History

In honor of Presidents Day, here’s a bit of trivia about the U.S. presidents — from Washington to Clinton — who have lived in the Hudson Valley.

The discovery of fossil trees in Cairo, New York dates the forest to approximately 386 million years old.

This couple is bringing back the old Cold Spring house, known as The Cottage, to its former glory after decades of neglect.

Relive the tall tales and spine-tingling legends behind the Valley’s most chilling, thrilling locations along the Hudson River.

The haunting folktale by Washington Irving follows the twists and turns of Ichabod Crane's encounter with the Headless Horseman.

The man who gave the region its name took his last breaths along the Hudson River.

Where Did Poughkeepsie Get Its Name?

Exploring the titular origins of this popular Dutchess County town.

A new exhibit at the Culinary Institute of America shines the light on the ingredients and recipes that shaped food in New York State as we know it.

The traitor of the American Revolution attempted to betray American forces by placing West Point plans in the hands of the British.

Talk about girl power! Before creating their lasting legacies in the world, these extraordinary ladies got their start locally.

The beloved Adams Fairacre Farms, with locations in Kingston, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, and Wappinger, celebrates 100 years of family business.

We speak with Historic Huguenot Street on engaging with the town's past, present, and the role historic sites play in these debates.

From beer and buttermilk for breakfast to booze for all, life in the Empire State was always eventful during the colonial era.

Dating back to 1887, the Tower of Victory sits on the grounds of Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site.

Following a long history in the Hudson Valley, a historic Dutchess County property channels the power of water at Wappingers Falls Hydroelectric.

Livingston Manor's Zen Studies Society is planning several measures to save the significant property.

The new museum honors local history and the Hudson Valley's international roots.

A Warm Farewell to the Old Tappan Zee Bridge

The Hudson Valley waves goodbye to its longtime bridge span forever.

Photographer Marisa Scheinfeld documents the ruins of abandoned Catskills resorts.

Artists can submit designs for a silver ‘coin’ to commemorate Albany's Sgt. Henry Johnson.