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Exhibits on the maritime history of the Hudson River, Erie Canal and the regional industries—such as agriculture, brick, and, before the advent of refrigeration, ice—that depended on the river for transportation. Also has collections of paintings and boats, documentation about the history and geography of the region, the Native American tribes and Euro-American people who have lived in the Hudson Valley, and information about international maritime travel and trade. Allow at least 45 minutes to look at artifacts and read and view videos of some of the documentation, more if you are a shipping enthusiast. Interesting and well worth visiting.
The Hudson River Maritime Museum is a maritime museum dedicated to the Hudson River.
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90-minute Hudson River cruises are given aboard the Rip Van Winkle II. Tickets are usually non-refundable, but if they decide to sail during a thunderstorm or other severe weather, they are likely to make an exception and allow you a choice of a refund or exchange if you prefer. There is good narration about the lighthouses, mansions and other boats you'll see and the history of navigation and life on the river, and there are seats in shade on the upper deck, so along with the breezes you're likely to get on the river, it's a pleasant thing to do on a clear, hot day.
Memorial Day Weekend–Columbus Day, Sa, Su & holidays, noon–5PM. Trolley rides Sa & Su, May-October, from the museum to Kingston Point Park.