- 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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Offering sunset and winetasting cruises, the Trinity Cruise Company offers a romantic getaway on the water. The company invites guest aboard their 'Evening Star' and offers drinks, light fare and scenic views.
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People, events and objects of historical times in Peekskill and Cortlandt are highlighted at Peekskill Museum. Seven display rooms are offered with exhibits like historic maps, children's toys and cookware from past decades.
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The Peekskill Museum is a small historical museum housed within the former Herrick family home of 1878. The museum features several exhibits containing various historical memorabilia, and offers occasional educational programs.
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The McCann Arena is home to the Marist basketball and volleyball teams and can seat 3,200 fans and visitors. The facility includes player locker rooms and lounges, a concession area, editing rooms, and coach offices.
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With scenic views of the Hudson River, Riverfront Green Park offers guests opportunities for recreation and relaxation. The park has statuary, free concerts, a playground, public boat launch and connections to a multiuse trail system.
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Harlan Jacobson's Talk Cinema offers guided tours of a wide array of film festivals all around the world, as well as film previews, reviews, and conversation about compelling and intelligent films.
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Named for benefactor Chauncey Depew, Depew Park & Pool is situated on 175 acres of mostly wooded terrain. The park provides athletic fields and courts, a swimming pool, nature trails, a fishing lake, picnic facilities and a children's playground.
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At Charles Point Pier Park, visitors can catch crabs from a wooden pier that extends out into the water. The park has walking paths for joggers and bikers, as well as a bronze sculpture for visitors to view.
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An eight-screen movie theater, Carmel Cinema 8 displays first-run feature films using all digital projection. The theater provides a concession area with food and drinks along with stadium seating and private event facilities.
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Situated on nearly 23,000 acres, the Town of Kent was originally known as Fredericks until it was renamed for the Kent family in 1817. It is a rural region featuring forested areas, rocky mountains, lakes and ponds.