MOUNT GULIAN HISTORIC SITE

BEACON, NY

Mount Gulian Historic Site is a museum and historic house located in Beacon, New York. It is situated on a hill overlooking the Hudson River and was originally a colonial Dutch estate. The site includes a restored 18th-century Dutch barn, a restored garden, and a historic house museum that has been preserved to reflect the lives of the original inhabitants.

The house was built in the mid-18th century and was originally owned by the Verplanck family. During the Revolutionary War, the house was used as a headquarters by both the British and American armies. In the 19th century, the house was purchased by the Livingstons, who made significant additions and renovations to the property.

Today, visitors to Mount Gulian can take a guided tour of the house and learn about the property's rich history. The house is filled with period furnishings, artwork, and artifacts that tell the story of the families who lived there. Visitors can also explore the restored garden and Dutch barn, which features exhibits about the region's agricultural history.

Mount Gulian Historic Site is open to the public from May through October and hosts a variety of events and educational programs throughout the year. It is a popular destination for history buffs, school groups, and anyone interested in learning about the Hudson Valley's rich cultural heritage.

MOUNT GULIAN HISTORIC SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BEACON NY. US MID #8403600172

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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MOUNT GULIAN HISTORIC SITE
145 STERLING STREET
BEACON
NY
12508

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