Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum

Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum Empowering children and their families
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MHDM is the ONLY children's museum in the Hudson Valley between the larger New York City and Albany areas and offers interactive exhibits and programs that promote school readiness, health & wellness, and community-building. MHDM also hosts its public farmers market - The Poughkeepsie Waterfront Market - on Monday afternoons from May through October. The Museum is located in the heart of the histo

ric waterfront in Poughkeepsie, just steps away from the Poughkeepsie Metro-North train station, the Walkway Over the Hudson's Elevator, fabulous restaurants, and a new city park. The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum is an independent 501(c)3 not-for-profit educational organization that is supported by admission and membership sales, program fees, donations, and grants. MHDM is a member of the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC), and the Museum Association of New York (MANY).

We’re excited to partner with The Art Effect on a new mural surrounding the Wonderdome as part of the museum’s upcoming ...
05/28/2026

We’re excited to partner with The Art Effect on a new mural surrounding the Wonderdome as part of the museum’s upcoming Hudson River exhibit!

Designed and painted by talented local youth artists, the mural is more than a work of art. It is an opportunity for young people to share their creativity, perspectives, and voices with the broader community. Through this collaboration, youth are helping shape a major new museum experience while exploring themes connected to the Hudson River, environmental discovery, and community identity.

We’re proud to work together on a project that celebrates youth empowerment through art, creativity, and hands-on collaboration. Be sure to stop by the museum to see the mural up close and experience this inspiring new addition for yourself!

We’re getting close to the end of Hudson Valley Gives.Today has been about something simple: making sure more kids get t...
05/20/2026

We’re getting close to the end of Hudson Valley Gives.

Today has been about something simple: making sure more kids get through the door.

Not just to visit, but to try things, figure things out, and leave a little more sure of themselves.

If you want to be part of that, you can still do it here:
https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/mid-hudson-discovery-museum

Hudson Valley Gives is still going strong.Today is about making sure more children and families can visit the Mid-Hudson...
05/20/2026

Hudson Valley Gives is still going strong.

Today is about making sure more children and families can visit the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum—many for the very first time.

A visit is just the start. Every gift helps spark a child’s curiosity and gives them the chance to follow it.

Thanks to The Poughkeepsie Grind, anyone who makes a gift between now and 5:00 PM will also receive 10% off a single coffee order.

There’s still time to be part of it.

Make your gift today:
https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/mid-hudson-discovery-museum

We’re halfway through the day, and still working to bring more kids and families through our doors.To keep the momentum ...
05/20/2026

We’re halfway through the day, and still working to bring more kids and families through our doors.

To keep the momentum brewing, The Poughkeepsie Grind is offering 10% off a single coffee order for anyone who makes a gift between now and 5:00 PM.

Every gift helps a child try something new, build confidence, and leave believing they can do more than they thought.

Make your gift here:
https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/mid-hudson-discovery-museum

Today is Hudson Valley Gives.From now until 12:00 PM, every gift to the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum will be matched doll...
05/20/2026

Today is Hudson Valley Gives.

From now until 12:00 PM, every gift to the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $1,000, thanks to British Swim School - Hudson Valley.

Today is all about Every Kid, Every Visit, helping more children and families visit the museum, especially those who might not otherwise be able to.

Last year, more than 5,000 kids came through our doors, many for the first time, because of this effort.

Make your gift now while it’s being matched:
https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/mid-hudson-discovery-museum

We’re open this Memorial Day - Monday, May 25, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm! See some of the world’s most amazing reefs or travel ...
05/19/2026

We’re open this Memorial Day - Monday, May 25, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm!

See some of the world’s most amazing reefs or travel from our Sun to the outer edges of the solar system!

For the full schedule of planetarium shows, visit: https://mhdm.org/series/planetarium-show-3/

Address

75 N Water Street
Poughkeepsie, NY
12601

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+18454710589

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