Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Current Hours (Through mid-April 2025): Fridays & Saturdays, 11am – 3pm and by appointment Tuesday through Saturday.
Call 845-562-1195 for more information or to schedule a group visit. Please note that some services may be unavailable due to weather or staffing.
84 Liberty St.
Newburgh, NY 12551
- General Information: (845) 562-1195
Visit the nation's first publicly owned historic site and tour the rooms where American history was made. In the critical months that General George Washington spent at Newburgh, he made some of his most important contributions to shaping the American republic. It was here that Washington rejected the idea of an American monarchy; ended the Newburgh Conspiracy, preventing potential military control of the government; created the Badge of Military Merit, forerunner of the Purple Heart; and circulated an influential letter to State Governors outlining the key principals he felt necessary for the new republic.
While visiting Washington's Headquarters explore the Museum, which houses the award-winning exhibit, Unpacked & Rediscovered: Selections from Washington's Headquarters' Collection. The exhibit features over 1,300 objects highlighting Washington's Headquarters diverse collections and is navigated by an electronic catalog system. Also, take a tour of the Tower of Victory and climb the steps to the newly restored belvedere. (Access to the Tower may be limited based on staffing and weather conditions.)
Volunteer at Washington's Headquarters
Interested in HISTORY? Like working with PEOPLE? Enjoy working OUTDOORS? You may be interested in volunteering at Washington's Headquarters! For more information, please see the volunteer information document at the bottom of the page, or call (845) 562-1195.
Tracy Wolf is the 2025 Martha Washington Woman of History
(Newburgh, NY ... February 4, 2024) Tracy Wolf, a Trustee of the East Fishkill Historical Society has been named the 2025 Martha Washington Woman of History. This award is given annually by Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site to a woman who has made a contribution to the history of the Hudson Valley through education, promotion, or preservation. The honor was inspired by Martha Washington, an outstanding woman in history who resided in the Hudson Valley with her husband, General George Washington, during the last days of the Revolutionary War.
Tracy Wolf is a trustee on the East Fishkill Historical Society Board and a member of the Rombout Precinct planning committee for the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War. She helped to establish the clay bread oven at the Van Wyck Homestead and the cooking, bread baking, and butter making demos at the Brinckerhoff House, as well as developing educational programming for local students. Tracy has been a member of the 5th NY Regiment of Revolutionary War reenactors where she participated in several battle reenactments as a camp follower, cooking meals for the troops. Tracy graduated from Suny New Paltz with a BA in history and is retired from a career in retail management. Volunteering to keep history alive is now her passion.
The 2025 Martha Washington Woman of History Award will be presented to Tracy Wolf at an event entitled, The General's Lady, to be held on March 23rd at 2pm at Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site in Newburgh.
For more information, please call 845-562-1195.
Hours of Operation
Spring/Summer/Fall Hours: mid-April - October
Wednesday - Saturday: 11 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pmSchool and group tours are welcome by appointment year round. For more information on our program offerings, please visit the "Education tab.
Washington's Headquarters also offers special events and programs all year round. Keep an eye on the NYS Parks Event Calendar, or "like" us on Facebook.- Fall/Winter Hours: November - Mid-April
Fridays and Saturdays, 11 am - 3 pmTuesdays - Saturday by appointment
Fees & Rates
Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.
The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.Only Cash and Checks (payable to NYS Parks) Accepted- Tour Admission
Adult - $7
Senior/Student - $5
12 and under - Free- School Group and Prescheduled Group Admission
- $5 per person (min. 10)
Additional Talk - $2 each
Talk ONLY - $5 per person (min. 10) - Outreach Programs (Off-site)
- $5 per person
(Note: May include additional travel fee depending on distance)
For more information on special program offerings for both school and adult groups, please see the "Education" tab.
For more information on tour offerings, please see the "Tours" tab.
Washington's Headquarters provides a variety of special program offerings appropriate for children to adults. These programs can be delivered on-site or can come to you as outreach programs. To learn more about what the site has to offer, and how to schedule your group, please click the links below
Acquired and opened by the State of New York in 1850, Washington's Headquarters, State Historic Site, is the first publicly owned and operated historic site in the Nation, a National Landmark, and a contributing property within Newburgh's 445-acre East End Historic District. From April 1782 to August 1783 General George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, made his headquarters and residence at Jonathan and Tryntje Hasbrouck family's fieldstone farmhouse in Newburgh. It was the longest he stayed at any headquarters throughout the 8 1/2 years of the Revolution. The Hasbrouck house is furnished to reflect Washington's stay and is open for guided tours. Here, the General, his wife Martha, officers, servants, and slaves lived and worked in close quarters, while a steady stream of guests met with the Washington's.
In the critical months that General George Washington spent at Newburgh, he made some of his most important contributions to shaping the American republic.
It was here that Washington:
- Rejected the suggestion of an American monarchy.
- Ended the Newburgh Conspiracy, preventing potential military control of the government.
- Created the Badge of Military Merit, forerunner of the Purple Heart.
- Circulated an influential letter to State Governors outlining the key principals he felt necessary for the new republic.
- Announced the Cessation of Hostilities, which ended the fighting of the Revolutionary War.
Tours
Admission to Washington's Headquarters includes a guided tour of the historic Hasbrouck House, furnished to reflect its use as General Washington's Headquarters from April of 1782 to August of 1783, as well as self-guided access to the museum building, which includes two floors of exhibits.
Washington's Headquarters also offers group tours, school programs, and adult programs. For information on those offerings and how to schedule a group, visit the "Education" tab, or contact the site.
Tours are available by reservation. Please see the "Hours of Operation" tab for details. Please see the "Fees and Rates" Tab for admission information.
Reservations
Reservations are made by calling the site at (845) 562-1195 and speaking with a staff member who will assist you.
Saturday, February 15, 2025 until Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Sunday, March 23, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Costumed Interpreters
- Picnic Area (Accessible)
- Tours (Accessible)
- Visitor Center (Accessible)