Ulster County Tourism
Catskill Mountain Area
Catskill Mountain Railroad
Route 28, Phoenicia, NY 12464 Map it. Phone: 845 688-7400 Website: http://www.catskillmtrailroad.com
Scenic rail rides along the Esopus Creek. Fall foliage schedules and special events. Weekends and holidays, end of May-October: 11:30, 1:30 and 3:30 departures from Mount Pleasant, NY.
Emerson Country Store
5340 Route 28, Mt Tremper, NY 12457 Map it. Phone: 845 688-5800 Website: http://www.emersonresort.com
Home of the World's Largest Kaleidoscope and gallery. Inspired gifts, kitchenware, home furnishings, gourmet foods, body products, quilts, candles, clothing and more! Open year round, 10am to 6pm. Handicapped accessible.
Empire State Railway Museum
Route 28, Phoenicia, NY 12464 Map it. Phone: 845 688-7501 Website: http://www.esrm.com
Exhibits of artifacts, archival photographs and films related to the history of railroading in the region. A 2-8-0 steam locomotive #23, built in 1910 by Alco, is being restored in Kingston. Weekends, Memorial Day-Columbus Day, 11:00AM-4:00PM.
Town of Shandaken Historical Museum
26 Academy Street, Pine Hill, NY 12465 Map it. Phone: 845 254-4460 Email: townmuseum@look.seek.net
Displays on early industry, tourism and businesses covering the 12 hamlets in the town of Shandaken. Research library, genealogy records and much more. Open year round, Thursday - Friday, 11:00AM-4:00PM, Saturday and Sunday 1:00PM-4:00PM.
Ellenville Area
Ellenville Public Library and Museum
40 Center Street, Ellenville, NY 12428 Map it. Phone: 845 647-5530 Email: epl@rcls.org
Terwilliger House Museum displays artifacts. Also an extensive research file, photographs and obituaries. Summer lecture series. Call for hours and brochure.
Greenfield Park Museum
Route 52 West, Greenfield Park , NY 12435 Map it. Phone: 845 647-6560
Across from the Greenfield Park School Museum is the old Quaker Meeting House. End June - Labor Day, Thursday-Friday, 12:00Noon-4:00PM and weekends, 11:00AM-4:00PM.
Kingston Area
A.J. Snyder Estate, The
668 Route 213, Rosendale, NY 12472 Map it. Phone: 845 658-9900 Email: mail@centuryhouse.org Website: http://www.centuryhouse.org
Rosendale Natural Cement Historic District, listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places. Tour Widow Jane Mine, cement kilns, D&H Canal, Snyder Canal Slip, exhibition hall and the Snyder Carriage and Sleigh collection. Picnic area. Special events. April-November, Wednesday, Saturday-Sunday, 1:00PM-4:00PM and by appointment. Handicapped accessible.
A Frosty Fest
778 Broadway, Ulster Park, NY 12487 Map it. Phone: 845 339-2666 Website: www.AFrostyFest.com Enchanted forest with animated light displays, glistening gardens, magical mansion, Santa’s north pole, gifts of the Greenman, food cafes, gift shops and more! November 23 through December 30, Fridays 6:00PM- 9:00PM and Saturdays and Sundays 5:00PM- 9:00PM. Handicapped Accessible.
Bevier House Museum/Ulster County Historical Society
2682 Route 209, Marbletown, NY 12484 Map it. Phone: 845 338-5614 Email: director@bevierhousemuseum.org Website: http://www.bevierhousemuseum.org
Built in 1680’s as a one room dwelling, today Bevier House reflects the history of the Hudson Valley and its inhabitants. May 18- October 27, Thursday-Monday, 1:00PM-5:00PM and by appointment. First floor only is handicapped accessible. Admission fee.
Chocolate Cheers
875 Route 28, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 338-3368
A magical journey into the world of chocolate. An entire candy kitchen behind glass. Over 80 types of hand-made chocolate confections and 30 flavors of homemade ice cream & gelato; complete with a make-your-own sundae ice cream bar. Open year round.
Esopus Meadows Lighthouse, 1871
Map it. Phone: 845 331-1478; 845 339-3060 Email: Esopuslighthouse@aol.com Website: http://www.esopusmeadowslighthouse.org
Last wooden lighthouse located on the Hudson River. Official Coast Guard Lighthouse Aid. Ongoing restoration with plans for summer tours 2007. Can be seen at Lighthouse Park, River Road, Ulster Park.
