | 845-687-9311 | |
The D&H (Delaware & Hudson) Canal Historical Society & Museum is located at Mohonk Road, High Falls NY 12440, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
Established in 1966, the mission of the D&H Canal Historical Society is to preserve, protect and perpetuate the unique history of the Delaware & Hudson Canal, particularly in Ulster County. As part of fulfilling its mission, the Society operates a museum and maintains the Five Locks Walk, a National Historic Landmark. website and more . . . |
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Walkway Over The Hudson State Historic Park - Ulster | 845-834-2867 | |
"On October 3, 2009 Governor David A. Paterson opened the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park as a legacy project of the Hudson Fulton Champlain Quadricentennial. The park provides access to the Hudson River's breathtaking landscape for pedestrians, hikers, joggers, bicyclists, and people with disabilities. The bridge deck stands 212 feet above the river's surface and is 6,678 feet (1.28 miles) long, making it the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world." website and more . . . |
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D & H Canal Heritage Corridor | ||
The D & H Canal Heritage Corridor, 35-miles in size, is located in central Ulster County. The route follows the Delaware & Hudson Canal, the New York, Ontario & Western Railroad trail, and the scenic Rondout Creek.
From D&H Canal Heritage Corridor Alliance: "Thirty-five miles of historic adventure, this route traces the Delaware & Hudson Canal, the New York Ontario & Western Railroad, and the scenic Rondout Creek. Spanning the width of a rural valley in central Ulster County, this trail provides access to many outstanding natural and historic resources. Experience the D&H Canal towpaths and locks, historic hamlets, monumental cement caves and kilns, the forested and pastoral route of the abandoned O&W Railroad, scenic woodlands and stream valleys, wetlands, and other natural resources along the way." website and more . . . | ||
Hoffman House "Stockade Historic District" | 845-338-2626 | |
The Hoffman House, registered on the National Landmark of Historic Places, is an excellent example of Early American Dutch rubble architecture, featuring wide planked random width board floors, a fire place in each of the main rooms and many small multi-level rooms. The house, a Dutch Colonial style stone house built about 1679, is now a restaurant and tavern, located in the Stockade Historic District at 94 North Front Street (Corner of Green Street), Kingston, NY 12401 in Ulster County.
"An excellent example of early American-Dutch rubble construction, the Hoffman House displays several of the "prototypical" characteristics of Dutch Colonial housing. website and more . . . | ||
Hudson River Maritime Museum | 845-338-0071 | |
The Hudson River Maritime Museum is located at 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston NY 12401 in Ulster County.
From Hudson River Maritime Museum: The museum, located on the historic Rondout waterfront, was established in 1980 to collect, preserve, research, exhibit and interpret a collection of historical artifacts related to the preservation of the maritime heritage of the Hudson River and its tributaries. This is the only museum in New York State exclusively dedicated to this mission. "The Hudson River Maritime Museum was founded in 1980 by steamboat and tugboat enthusiasts, as well as local citizens who wanted to preserve the shipping history of the Hudson River. Kingston’s role as the most important port between New York and Albany in the 19th century made it the logical place to establish a Hudson River maritime museum. Kingston/Rondout was the terminus of the Delaware & Hudson Canal which brought anthracite coal from eastern Pennsylvania from 1828 to 1898 to be transported on the Hudson River to New York City and other ports at a time when coal was the dominant fuel in use. Kingston was also an important stop for passenger steamboats bringing vacationers to the area, many of whom traveled on to the Catskills. In addition, Rondout Creek was the home of the Cornell Steamboat Company tugboat fleet, the dominant towing company on the Hudson from 1880 to the 1930s, a time when much freight was transported by boat. website and more . . . | ||
Rondout Lighthouse | 845-338-0071 | |
Rondout Creek is located at Kingston Point, Kingston, NY 12401 in Ulster County. The current Rondout Lighthouse is actually the third lighthouse built at the mouth of the Rondout Creek. The first Kingston Lighthouse was built in 1837. This wood structure became badly damaged by ice and weather and soon became unsafe for the keeper and her family. A second lighthouse of brick and stone was constructed in 1867 on the south side of the creek. This second light was abandoned in 1915 when the present dikes were constructed at the Creek's entrance. Demolished in 1954 when its roof collapsed, the second lighthouse's stone footings are still visible today. website and more . . . | ||
Senate House "State Historic Site" | 845-338-2786 | |
Senate House State Historic Site is located at 296 Fair Street, Kingston, NY 12401 in Ulster County in the Hudson River Valley. Amidst the turmoil of a British military invasion in the fall of 1777, the elected representatives of rebellious New Yorkers met in Kingston to form a new state government. While convened in Kingston in September and October, New York's first Senate met in the simple stone house of merchant Abraham Van Gaasbeek. website and more . . . |
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Prospect Hill Orchards "Pick-Your-Own" | 845-795-2383 | |
Prospect Hill Orchards, an IPM (low spray management program) U-Pick orchard, offering pick-your-own apples, berries and fruits, is located at 40 Clarke's Lane, Milton, NY 12547, Ulster County in the mid-Hudson Valley.
From Prospect Hill Orchard: "Prospect Hill Orchards has been in the Pick Your Own fruit business for over 20 years. A family owned and operated farm, we offer cherries, apricots, plums, peaches, nectarines, apples, pears and pumpkins in season. We are open for pick your own on weekends only. Hayrides are offered sometimes during cherry and peach season depending on the location of the fruit. During apple harvest, hayrides are always available." website and more . . . |
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Huguenot Street "National Historic Landmark" | 845 255-1660 | |
Historic Huguenot Street is located in New Paltz, New York in Ulster County. Set in the picturesque Hudson Valley, New Paltz is at the heart of a region rich in history, art and recreational activities. Whether you live in the area, are planning a day trip, or a vacation to New Paltz, Historic Huguenot Street is a place to experience a unique American story.
The Story of Huguenot Street Click to enlarge photo of Huguenot Village Library in New Paltz, Ulster County. photos, website and more . . . |
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Saugerties Lighthouse with Bed & Breakfast | 845-247-0656 | |
The Saugerties Lighthouse is located at 168 Lighthouse Drive, Saugerties, NY 12477. The Saugerties Lighthouse Conservancy was formed in 1985. The Coast Guard, the original owners of the lighthouse, relinquished jurisdiction, and the property reverted back to New York State. The Conservancy then bought the deteriorated remains of the lighthouse for one dollar. Efforts to stabilize the building began shortly thereafter while local architect Alex Wade completed plans for the reconstruction. A wooden barge was built to haul construction materials including tons of masonry materials. . . More than 10,000 new bricks were required to replace bricks that had crumbled. The entire masonry structure, including the massive stone base, has been reconstructed. website and more . . . |
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Greene County [1 listing over 1 location]
Orange County [15 listings over 9 locations]
Putnam County [2 listings over 2 locations]
Rensselaer County [2 listings over 2 locations]
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Directory list of Historic Sites for Kids in Ulster County, NY. |