Hyde Park History

Hyde Park History Vanderbilt Garden Association Board & President (2016-19) This page shares the unique places and the history of Hyde Park, NY.

“History is every place you stand,” Barbara Hobens
Municipal Historian, 2016-17; Shade Tree Commission Chair (2024-5); Founded Hyde Park Garden Habitat in 2016; Frederick W.

09/12/2026

Of historic interest. An interview with an eyewitness to Lincoln’s assignation.

09/12/2026

FDR stepped in!

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09/12/2026

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09/12/2026
09/11/2026
09/11/2026

Looking for something a little different to do this weekend?

Head to the the historic Crumb Elbow Rural Cemetery & 1797 Quaker Meeting House in East Park, NY for a fun and fascinating tour featuring costumed actors portraying real people from local history.

📚 Meet a patriot farmer, abolitionists, a traveling Quaker preacher, a women's rights supporter, a seed seller, and more

🌳 Easy walking tour through the cemetery and meeting house
🎭 Short educational skits
☀️ Beautiful weather is expected!

Saturday & Sunday
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Come anytime during the tour window and join a group for a 30 minute tour.

💵 $10 suggested donation (cash or check at the door)
👧 Children free

The walk is short, easy, and suitable even for folks who don't usually spend much time outdoors.

📍 Crumb Elbow Rural Cemetery & Meeting House
490 N. Quaker Lane, Hyde Park, NY

Hope to see you there!

Message Poughkeepsie Friends Quaker Meeting

PSA:
09/11/2026

PSA:

LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Receipt of Tax Roll and Warrant
For the collection of school taxes within the Town of Hyde Park for the Hyde Park School District for the year 2026-2027. See Notice for details.

09/11/2026

History and facts matter. We must never forget!
People of none and many faiths were murdered by terrorists.

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