Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Santa Claus is coming to Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park on Friday, November 23 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors are welcome to have their picture taken with Santa at the Walkway’s West Side Entrance, at the Ulster Welcome Center. Walkway’s Volunteer Ambassadors will be serving hot chocolate, cookies, candy canes –free of charge while supplies last.

The Hudson Valley region is rich in history, even in places you may never expected. Join local author and historian Tony Musso on Sunday, December 2 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Interfaith Towers (66 Washington Street, Poughkeepsie) as he discusses his latest book Hidden Treasures of the Hudson Valley Volume 3, which features 55 sites from Westchester County to Saugerties and beyond that might not be mainstream tourist destination, but still boast significance in local and national history. This lecture is complimentary to attend for Walkway members and all seniors residing in assisted living. The general public is welcome to attend for a suggested donation of $5

The American Legion Pleasant Valley-Millbrook Post #739, Pleasant Valley NY and VFW Post 6534 Highland organize and present monthly Flag Changing Ceremonies on the Walkway to honor our region’s veterans and their service to our country. These events, organized and presented by these local veterans’ organizations, are open to all who wish to attend.

Contact: Ross Hartlipp with American Legion Post 739 for information and updates. Location: Center Overlook of the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park Event Organizer: American Legion Post 739 and VFW Post 6534 Highland

Join The Walkway over the Hudson State Historic Park on our annual legendary historic first day hike.

Meet up location: Center bump out on the walkway at the Flag pole