Forsyth Nature Center
Lucas Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 339-3053, 845 331-1682 x117 Website: www.forsythnaturecenter.org A quaint visitor-friendly facility in a garden setting allowing for close contact to the animals. Environment & nature programs available.
Fred J. Johnston Museum
Corner of Main and Wall Street, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 339-0720 Email: jane@fohk.org Website: http://www.fohk.org
C.1812 Federal style house featuring 18th and early 19th century furnishings and decorative arts in 8 elegant room settings. Guided tours, May-October, Saturday and Sunday, 1:00PM-4:00PM. Group tours by appointment. House tour fee.
Friends of Historic Kingston Museum
Corner of Main and Wall Streets, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 339-0720 Email: jane@fohk.org Website: http://www.fohk.org
Gallery exhibits and programs relating to local history and culture; research archives; gift shop with regional books and items. May-October, Saturday and Sunday 1:00PM-4:00PM. Group tours available by appointment. Handicapped accessible.
Headless Horseman Hayride and Haunted House
778 Broadway (Route 9W), Ulster Park, NY 12487 Map it. Phone: 845 339-2666 Email: hauntedny@aol.com Website: http://www.headlesshorseman.com
Named'#1 Haunted Attraction in America'. New theme each season. Hayride, 3 haunted houses, corn maze, 5 gift shops and 3 food cafés. September - October, evenings/weekends, Dusk-11:00PM. Reservations required. Admission fee. Handicapped accessible.
Hudson River Cruises
Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 800 843-7472, 845 340-4700 Email: hudsonrivercruises@hvc.rr.com Website: http://www.hudsonrivercruises.com
Sightseeing cruises aboard the M/V 300-passenger,'Rip Van Winkle'. Historical narration as you pass quaint lighthouses and magnificent mansions. Full service beverage and snack bar. Evening music and mystery dinner cruises. Charters available. May-October, Tuesday-Sunday. Handicapped Accessible (limited due to the tide).
Hudson River Maritime Museum
50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 338-0071 Email: HRMM@hvc.rr.com Website: http://www.HRMM.org
A family destination located on the waterfront in Kingston’s Rondout district - where maritime history lives on. May-October, seasonal hours of operation. Handicapped accessible.
Hurley Heritage Society Museum
52 Main Street, Hurley, NY 12443 Map it. Phone: 845 338-1661 Email: hhs1661@attglobal.net Website: http://www.hurleyheritagesociety.org
Various displays concerning the Town of Hurley. Changing exhibits of historical interest. Free brochures for walking the historical district (private homes dating 1670’s-late 1800’s). May-October, Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PM, Sunday 1:00PM-4:00PM. Groups and school tours by appointment. Handicapped accessible.
Kingston Heritage Area Visitors Center (Rondout)
20 Broadway (Rondout) , Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 800 331-1518, 845 331-7517 Website: http://www.ci.kingston.ny.us
Offering permanent and changing exhibits on Kingston's past industry, history and architecture. Brochures, maps, calendar of events and yearly special attraction exhibits. Open year round, Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM, weekends, May-October 11:00AM-5:00PM. Handicapped accessible.
Kingston Heritage Area Visitors Center (Stockade)
308 Clinton Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 800 331-1518, 845 331-7517 Website: http://www.ci.kingston.ny.us
Offering permanent exhibits on Kingston's past industry, history and architecture. Brochures, maps, calendar of events and yearly special attraction exhibits. Open daily, May-October 11:00AM-5:00PM.
Klyne Esopus Museum
764 Broadway (Route 9W), Ulster Park, NY 12487 Map it. Phone: 845 338-8109 Email: info@klyneesopusmuseum.org Website: http://www.klyneesopusmuseum.org
Housed in a former Dutch country church built in 1827. Exhibits about the culture, commerce and history of the Town of Esopus.
Kripplebush Schoolhouse Museum
204 Kripplebush Road (off Route 209), Kripplebush, NY 12484 Map it. Phone: 845 687-9229 Email: johngailmany@gmail.com Website: http://www.ulster-web.com/schoolhouse One room furnished schoolhouse, established 1857. Also adjacent museum housing, a large array of local artifacts. June-Labor Day, Sunday 2:00PM-4:00PM. Handicapped accessible.
Michael's Candy Corner
733 A Broadway (Corner of St. James Street and Broadway), Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 338-6782 Website: http://www.candycornerusa.com
Handmade chocolate and candy canes. Our candy canes were on the front cover of Better Homes and Gardens, 2002. Groups welcomed by appointment. Open year round, Monday-Saturday, 9:00AM-6:00PM.
