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Historic Huguenot Street A National Historic Landmark District helping visitors understand the historical forces that have shaped America.
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THIS Saturday, October 31st at 11 am join us for "Or Give Me Death: An (Educational) Tour of the Historic Burying Ground...
10/29/2026

THIS Saturday, October 31st at 11 am join us for "Or Give Me Death: An (Educational) Tour of the Historic Burying Ground," led by HHS's Tours & Interpretation Coordinator, Zack Veith!

Enjoy a special Halloween run and the final opportunity to experience a Revolutionary War-themed guided tour of our historic "Old Huguenot Burying Ground."

Visiting various gravestones associated with soldiers, a suspected Loyalist, and witnesses to history, "Or Give Me Death" will explore the diverse stories of the revolution through the final resting places of its participants. Drawing from archival records, staff will share stories from colonial funeral practices to local raids, while showcasing to guests the evolution of gravestones in New York and what they can tell us about the traditions of the European settlers along Huguenot Street. Appropriate for all ages.

Please note due to the nature of this location—a historic burying ground, with uneven, unpaved ground and close clusters of gravestones—this tour may not be accessible for everyone. Historic Huguenot Street aims to make its programs accessible to everyone, wherever possible, with understandable limitations given the historic nature of our grounds. For more information about the accessibility of this tour, please contact our Tours & Interpretation Coordinator at (845) 255-1660 x114. It is helpful to inform us in advance of your visit of any physical limitations that you or another member of your party may have so that we can ensure we are providing you with the best possible experience.

$25 General Admission

$20 Discounted Admission (for HHS members, seniors, students, active military personnel and their families, veterans, and kids 13-17)

$15 Kids’ Admission (for kids 7-12)

Free Admission (for children 6 and under)

Register at the link in our bio!

It's that time of year again! The leaves have turned and many have fallen. Here at HHS, starting in November, we will be...
10/28/2026

It's that time of year again! The leaves have turned and many have fallen. Here at HHS, starting in November, we will be moving to a weekends only schedule for our guided tours, and for the DuBois Fort Visitor Center and Gift Shop!

For more information on hours and tours visit the link in our bio!

For this we are thrilled to announce that thanks to our friends at Pestmaster Services of the Hudson Valley we will b...
10/28/2026

For this we are thrilled to announce that thanks to our friends at Pestmaster Services of the Hudson Valley we will be offering Teal Pumpkin Treats at every one of our "Trick-or-Treat on Huguenot Street" stops! The Teal Pumpkin Project’s goal is to make Halloween fun for everyone by offering non-food treats to trick-or-treaters! 1 in 13 children have a food allergy, which can cause life-threatening allergic reactions. Food allergies are a disease, not a diet and they shouldn’t stop kids from enjoying Halloween! Since 2023, HHS has had one Teal Pumpkin station at the DuBois Fort, and it’s been a goal of ours to expand that to every station. Thanks to the generous support of Pest Master, it is finally happening! We can’t wait to see you this Saturday!

10/28/2026

Please note: There will be no regular guided tours running today, Wednesday, October 28th, there will be no 10:30AM or 12:00PM tours running tomorrow, Thursday, October 29th or Friday, October 30th, and there will be no 2:30PM or 3:00PM tours running on Saturday, October 31st due to groups and events on site. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Two hundred and fifty years ago, Roelof Josiah Eltinge’s life took a significant turn. Before that fateful October, Roel...
10/27/2026

Two hundred and fifty years ago, Roelof Josiah Eltinge’s life took a significant turn. Before that fateful October, Roelof and his younger brother Solomon signed the Articles of Association in 1775. This document was essentially a promise to the Continental Congress that the signers would follow the word and will of the Continental Congress. All heads of households were required to sign the Articles or be considered enemies of the “American cause.” The Continental Congress issued and enforced the acceptance of a new paper currency to fund the Revolution, going as far as passing resolutions to ensure the usage of this new currency or face imprisonment or exile. Roelof J. Eltinge signed his loyalty to the Americans, but as a store owner he was less than thrilled about this new issue of money not backed by gold/silver reserves.

When Esther Hasbrouck Wirtz attempted to buy goods using the newly issued paper money, Roelof refused it and offered her credit instead. Roelof’s refusal became known, and he was called to appear before the Committee of Safety. An entry from Roelof’s diary reads, “1776 October 26th I was brought before the Committee at Ann DuBois.” The sentencing took place at Ann’s home and tavern, which served as a makeshift meeting place for matters concerning the Committee of Safety. Roelof’s sentence is unclear, but thanks to his diary, we know he was imprisoned in Fishkill, New York, until December 8. He then was moved to several different imprisonment locations, lost his youngest and eldest daughters Jannetje and Rebecca, reunited with his brother while imprisoned, and wrote several letters to New Paltz. He was allowed to continue his parole at his home in New Paltz. One month after he refused to take the oath of allegiance, however, he was officially banished to British-controlled New York City.

Roelof J. Eltinge's story is continued in depth in HHS's online exhibit, Provincial Exile: Roelof J. Eltinge and Solomon Eltinge’s Banishment. Visit the link in our bio.

All document and information credit to HHS Archives.

Get all of your little ghouls, goblins, and ghosts ready! Only ONE week left until it's time for "Trick-or-Treat on Hugu...
10/24/2026

Get all of your little ghouls, goblins, and ghosts ready! Only ONE week left until it's time for "Trick-or-Treat on Huguenot Street!"

NEXT Saturday, October 31st, from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM, children and families are welcome to gather on Huguenot Street and seek goodies from the residents of the historic homes, both past and present.

We are excited to be partnering with Marks Hotdogs for the fourth year in a row, as well as welcoming From The Ground Up Food Truck back to the event.

From the Ground Up Food Truck will be on site from 3:30 pm through 5:30 pm. Marks Hot Dogs will be on site from 3:30 pm through 7:30 pm (the conclusion of the Halloween Parade After Party)

This event is free and open to the public.

Let us know you’re coming! Please RSVP at the link in our bio so that we don’t run out of treats!

Historic Huguenot Street’s programs are supported by the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Join HHS for the final runs of these special topic tours in 2026!! First, join us for the last two runs of our Revolutio...
10/23/2026

Join HHS for the final runs of these special topic tours in 2026!!

First, join us for the last two runs of our Revolutionary War-themed guided tour of the historic HHS "Old Huguenot Burying Ground!"

"Or Give Me Death: An (Educational) Tour of the Historic Burying Ground" on Saturday, October 24th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM (EDT) AND
a Special Halloween Run, led by HHS's Tours & Interpretation Manager, Zack Veith!
Saturday, October 31st from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (EDT).

Visiting various gravestones associated with soldiers, a suspected Loyalist, and witnesses to history, "Or Give Me Death" will explore the diverse stories of the revolution through the final resting places of its participants. Drawing from archival records, staff will share stories from colonial funeral practices to local raids, while showcasing to guests the evolution of gravestones in New York and what they can tell us about the traditions of the European settlers along Huguenot Street. Appropriate for all ages.

For info on tour accessibility visit the program link in our bio!

$25 General Admission, $20 Discounted Admission, $15 Kids’ Admission (for kids 7-12) and Free Admission (for children 6 and under).

Then, enjoy the final 2026 run of:

"The Pursuit of Happiness: The Revolution Along Huguenot Street," a guided tour featuring the Daniel Hasbrouck House, Sunday, October 25th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM (EDT).

People of all backgrounds in Ulster County—Europeans, Africans, and the indigenous Esopus—participated in the American Revolution as patriots and loyalists. Explore the historic Daniel Hasbrouck House, built in 1721, while learning how the war shaped Black patriots, Dutch loyalists, and other local revolutionaries.

For more information on this tour, visit the link in our bio!

$17.76 General Admission, $13 Discounted Admission for HHS members, seniors, students, and children under 13 and Free for veterans, active military personnel and their families, and children under 7.

Visit the links in our bio to register!

We are just one week away from Trick-or-Treat on Huguenot Street! Josiah reports 6,736 pieces of candy donated to this y...
10/22/2026

We are just one week away from Trick-or-Treat on Huguenot Street! Josiah reports 6,736 pieces of candy donated to this year’s Candy Drive! That is amazing! Josiah Jr. is back in the field at, yet another Trick-or-Treat stop, the Jacob Hasbrouck House! Josiah want’s to make sure you know there is still time to donated to the Candy Drive, donations can be dropped between 10AM and 4PM, Wednesday through Sunday at the DuBois Fort Visitors Center! Keep an eye on our feed to see where Josiah Jr. takes us next!

Please Note: For security and safety, we can only accept factory sealed bags of individually wrapped candies. We CANNOT accept loose candy or large bags of unwrapped candy. We will also accept non-edible treats (like small toys and small crafts) for our Teal Pumpkin station for children with allergies.

Thank you for your Support!

For this , we’re hitting the road! Last night, our Tours & Interpretation Manager, Zachary Veith, delivered his “Six Fe...
10/21/2026

For this , we’re hitting the road!

Last night, our Tours & Interpretation Manager, Zachary Veith, delivered his “Six Feet Under Huguenot Street” program to the Hyde Park Historical Society 1821. Just in time for the spooky season, the audience learned about the Old Huguenot Burying Ground at HHS and the funeral practices of the early European colonists through the historic gravestones of several residents.

HHS offers a range of speaking engagements—from general histories of Huguenot Street to new research on Black Loyalists during the American Revolution— that can be delivered for your group, organization, or event! More information at the link in our bio!

10/21/2026

Please Note: There will be NO 10:30 AM or 12 PM tours today, Wednesday, October 21st or tomorrow, Thursday, October, 22nd. There will be NO TOURS on Friday, October, 23rd due to groups being on site. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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81 Huguenot Street
New Paltz, NY
12561

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Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4am
Friday 10am - 4am
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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