Michael & Margaret

April 26, 2025 • Poughkeepsie, NY

Michael & Margaret

April 26, 2025 • Poughkeepsie, NY

Things to Do in Poughkeepsie

Since many of our guests are travelling, and there will be a gap between our ceremony and reception, here are some things to do in Poughkeepsie!

Empire State Trail Sections

Walkway Over The Hudson

A mile and a quarter walk on a bridge over the Hudson River. Gorgeous views of the river and the Hudson area.
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Hudson Valley Rail Trail

9 miles of trail on the west side of the Hudson, connecting the Walkway Over the Hudson to the Village of New Paltz.

Duchess Rail Trail Park

13 total miles of trail running from Hopewell Junction in the south up to Poughkeepsie and the Walkway over the Hudson at the northern end

Historic Sites

Vanderbilt Mansion

Eleanor Roosevelt Historical Site

Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum

Locust Grove Estate

Once the home of Samuel Morse

Springside National Historical Site

Parks And Trails

James Baird State Park

A favorite of Margaret and Mikes, as it's where Margaret said yes!

Poets Walk Park

Franny Reese State Park

Arts And Entertainment

Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vasser College

Cuneen-Hacket Arts Center

Kid Friendly

Bounce! Trampoline Sports

Sprout Creek Farm

Mid Hudson Discovery Museum

Cute little museum designed for young children