Hudson River Maritime Museum

Hudson River Maritime Museum HRMM is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River

The Hudson River Maritime Museum preserves and interprets the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries, and related industries. For more information, please call 845.338.0071, e-mail [email protected], or visit our website at www.hrmm.org

Book your history treasure hunt on Solaris today! HRMM's Wrecks & Industry Tours run Wednesdays through Sundays at 4:00 ...
06/17/2025

Book your history treasure hunt on Solaris today! HRMM's Wrecks & Industry Tours run Wednesdays through Sundays at 4:00 PM. Enjoy a unique perspective of iconic landmarks, see remnants of a once thriving bluestone and cement industry and at low tide you can glimpse surfacing ribs of a sunken ship!
Book today!
https://www.hrmm.org/solaris-cruises.html

HRMM partner, Sea Scouts, is hosting two Open Houses on June 12th and June 26th from 7:00-8:00 PM! The program is open t...
06/17/2025

HRMM partner, Sea Scouts, is hosting two Open Houses on June 12th and June 26th from 7:00-8:00 PM! The program is open to all youth ages 14-20. For over 100 years Sea Scouting (an affiliate of the Boy Scouts of America) has promoted better citizenship and improved members’ boating skills through instruction and practice in water safety, boating skills, outdoor, social, service experiences, and knowledge of our maritime heritage. Sea Scout units– called ships- are established all across the country on oceans, bays, rivers, and lakes. They provide limitless opportunities and exciting challenges that you won’t find anywhere else. Sea Scouts is a place to grow and learn, and adventure, and build long lasting friendships.
Click here to learn more!
https://www.hrmm.org/sea-scouts.html
email: [email protected]

Join us for HRMM's Industrial History Driving Tour THIS Saturday, June 21st at 10:00 AM! The day includes an in-depth gu...
06/16/2025

Join us for HRMM's Industrial History Driving Tour THIS Saturday, June 21st at 10:00 AM! The day includes an in-depth guided tour of the Hudson River Maritime Museum, the Century House, and the D&H Canal Museum!

Throughout the day you'll learn about the Delaware & Hudson Canal and the industrial history of Kingston and the surrounding area from the comfort of your own car - all lead by our knowledgeable HRMM docents.

Don't miss this opportunity to get to know more about your region!

Head to our website to reserve your spot now! https://hrmm.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/hrmm/event.jsp?event=8552&

Announcing the July, August and September music cruises on SOLARIS!Get the best out of summer with a Hudson River cruise...
06/16/2025

Announcing the July, August and September music cruises on SOLARIS!
Get the best out of summer with a Hudson River cruise on our solar vessel, the Solaris!
Book today!
https://www.hrmm.org/solaris-cruises.html

Save the date(s)! Our Follow The River lecture series continues into summer. Head to our website for advanced registrati...
06/15/2025

Save the date(s)! Our Follow The River lecture series continues into summer. Head to our website for advanced registration and more info on each lecture topic and presenter.

Ahoy, Adventurers! Hudson River Maritime Museum has a one-of-a-kind adventure for young people this summer, the Voyager ...
06/14/2025

Ahoy, Adventurers! Hudson River Maritime Museum has a one-of-a-kind adventure for young people this summer, the Voyager Program. Perfect for ages 9-17, this hands-on, all-day summer camp blends sailing, boatbuilding, woodworking, and STEAM activities into one extraordinary experience.

WHO: 🧞‍♀️🧜‍♂️ Seafarers (9-12) and Navigators (13-17)
WHEN: ☀️ July 7 to August 15 (each program runs Mon-Fri)
WHAT: 🚣🏽‍♂️🛠⛵️ Six weeks (Mon-Fri) of action-packed learning from professional educators, woodworkers, and US Sailing and SafeSport Certified Instructors. Whether exploring the Hudson’s rich maritime history, crafting boats, or enjoying three hours of daily sailing.
WHY: 🚀For fun, to build confidence, to creatively express yourself, and to make lasting friendships!

Register Now https://www.hrmm.org/youth-programs.html

Join us for HRMM's Industrial History Driving Tour NEXT Saturday, June 21st at 10:00 AM! The day includes in-depth guide...
06/13/2025

Join us for HRMM's Industrial History Driving Tour NEXT Saturday, June 21st at 10:00 AM! The day includes in-depth guided tours of the Hudson River Maritime Museum, the Century House, and the D&H Canal Museum!
Throughout the day you'll learn about the Delaware & Hudson Canal and the industrial history of Kingston and the surrounding area from the comfort of your own car - all lead by our knowledgeable HRMM docents.
Don't miss this opportunity to get to know more about your region!

Head to our website to reserve your spot today!
https://hrmm.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/hrmm/event.jsp?event=8552&

The Ice HousesOne of the major industries along the upper Hudson River, prior to World War I, was the natural ice busine...
06/13/2025

The Ice Houses

One of the major industries along the upper Hudson River, prior to World War I, was the natural ice business. The ice, once it had reached a desired thickness of at least 12 inches, was cut, or harvested, and stored in huge double-walled wooden structures known as ice houses.

The invention and marketing of the home electric refrigerator quickly brought the industry to an end after World War I. Prior to this, almost every household would have had an ice box and used natural ice. Most of the ice for New York City came from the upper Hudson and was delivered to the market by special barges in long river tows.

Read more here: https://www.hrmm.org/history-blog/the-ice-houses

Image: American Ice Company Ice House on Hudson River. Tracey I. Brooks collection, Hudson River Maritime Museum

Join us tonight from 7:00-8:00 PM for the Sea Scouts Open House here at the Hudson River Maritime Museum! (There is also...
06/12/2025

Join us tonight from 7:00-8:00 PM for the Sea Scouts Open House here at the Hudson River Maritime Museum! (There is also a second Open House on June 26th!)
The program is open to all youth ages 14-20.
The Open House Skipper, William “Bill” Eggers and the Sea Scout Ship 609 to learn about all the exciting adventures to be had on the Hudson River as a young mariner!
For over 100 years Sea Scouting (an affiliate of the Boy Scouts of America) has promoted better citizenship and improved members’ boating skills through instruction and practice in water safety, boating skills, outdoor, social, service experiences, and knowledge of our maritime heritage.
Sea Scouts is a place to Grow, Learn, Adventure, and build lifetime friendships.
Click here to learn more about this unique and special opportunity! https://www.hrmm.org/sea-scouts.html
email: [email protected]

Did you know the Hudson Valley has been inhabited for over twelve thousand years by Native Peoples? Join us this summer ...
06/11/2025

Did you know the Hudson Valley has been inhabited for over twelve thousand years by Native Peoples? Join us this summer on the Mahicannituck (Hudson River) aboard our solar-powered boat Solaris for a fascinating conversation with scholar Harv Hilowitz. Passengers will learn about the Indigenous Lenape people, their ancestors and history, and how they interacted with the landscape and with other tribes, as well as the journey of the Lenape diaspora.

This tour runs once a month during the summer. The next date is Sunday May 25th. Follow the link in our bio to explore dates and sign up.

https://www.hrmm.org/solaris-cruises.html

Address

50 Rondout Lndg
Kingston, NY
12401

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+18453380071

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