Welcome to Poughkeepsie!

Nestled on the Hudson River, just 70 miles north of midtown Manhattan, Poughkeepsie is the regional center of the arts, entertainment, higher education, healthcare, transportation, business, and government. Metro-North commuter trains run hourly to and from NYC Grand Central Station. The rapid transformation of the City's Riverfront and our historic Main Street offer unparalleled value and opportunity in housing and business.

Some of the top choices for visitors around the city include:

Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center
9 & 12 Vassar St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
+1 845-471-1221
The center seeks to meet the artistic and educational needs of the Hudson Valley by showcasing professional and community artists in theater, music and the visual arts. It offers gallery exhibits, educational programs, various performing art events, and tours of two Victorian Italianate-style houses built by nephews of Matthew Vassar. The arts center is located in two historically significant and beautiful Victorian buildings that form the jewel of the River District of Poughkeepsie and provide a variety of performance, exhibition and office spaces, and a unique forum for the fine and performing arts. 9 Vassar St. houses an art gallery and offices; 12 Vassar St. offers art galleries, the Vassar Brothers Institute Theatre, and a dance studio.

Chance Theatre
6 Channel St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
+1 845-471-1966
The City's premier live entertainment venue, featuring local and national performers.

Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
+1 845-471-0589
After a five year search for a permanent location, in March of 2002 MHCM relocated to the City of Poughkeepsie's historic waterfront, to better serve the Mid-Hudson region as an Educational Resource Center, Family Destination and Tourist Attraction. Our Mission is to enlighten minds through a fun and creative learning environment where hands-on experiences spark curiosity, discovery and the joy of exploration.