Old Dutch Reformed Church
272 Wall Street, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 338-6759 Email: heritagemuseum@olddutchchurch.org Website: http://www.olddutchchurch.org
Organized in 1659. Current edifice built in 1852. Ancient burial grounds contain gravesite of George Clinton, New York State’s first Governor. Open year round, weekdays 10:00AM-4:00PM for self-guided tours. For tours, Church museum, cemetery, and genealogy, call 845 334-9355. Handicapped accessible.
Perrine's Bridge
Route 213, Rifton, NY 12471 Map it. Phone: 845 338-8109 Website: http://www.klyneesopusmuseum.org/perrines.html
Covered bridge built c. 1835 by Benjamin Wood, the last surviving example of the Burr arch truss design in NYS. This lovely bridge spans the Wallkill River between Rifton and Tillson. Open to pedestrian traffic only. Picnic area on grounds on west bank of the Wallkill River (across the bridge). Historical information is available at Klyne-Esopus Museum in Ulster Park.
Rondout Lighthouse
Rondout Creek, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 800 378-8145, 845 336-8145 Email: kingstonlighthouse@earthlink.net Website: www.kingstonlighthouse.com
Historic 1913 lighthouse. Contains period furnishings and exhibits documenting the history of the Rondout Lighthouse keepers and their families. Access only by tour boat "Dirigo". Memorial Day- Labor Day, Saturday, Sunday and holidays,12:15PM and 2:00PM. Also available for private functions.
Senate House State Historic Site
312 Fair Street, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 338-2786 Website: http://www.ci.kingston.ny.us
Meeting place of the first NYS Senate. Museum contains historical paintings and exhibits, including the world's largest collection of art by Kingston native, John Vanderlyn. April- October, Monday, Wednesday-Saturday, 10:00AM-5:00PM; Sunday, 11:00PM-5:00PM. Group tours available year round by advance reservations. Admission Fee. Handicapped accessible.
Seven 21 Media Center
721 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 800 396-9600 Website: www.seven21.com Television studio, video conference meeting space, TV studio tours, video screening rooms, audio/video edit rooms. Year round. Handicapped Accessible.
Trolley Museum
89 East Strand (Rondout Landing), Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 331-3399 Website: http://www.tmny.org
Trolley rides on original tracks along the historic Kingston waterfront to Kingston Point Park on the Hudson River. Visitors center and museum store. Memorial Day-Columbus Day, weekends and holidays, 12:00Noon-5:00PM. Last ride at 4:30PM.
Ulster County Genealogical Society
Hurley Reformed Church, Old Route 209, Hurley, NY 12443 Map it. Phone: 845 658-8085 Email: prehnfm@juno.com Website: http://www.rootsweb.com/~nyucgs/
Research census, church records, naturalizations (1830-1906), cemetery records, printed histories and genealogies, maps, wills abstracts, and major genealogical society publications. January-November, second Saturday and third and fourth Mondays, 10:00AM-2:30PM, year round. Handicapped accessible.
Volunteer Firemen's Hall and Museum
265 Fair Street, Kingston, NY 12401 Map it. Phone: 845 331-0866, 845 338-1247
Display of artifacts and other memorabilia in the 1857 fire station, which housed the Wiltwyck Hose Company. April-October, Friday 11:00AM-3:00 PM and Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PM. June-August, Wednesday-Friday 11:00AM-3:00PM and Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PM. Handicapped accessible.
New Paltz Area
Accord Speedway
299 Whitfield Road, Accord, NY 12404 Map it. Phone: 845 626-3478 Website: http://www.accordspeedway.com
A 1/4-mile clay oval track racing stock cars every Friday. Other activities: 358 modify, sportsman, pro-stock, pure-stock, mini-sprints and 4-cylinder mini-stocks. Racing go-karts and ATV's on Wednesdays during the summer. April-November, Friday 4:30PM-11:00PM. June-September, Wednesday evenings, go-carts, quads, bikes and sling shots, 4:30PM-11:00PM. Handicapped accessible.
