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Revolutionary War Headquarters Site
Location
Van Wyck Homestead Museum
504 Route 9
Fishkill, NY 12524
County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
- September 10, 2022, 1:00PM, Last Tour at 3:00 PM
- September 11, 2022, 1:00PM, Guided Tours thru Historic Museum
- September 17, 2022, 1:00PM, Guided Tours thru Historic Homestead
- September 18, 2022, 1:00PM, Guided Tours thru Historic Museum
- September 24, 2022, 1:00PM, Last Tour at 3:00 PM
- September 25, 2022, 1:00PM, Guided Tours thru Historic Museum
- October 1, 2022, 1:00PM, Guided Tours thru Historic Museum
- October 2, 2022, 1:00PM, Last Tour at 3:00 PM
Details
Event Type Historic Site Tour/History Description The Van Wyck Homestead was built in 1732, and enlarged to its present size in 1757. It is one of the oldest homes in Dutchess County. During the American Revolution the home was used as an Officers' Headquarters for the Fishkill Supply Depot soldiers' encampment (Oct. 1776 - Oct. 1783). Dozens of notable Revolutionary War heroes visited the Homestead - including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and Marquis de Lafayette to name a few. For more information about this historic homestead please visit: www.FishkillHistoricalSociety.org Organization Hosting the Event Fishkill Historical Society Phone Number (845) 896-9560Additional Information
Event Duration (hours): 1
Family Friendly
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes