Revolutionary War Headquarters Site | Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area

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Revolutionary War Headquarters Site

Location

Van Wyck Homestead Museum
504 Route 9
Fishkill, NY 12524

41.522639 -73.889225

County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 10, 2022, 1:00PM
  • September 11, 2022, 1:00PM
  • September 17, 2022, 1:00PM
  • September 18, 2022, 1:00PM
  • September 24, 2022, 1:00PM
  • September 25, 2022, 1:00PM
  • October 1, 2022, 1:00PM
  • October 2, 2022, 1:00PM

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 ((84) 5) -9560

Additional Information


Event Duration (hours): 1

Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes
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