Antique Center at Vintage Village
128-138 Route 44/55, Highland, NY 12528 Map it. Phone: 845 691-6000 Website: http://www.vintagevillage.com
Open year round, 11:00AM - 5:00PM. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Black Bear Trading Post
1075 Route 9W, Esopus, NY 12429 Map it. Phone: 845-384-6786 Email: blackbear@netzero.net Website: http://
Indian owned and operated. Features the silversmithing of Roy Blackbear: Free educational lectures and video showings. Native American artifacts and gift shop. June-November; Thursday-Friday, 10:00AM-5:00PM and Sunday 1:00PM-5:00PM. Handicapped accessible.
Canal Forge
Route 6 and Towpath Road, Alligerville, NY 12440 Map it. Phone: 845 687-7130 Email: jonned@hvc.rr.com
A working blacksmith shop and display of old tools. Overlooking the Rondout Creek adjacent to the old D&H Canal. Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM or by appointment.
D & H Canal Museum
23 Mohonk Road, High Falls, NY 12440 Map it. Phone: 845 687-9311 Email: info@canalmuseum.org Website: http://www.canalmuseum.org
National Historic Site. Working lock model. Original canal locks #16-20 of the D&H Canal. May -October, Saturday & Sunday, 11:00AM-5:00PM. School & other group tours by appointment. Admission fee. Handicapped accessible.
Emerson Antique Barn
680 Albany Post Road , New Paltz, NY 12561 Map it. Phone: 845 255-0793 Website: http://www.emersonantiquebarn.com
Open March-December, every afternoon until dark.
Friends of Historic Rochester Museum and Library
12 Main Street, Accord, NY 12404 Map it. Phone: 845 687-9998, 845 626-7104 Email: friendshistroch@aol.com
Local history information, photographs, memorabilia. Genealogical consultations. History Day open house in May. House tours in October. Open year round by appointment.
Gomez Mill House
11 Mill House Road, Marlboro, NY 12542 Map it. Phone: 845 236-3126 Email: gomezmillhouse@juno.com Website: http://www.gomez.org
Visit 293 years of history! A historic site, c. 1714. April-October, Wednesday-Sunday. Tours at 10:00AM, 11:30AM, 1:00PM and 2:30PM. Events and Sunday programs. You must be on a tour to see the inside of the museum. Admission fee
Historic Huguenot Street: Where an American Story Unfolds
18 Broadhead Avenue, New Paltz, NY 12561 Map it. Phone: 845 255-1660 Email: info@huguenotstreet.org Website: http://www.huguenotstreet.org
National Historic Landmark District includes seven original stone houses dating to 1705. Site also includes a burial ground, reconstructed 1717 French church and museum shop. Guided tours May through October, Tuesday-Sunday, 10:00AM-4:00PM.
Locust Lawn: An American Homestead Farm
400 Route 32 South (4 miles south of New Paltz), Gardiner, NY 12525 Map it. Phone: 845 255-1660 Email: hhsoffice@hhs-newpaltz.org Website: http://www.hhs-newpaltz.org
Locust Lawn - Federal period mansion built in 1814 by Josiah Hasbrouck. Home to successive generations of the Hasbrouck family until the end of the 19th century. Original family collections, plus family portraits by the renowned folk artist Ammi Phillips. Terwilliger House - a fine Dutch-style stone house built in 1738. Nearby cemetery. Call the Huguenot Historical Society for further information.
Slabsides
Floyd Ackert Road (off Route 9W), Ulster Park, NY 12493 Map it. Phone: 845 255-5077, 845 679-2642
Retreat of naturalist John Burroughs. Open for tours twice a year: third Saturday in May and first Saturday in October.
Timeless Toys
134 Route 44/55, Highland, NY 12528 Phone: 845 691-2089 Website: www.AboutTown.us
Private antique toy collection featuring items primarily between 1900 and 1955. Bisque dolls, pedal cars, tin lithograph wind ups and a variety of blocks and games are displayed. Open by chance or appointment. Free admission.
Vintage Village
128-138 Route 44/55, Highland, NY 12528 Map it. Phone: 845 691-6000 Website: http://www.vintagevillage.com
Multi-building antique and art complex includes historical exhibits, formal gardens. Stream flows through former sawmill, now antique center. Open year round, 11:00AM - 5:00PM Daily. (Closed Tues. & Wed. Jan.- May).
Widmark Honey Farms
Route 44/55, Gardiner, NY 12525 Map it. Phone: 845 255-6400 Website: http://www.widmarkfarms.bigstep.com
Famous American black bears, bee keeping and honey presentations. Pet and feed farm animals. Gift shop. Open year round, 10:00AM-6:00PM.
