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Nestled between the banks of the Hudson River and the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains sits Columbia County–one of the jewels of the Hudson Valley.
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Whether it’s relaxation you seek or an activity packed getaway, Columbia County is the place! Whether it’s relaxation you seek or an activity packed getaway, Columbia County is the place. Meander through historic villages and hamlets while discovering miles of unsurpassed rural beauty. Along the way, explore one of our 20 historic properties, or the many art galleries and antique shops. Indulge yo

ur appetite with award-winning cuisine at eclectic dining establishments. Or, for something different, follow our Scenic Sips Craft Beverage Trail offering handcrafted tasting experiences at the county’s breweries, wineries, spirit makers, and cider mills. Pick-your-own farms and orchards provide ample family fun and for outdoor adventurers, a zip line park, downhill skiing and snowboarding, and miles of bike and mountain bike trails satisfy the need for thrills. At the center of it all is the “little city with big city flair,” Hudson. By day, shop unique boutiques; at night the city percolates with music, theater, film and “hot spots.” And no trip to the Hudson Valley would be complete without a cruise on the mighty river itself. Sightseeing cruises operate seasonally. Relax and rejuvenate or play and explore, come and experience hospitality the Columbia County way. You will be glad you did!

06/13/2026

This year's Hudson Flag Day Parade has been designated as Columbia County’s official commemoration of America's Semiquincentennial Celebration. 🇺🇸 As we countdown to the nation's 250th birthday, our local tradition takes center stage to mark this milestone in American history.

Come celebrate the flag, our incredible veterans, and 250 years of American freedom! 🗽

The parade begins today at 4pm at the 7th Street Park and will proceed down Warren Street turning south on Front Street and finishing at the Henry Hudson Waterfront Park. The parade will feature marching units from around the county and will include fife and drum corps, historical re-enactors and artillery displays. 🚒🎖️

Festivities at the Hudson Waterfront begin at noon and continue throughout the day pausing for the parade at 4pm. The evening will culminate in a spectacular firework display over the Hudson River at dusk. Look for will Revolutionary War reenactments, cannon demonstrations, live music and a petting zoo!

For a detailed list of all the festivities, including parking and shuttle bus options, check out our special Flag Day 2026 post (link in comments)

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!

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06/12/2026

𝗛𝘂𝗱𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻-𝗯𝘆-𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗽
𝘍𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 Condé Nast Traveler 𝘰𝘯 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘢 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘺

Known as “Upstate’s Downtown,” the Hudson Valley’s titular character is always bringing something new. Pocketbook Hudson, the 19th-century pocketbook factory-turned-hotel that debuted in October 2025, recently opened a bathhouse that began welcoming visitors last month (the hydrotherapy trend is here to stay), drawing design lovers with its eclectic mix of historic brick walls and stainless steel fixtures.

Perhaps the biggest draw of this picturesque town is the opportunity to shop for antiques on and around Warren Street: Head to Neven & Neven Moderne for midcentury, Scandinavian lounge chairs; 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 for a hodgepodge of treasures; or Red Chair on Warren for European ironstone wares.

For a spot of nature, grab some provisions from Kitty’s Market or Talbott & Arding and head to Promenade Hill Park for views of the Hudson. Or, make the 15-minute drive to High Falls Conservation Area, where you can complete a 1.5-mile loop to see a 150-foot waterfall.

Art lovers will appreciate Frederic Church's Olana State Historic Site (a 10-minute drive from downtown Hudson), the former estate of landscape artist Frederic Edwin Church, a pivotal figure of the Hudson River School.

Art Omi in nearby Ghent, a 15-minute drive from Hudson, boasts an impressive 120-acre sculpture park, plus a long line of rotating exhibitions and artist residences.

When it comes to food, you can’t go wrong with a pastry from Mel the Bakery, an Italian dinner at Feast & Floret, or a late-night drink at Backbar.

Read more of the article at the link in comments!...and SHARE this post woth someone who really needs to get out of the city this weekend!

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!

06/09/2026

🗽 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮:
Countdown to America’s Semiquincentennial 🇺🇸

Did you know the Hudson Flag Day Parade & Festival has deep local roots tied directly to one special organization?

The modern tradition we love today was started by the Hudson Elks Lodge. They held smaller Flag Day observances until 1996 when they partnered with the city of Hudson to make it a city-wide event.

The Elks have a national legacy with Flag Day -- President Harry S. Truman, a proud Elks member himself, established National Flag Day on the second Saturday in June.

After years of hard work and dedication by the Hudson Elks, the 𝗛𝘂𝗱𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 was created. For the last 20+ years, this all-volunteer group has worked hard to honor local Veterans and bring us the great parade and festival we have today.

