- TripBuzz found 144 things to do with kids in or near Beacon, New York, including 132 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Hyde Park and Peekskill.
- From Southern Dutchess Bowl to River Pool at Beacon, the Beacon area offers 102 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Hiking Trails, Bowling and Beaches.
- A part of the New York Metropolitan Statistical Area, Beacon has a population of under 16,000. Originally settled in 1709, the city's status as a factor town in the 1800s led it to be termed the 'The Hat Making Capital of the US.' Four movies have been shot in this town, including Super Troopers.
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The Long Ridge Library has been serving patrons since 1916. The library collections include both new works and historical local biographies, books and materials donated by prominent local authors and artists. Frequent events include children's storytime and holiday parties.
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The site where the original 17th century village of Kingston stood, the Kingston Uptown Historic District is still home to around a dozen original limestone houses from the period. Walking tours of the district are available.
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Located in a First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church, Old Dutch Church Heritage Museum is open to the public for self-guided and group tours. The church was built in the 17th century, featuring a cemetery with 18th century grave markers.
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A 2 story museum, the Senate House State Historic Site is the home of the states first Senate meeting. The museum offers guided tours, a collection of artwork and paintings, and artifacts pertaining to the formation of the government.
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Several historic manors are on the land of Ringwood State Park that are open for visitors, including Ringwood Manor and Skylands Manor. Popular activities in the park include hiking, fishing, hunting, picnicking, boating, canoeing, and swimming.
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Visitors to Mahwah Museum learn the history of Mahwah and the surrounding community. Artifacts, photographs and historical documents are on display. Open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from September through June.
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The Sloane-Stanley Museum & Kent Furnace is a historical museum that displays a large variety of early American tools. The museum is also home to the Kent Furnace, which is a historic furnace that began producing pig iron in 1826.
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There are 13 gardens which are brought to life at various points throughout the year at the Skylands New Jersey Botanical Gardens. In addition to the gardens themselves, guests are also able to visit the historic home of Skylands Manor or take a walking tour of the woodland areas.
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With its own private dock, Greenwood Lake Paddleboards provides direct access to the lake for people with paddleboards and kayaks. Each rental comes with guided training on how to use the equipment before going out on the lake.
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A Revolutionary War historical site, Patriots Park was the location where Patriot militiamen apprehended British Army Officer Major John Andre. The park features of a monument to the event as well as walking trails, picnic areas and basketball courts.