History
Relive the tall tales and spine-tingling legends behind the Valley’s most chilling, thrilling locations along the Hudson River.
Formerly Claverack Landing, Hudson was once a hub for the whaling industry — and it very nearly became New York's capital city.
Long before Henry Hudson "discovered" our region, the Mohican and Munsee Native American tribes were living a rich life in the territory we now call home.
The small Hudson Valley skirmish known as The Battle of Stony Point had big consequences during the War for Independence.
Hartwick emeritus professor Robert Titus paints the picture of Hudson River School artist Frederic Church's home throughout history.
Local documentary filmmaker teams up with Ulster County fly fishermen to tell the story of the Esopus Creek in Mountain River.
A walk in Central Park led Jonathan Lee to a bench, a discovery about the historical murder of Andrew Haswell Green, and the Hudson Valley.
A Sense of Time: The Historical Art of L.F. Tantillo takes visitors on a tour of New York State, painting a picture of our past.
These Hudson Valleyites helped save the world from fascism, challenged segregation, overcame the Great Depression, and survived the Holocaust.
A local photographer discovers the story of two Vietnam photographers after spotting a mysterious memorial in Katonah's Lasdon Park.
Take a look back to a time when the Hudson Valley and Catskills were training grounds for NYC’s professional sports teams.
Staatsburgh State Historic Site commemorates the sinking of the Titanic during a special series of April events.
Here's how the humble meal of hearty protein and vegetables became a “traditional” Irish dish and a part of St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
Menands' village historian dives headfirst into the past to discover the whereabouts of a sundial that once resided at the Hillside estate in Albany County.
Few remember that Sojourner Truth, the former slave turned abolitionist and women’s rights activist, started her journey in Ulster County.
Visit these historically significant attractions and museums, or utilize their online resources, during Black History Month in the Hudson Valley.
The Catskill Game Farm experiences a rebirth as The Old Game Farm, a mixed-use campground, resort, and upstate destination.
Since the days of Henry Hudson, the presence of African culture in upstate New York has had a significant and lasting impact on the region.
Journalist Francis Whiting Halsey writes about the valiant efforts of New York's early heroes and heroines along the frontier.
An 18th century stone building most recently occupied by the popular Depuy Canal House restaurant in High Falls will soon be the new home of the Delaware and Hudson Canal Museum.