✨ 𝗔 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 ✨
This year’s festivities hold an even greater honor: the Hudson Flag Day Parade & Festival has been designated as Columbia County's official observance and celebration of America's Semiquincentennial! As we countdown to the nation's 250th birthday, our local tradition takes center stage to mark this milestone in American history.

Come celebrate the flag, our incredible veterans, and 250 years of American freedom this Saturday, June 13th!

📍 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲: Warren Street → Henry Hudson Riverfront Park

🎉 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: Live music, local vendors, family activities, and an epic fireworks display!

For a listing of all Flag Day events, parking, shuttle buses and more, see link in bio.

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!

Be sure to follow us to keep up with all the latest happenings in Columbia County, and share this post with the local history buff in your life!

06/05/2026

𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬:
🌲 The Mysterious "Pondshiners" of Taghkanic 🌲

Ever wonder about the hidden secrets of our beautiful hills? For this edition of , we are diving deep into Columbia County folklore to bring you the story of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀!

If you’ve ever spent time swimming or camping at Lake Taghkanic State Park, you’ve walked right through the heart of their history. Back in the 1800s, local legend told of a fiercely independent, ultra-isolated group of people who lived deep in the rugged, rocky woods of Taghkanic.

Here are three fun facts about these legendary hill-dwellers:

🧺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀: The Pondshiners rarely interacted with outsiders, but when they did, it was to trade. They became famous for hand-weaving incredibly durable, beautiful ash-wood baskets. Today, authentic "Taghkanic Baskets" are prized and highly collectible pieces of local history!

🏡 𝗥𝗲𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: While old ghost stories painted them as a mysterious "tribe," historians believe many were actually families who fled into the untillable hills during the Anti-Rent Wars of the 1840s to escape wealthy landlords.

🚗 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Their isolated way of life largely stayed intact until the late 1920s and 30s. The creation of Lake Taghkanic State Park and the construction of the Taconic Parkway opened the local wilderness, finally connecting these hidden communities with the rest of the county.

The next time you hike the trails or look out over Lake Taghkanic, keep an eye on the treeline—you’re exploring a landscape rich with centuries of hidden history!

📸 Have an old Taghkanic basket? Drop a photo in the comments below!...and share this post with the local history buff in your life!

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
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06/02/2026

🏛️ 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮: The Long Trek to Albany! 🏛️

While our beautiful landscape was rich with history during the Revolutionary War, Columbia County didn't actually exist yet. Back then, this entire area was still under the jurisdiction of Albany County.

Imagine needing to file a land deed, settle a legal dispute, or register a will, but having to travel all the way to Albany to do it! In 1776, that meant a grueling, multi-day journey by horseback or boat just to access basic government services. 🐴

To solve this logistical nightmare—and to support the booming new whaling port in Hudson—the State Legislature officially created Columbia County a decade later on April 4, 1786! 🎉

When we finally broke away, the county brought government closer to home, starting with just seven original towns:
🌾 Kinderhook
⛰️ Canaan
🏡 Claverack (first county seat!)
🌲 Hillsdale
🍇 Clermont
⚓ Germantown
🚜 Livingston,
...and the City of Hudson! 🏢

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!
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𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮 is a series of weekly posts leading up to America's semiquincentennial on July 4th. Here in Columbia County, the celebration culminates in the Hudson Flag Day Parade & Festival on June 13th at noon. Share this post with the local history buff in your life!

05/30/2026

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀! 🇺🇸

Celebrate the 4th of July at Catamount Mountain Resort!

Join Catamount and Roe Jan Brewing Co. for a full day of family fun capped off by a spectacular 4th of July Fireworks Display lighting up the mountain sky. This is one of their most anticipated summer events — and a celebration you won’t want to miss.

Spend the day enjoying outdoor activities, family-friendly entertainment, food and drinks, and classic summer fun, then settle in as the sun goes down and the fireworks begin. Whether you go for the full day or just the grand finale, the evening fireworks show is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday together.

Check out their event page in comments for more details - and share this post with someone looking for a great way to celebrate America's Semiquincentennial! 🇺🇸

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!
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05/28/2026

𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝘂𝗱𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆
𝘧𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘙𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘢𝘦𝘭 𝘉𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢, 𝘏𝘶𝘥𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘝𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘔𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘦

Nothing pairs better with a relaxing weekend exploring Columbia County than the nostalgic charm of a classic local diner. Our region is home to some incredible gems serving up fresh comfort food that makes you feel right at home. ☕️🥞

A recent feature from Hudson Valley Magazine highlights some of our absolute favorites. Add these local spots to your list for your next cozy getaway:

✨ Dan's Diner (Chatham) - Located inside a beautifully restored 1925 Jerry O’ Mahoney diner car, this iconic spot is run by Spencertown native Dan Rundell. It's the perfect place to enjoy a warm, relaxing morning.
👉 Must-try: The Hot Mess breakfast sandwich!

