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A treasure trove of Greene County History, the Vedder Research Library is your one-stop shop for questions about local land, ancestry, and more. Historian and archivist Jonathan Palmer, a Greene County native with a passion for the area, brings local history to life with the effervescent positivity (and corny jokes and mustache) of a young, real-life Ted Lasso.
Travel back to 1663 at the oldest house in the Hudson Valley. At the Bronck House and Museum, run by the Greene County Historical Society in Coxsackie, history buffs can see first-hand how a single-room stone house grew into a Dutch Colonial home with a standalone kitchen and learn about how much life has changed in 350 years.
Olana, a castle-like villa overlooking the Hudson River, seemed like it would be a dreamy place to explore with my family, but it wasn’t what anything like what I expected. Here’s what you need to know if you’re visiting Olana with kids.
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Library and Museum is not just for history buffs. There’s plenty to explore whether you’re digging for First Lady Fun Facts or just wandering through the gorgeous grounds and gardens.
The Martin Van Buren National Historic Site in Kinderhook, NY offers year-round nature trails and free tours of the 8th President's mansion in the spring, summer, and fall.