Saugerties Area
Carousel At Beachview Center
61 South Partition Street, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845 246-5388
Come ride an authentic Allan Herschell Co. carousel made circa l950. Weekends and holidays, May-October. Call for hours.
Catskill Animal Sanctuary
316 Old Stage Road, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845 336-8447 Website: http://www.casanctuary.org
A haven for abused horses and farm animals. Offering guided tours, workshops, guest speakers and adoptions. Family friendly. April-October, Saturday - Sunday, 11:00AM-4:00PM.
Erika House Doll Museum
15 Ulster Avenue, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845-246-0270
25 rooms filled with dolls of the centuries. Open year round, Saturdays 10AM-4PM or by appointment.
Krause's Homemade Candy
41 S. Partition Street, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845 246-8377 Email: info@krauseschocolates.com Website: http://www.krauseschocolates.com
Voted the best chocolates in the Hudson Valley (HV Magazine). The best hand-dipped chocolates, fudge and more. Monday-Friday 9:30AM-6:00PM, Saturday 9:30AM-5:00PM, Sunday 12:00Noon-5:00PM.
Opus 40 and Quarryman's Museum
50 Fite Road, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845 246-3400
Six-acre environmental bluestone sculpture built from an abandoned quarry by one man, Harvey Fite. Memorial Day-Columbus Day, Friday-Monday and holidays, 12Noon-5:00PM. Some Saturdays and Sundays reserved for special events. Please call in advance.
Saugerties Historical Society/Kiersted House
119 Main Street, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845 246-9529
Built in 1727, the Kiersted House is home to the Saugerties Historical Society. Special events include historical reenactments in May, History Day in October, free seasonal concerts and historical displays on the front lawn. May-October, Saturday and Sunday, 2:00PM-4:00PM.
Saugerties Lighthouse Conservancy
Lighthouse Drive, Saugerties, NY 12477 Map it. Phone: 845 247-0656 Email: info@saugertieslighthouse.com Website: http://www.saugertieslighthouse.com
A museum displaying artifacts of the lighthouse and of the commercial heyday of the Saugerties waterfront. Reached by private boat from the south side of the Esopus Creek or by the nature trail (check tides). Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Tours given on weekends. Also a B&B (see B&B listing).
Woodstock Area
Ashokan Reservoir
Route 28 and Winchell's Corners, Shokan, NY 12481 Map it. Phone: 800-575-LAND
Spectacular vistas of NYC water supply set like a jewel in a crown of mountains. Fishing by permit only.
Historical Society of Woodstock
Comeau Drive, Woodstock, NY 12498 Map it. Phone: 845 679-2256 Email: wdstkhist@yahoo.com Website: http://www.woodstockhistory.org
Preserving Woodstock’s history through exhibits, publications and collections. For membership and exhibit information or research requests, please e-mail us. Summer only.
S.E.W. (Stucki Embroidery Works)
Route 28, Boiceville, NY 12412 Map it. Phone: 845 657-7400 Website: http://www.stuckiembroidery.com
See our 21 ton, 45 foot machine stitch up to 1,000 stars at a time for American flags. Lace and eyelet embroidery also manufactured and shown in gift shop. Open year round 10:00AM - 5:00PM. Admission fee includes coupon for gift shop. Tours available by appointment. Handicapped accessible.
Woodstock Artists Association
28 Tinker Street, Woodstock, NY 12498 Map it. Phone: 845 679-2940 Website: http:// www.woodstockart.org Exhibiting art of local artists. Also a museum representing the artists of the Woodstock Art Colony of the past. Year round, Thursday-Monday, 12:00Noon-5:00PM. Handicapped accessible.
Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary
35 Van Wagner Road, Willow, NY 12495 Map it. Phone: 845-679-5955 Email: info@woodstocksanctuary.org Website: http://www.woodstocksanctuary.org
Visit over 100 rescued farm animals while surrounded views of the Catskill Mountains. A non-profit organization that takes in abandoned, abused & discarded farm animals while working to promote farm animal welfare. Educational tours & events. Weekends April-October 11-4pm.
Woodstock Museum
P.O. Box 73, Woodstock, NY 12498 Map it. Phone: 845 246-0600 Email: hello@woodstockmuseum.com Website: http://www.woodstockmuseum.org
Movies on Woodstock and Woodstock Festivals, solar energy, Siberian Shamanism and other alternative communication media. Artifacts of Woodstock and its official sister city, Nimbin, Australia. Free Labor Day Film Festival at Woodstock Town Hall. Camping available. Call for details.