✨ Doves Diner (Ancram) - An exciting newcomer to the local food scene! Open Thursday through Sunday, this lovely eatery offers a welcoming atmosphere for a casual lunch or a slice of homemade coffee cake.
👉 Must-try: Deviled egg salad sandwich!

✨ The Hudson Diner - Nestled on Warren Street, this spot offers a unique twist on the classic diner experience with a full bar menu to enjoy alongside your weekend morning favorites like griddled muffins and crispy hashbrowns.
👉 Must-try: Special Burger!

📜 A Special Blast from the Past: The article also notes that Albany's Capital City Diner actually got its start right here in Hudson back in 1984 as the historic Columbia Diner!

Which of these spots will you visit this weekend? Let us know in the comments! 👇

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𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!
(link in comments)

05/26/2026

🇺🇸 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮! 🇺🇸
Columbia County’s Revolutionary Kitchen Wars!

The Boston Tea Party wasn't the only time early Americans pushed back against unfair tea prices... ☕️ Check out this story of rebellion against price gouging during the Revolution.

Right here in Columbia County, everyday citizens staged their own fierce protests during the Revolutionary War to fight back against skyrocketing prices and hoarded goods.

In 1777, Continental currency was rapidly losing value and wartime shortages were hitting local kitchens hard. When opportunistic merchants or Loyalists in the region began hoarding precious commodities like tea, rum, and sugar to drive up prices, local Revolutionary committees and frustrated residents refused to stand by.

In districts across Columbia County — including Claverack and Kinderhook — the "Committees of Safety" had strictly regulated the price of daily essentials. But when merchants ignored those rules and tried to profiteer, angry crowds (often led by formidable local women) took matters into their own hands.

They marched on the stores, seized control of the scales, weighed out the tea, sugar, or rum themselves, and forced the shopkeepers to sell at the fair, pre-war “fixed price.” It wasn’t stealing — it was community-enforced economic justice during one of the darkest years of the Revolution.

Economic survival was just as important as the battles being fought on the fields.

Today, you can explore this rich history in Kinderhook at the Mercantile at the Vanderpoel House, where the spirit of local heritage lives on through exhibits and stories from Columbia County’s past.

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𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website!

05/25/2026

It's Memorial Day 🇺🇸 and the unofficial kickoff to summer! 🌞

Today we remember and honor the countless Columbia County veterans who helped shape our nation and our community here at home.

Explore our historic cemeteries and you’ll find soldiers who fought in every major conflict dating back to the American Revolution. From quiet country graveyards to solemn memorials, their stories and sacrifices are etched in stone across our county — a powerful reminder of the bravery that built the freedom we enjoy today.

Right on cue, summer weather is breaking here in Columbia County and the forecast looks fantastic for the next 10 days! Perfect time to get outside, pay your respects, and enjoy everything our beautiful corner of the Hudson Valley has to offer.

How did you spend the holiday weekend! Drop a pic in comments!

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website (link in comments)

05/22/2026

🦶 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆!🦶

Did you know that the quiet, historic town of Kinderhook might be hiding one of New York’s most legendary secrets? 👀

Locals call it the 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲—a tall, hairy, upright-walking being (Bigfoot?) While rumors date back further, a wave of eerie encounters gripped the town starting in December 1979 and lasted throughout the 1980s.

One of the most famous accounts came from local author and radio personality Bruce Hallenbeck and his family. After his grandmother spotted the beast near her home, the family endured years of terrifying activity, including glowing eyes in the dark, massive footprints, and strange, guttural, "gorilla-like" vocalizations echoing from the tree line.

But it’s not just Bigfoot—the Kinderhook woods have a history of paranormal anomalies, from floating lights to the legendary, shape-shifting "Kinderhook Blob!" 🛸👻 (watch this space for more posts!)

🎬 Wanna dive deeper into the mystery? This local legend just hit the screen! The famous paranormal documentary crew Small Town Monsters just released a brand-new film called 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵, featuring firsthand interviews with the Hallenbeck family. (Apple, Amazon, and YouTube)

Whether it’s an undiscovered cryptid, a misidentified black bear, or just some creative folklore, one thing’s for sure: the woods around Kinderhook have stories to tell. 🌲🌲

Ever have a close encounter with something like this here in Columbia County? Heard any good stories? Let us know in the comments! 👇

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
Start planning yours on our website (see comments)

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