One Day in Fishkill
Located in the mid-Hudson Valley, Fishkill is suburban community with many attractions worthy of a visit. Not only does Fishkill boast river views and mountain trails, it is also home to historic sites, an impressive group of restaurants, and several family-friendly activities.
Mount Gulian is the colonial homestead of the prominent Dutch Verplanck family, established around 1730. Used mainly as their summer retreat and a working plantation, Mount Gulian was turned over to the Continental Army during the War for Independence, because of its strategic riverside location across from Washingtons Headquarters at... More >
Mount Gulian is the colonial homestead of the prominent Dutch Verplanck family, established around 1730. Used mainly as their summer retreat and a working plantation, Mount Gulian was turned over to the Continental Army during the War for Independence, because of its strategic riverside location across from Washingtons Headquarters at Newburgh. Programs at Mount Gulian cover a variety of topics, including the Wappinger Native Americans, a soldiers life during the Revolutionary War, and everyday colonial life.
New York State operates this 1,000-acre farm as an environmental education center, offering programs mainly for children. Budget cuts have recently affected the programming, but the grounds remain accessible, and include a groomed woodlands trail, a barn with several animals, and the Verplanck Manor House visitor center and library. Th... More >
New York State operates this 1,000-acre farm as an environmental education center, offering programs mainly for children. Budget cuts have recently affected the programming, but the grounds remain accessible, and include a groomed woodlands trail, a barn with several animals, and the Verplanck Manor House visitor center and library. The larger annual events, including Earth Day, the summer butterfly festival, and the Fall Harvest Festival, draw large crowds from a supportive community.
This 1732 Dutch Colonial-style house played a role in American Revolutionary War, and has been amazingly preserved, despite its location alongside a major highway.
This 1732 Dutch Colonial-style house played a role in American Revolutionary War, and has been amazingly preserved, despite its location alongside a major highway. Today, the Van Wyck Homestead is a Museum, but in 1776 it was the home of Isaac Van Wyck. It was requisitioned by the Continental Army for use as an officers' headquarters a... More >
This 1732 Dutch Colonial-style house played a role in American Revolutionary War, and has been amazingly preserved, despite its location alongside a major highway. Today, the Van Wyck Homestead is a Museum, but in 1776 it was the home of Isaac Van Wyck. It was requisitioned by the Continental Army for use as an officers' headquarters and a major military supply depot. Tours are available on weekends, and special events are held throughout the year.
Take one look at the upscale Adirondack-style dcor, and you'll know why this hotel is the nicest in the region. This stylish all-suite property was formerly called Sierra Suites. Guests receive free breakfast daily and WiFi access. The property's location is convenient to major highways, shopping, and a multitude of restaurants, severa... More >
Take one look at the upscale Adirondack-style dcor, and you'll know why this hotel is the nicest in the region. This stylish all-suite property was formerly called Sierra Suites. Guests receive free breakfast daily and WiFi access. The property's location is convenient to major highways, shopping, and a multitude of restaurants, several within close walking distance.
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This modern Italian trattoria is located on Main Street in the picturesque village of Fishkill, among a delectable restaurant row selection of eateries. There's an award-winning by-the-glass wine bar, and a casual yet metropolitan flair. This is the sister restaurant to Aroma Osteria in Wappingers Falls, both owned by the same service-oriented family.
| New York State operates this 1,000-acre farm as an environmental education center, offering programs mainly for children. |
During the summer months, this popular water park offers enough family fun to fill a full day, yet its manageable size means you won't be walking miles between attractions. With its shallow pool, Shipwreck Lagoon is the main hub of pre-school activity. For bigger, braver kids, Cowabunga Falls and Pirates Plunge are breath-catching water slides. At four stories tall, the Humunga Half Pipe is New Yorks only zero-gravity ha... More
During the summer months, this popular water park offers enough family fun to fill a full day, yet its manageable size means you won't be walking miles between attractions. With its shallow pool, Shipwreck Lagoon is the main hub of pre-school activity. For bigger, braver kids, Cowabunga Falls and Pirates Plunge are breath-catching water slides. At four stories tall, the Humunga Half Pipe is New Yorks only zero-gravity half pipe ride, sending riders up to a pinnacle and letting gravity draw them quickly down again.
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