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Preserving Dutchess County’s Heritage for Generations to Come
At the Dutchess County Historical Society, we bring our community together through the stories, artifacts, and traditions that shape who we are. By preserving our shared history and making it accessible to all, we inspire pride, connection, and a deeper understanding of the past, present, and future of Dutchess County.
“The things that we can see and touch awaken the imagination. Local history touches off these things that have happened on the spot; and the facts of local history become parts of a person’s own life to an extent which is rare with scenes and incidents one has taken solely out of books and secondhand accounts.”
Historian and philosopher, Louis Mumford, speaking to the DCHS membership at the Amenia estate of Joel and Amy Spingarn in September of 1926.
2025 Historic Preservation & Awards Celebration
June 1, 2025 – tickets now available
Our New Location & Mailing Address: 6282 Route 9, Rhinebeck NY 12572
Need assistance with your historical research? Email us in advance to schedule an appointment. Resources can be check in advance of your appointment. Our facility has someone on-site Wednesday through Saturday 10AM to 3PM. Email us with any questions! ~ Bill Jeffway, Executive Director
