Hold History in Your Hand With the Launch of the Urban Archive App in Newburgh
The collecting institutions of Newburgh have banded together to bring the rich history of their community to life via a new collaboration with Urban Archive.
A Picturesque Pre-Civil War Manse by Architect Frederick Clarke Withers Could Be Yours for $749K
The Hudson Valley is a picturesque place, not only for its natural beauty but for the architectural treasures tucked into the hamlets and towns scattered on both sides of the river.
Capturing Community Through the Lens in Newburgh
Barbershops hold a particular place in community life, a common space where connections are forged and experiences shared. A recent project sought to capture the importance of those spaces in the life of the city.
History Is Electric at This Greek Revival Wood Frame in Newburgh
If you are looking for a house with a smattering of quirky history across the centuries, this early 19th century house offers everything from Thomas Edison as a house guest to murals by a contemporary artist.
Navigate Historic Home Renovation With Dwellstead on Saturday, June 30
Join Dwellstead at their June 30th workshop in Newburgh where they will help you realize your vision of renovating a historic and distressed building and turning it into a beautiful and affordable green home.
A Wintry Tour of the 19th Century Houses of Newburgh (Photos)
Newburgh, perched on a scenic spot along the western banks of the Hudson River, is a must see for 19th century architecture buffs.
Can the Greek Revival Masterpiece of Newburgh Be Saved?
Despite its architectural significance, the early 19th century Dutch Reformed Church has been vacant and deteriorating for decades as the community and preservationists have struggled to come up with a plan to save the masterwork.
Travel Tips for the Hudson River Valley Visitor in 1896
Puzzled about where exactly to book your remaining, precious summer vacation days?
The Fabulous Fireplaces of Newburgh (Photos)
If the continued chilly weather has you dreaming of fireplaces and cozy historic houses this virtual tour of fireplaces from the historic town of Newburgh, N.Y is sure to satisfy your craving.
A Tour of Newburgh by Candlelight
For years, we’ve been dying to go to the house tour in Newburgh, N.Y., called the Candlelight Tour, and this year we finally did. A few years ago, we’d heard of Newburgh because we read the blog Door Sixteen, but we didn’t know anything about it. One day we were tagging along with a friend who had business in town, and were simply agog when we stepped out of the car. The streets are like an outdoor house museum, with picture postcard examples of different architectural styles spanning the 18th through the early 20th century.
Newburgh’s perch overlooking the Hudson makes it extremely scenic as well as important militarily. It was a key spot during the Revolutionary War (George Washington’s house there is now a museum) and it became a fancy resort town in the late 19th century. It fell on hard times about 90 years later. Its history has been well documented here and here by the blog Big Old Houses.
The house tour, which took place Sunday, was brimming with friendly folks, above, all of whom seemed to know each other and have interesting stories to tell about their houses. We wish we could have stayed for hours more. We highly recommend the tour — and lunch at the always delicious Mexican restaurant the Maya Cafe in nearby Fishkill. Has anyone else attended the tour? Click through to the jump for tons of pictures.
