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Have a Movie Night on Bannerman Island

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on August 27, 2018 - 10:44am

Have you ever been to Bannerman Castle? This fanciful structure sits on Pollepel Island, a small piece of land on the Hudson River which is often referred to by the castle's name. If you enjoy a bit of adventure, then take an evening to explore the island and see a classic film by signing up for Movie Night on Bannerman Island! Any evening featuring a cruise to an island castle is bound to be one you'll never forget!

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The Beacon Barks Street Festival is April 28!

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on April 19, 2018 - 10:39am

We all love our four-legged friends, so why not have a day in their honor? "Beacon Barks" will be doing just that when they hold their 11th annual street festival celebrating all of the area's beloved pets! Come down to Main Street in the heart of Beacon on Saturday, April 28 to have fun and help support area shelters.

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Two New Boutique Hotels in Beacon New York

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on May 11, 2017 - 4:19pm

Want to enjoy your visit to Beacon, New York, even more?  Stay in one of its two new gorgeous and elegant hotels!

The first new hotel is the 12-room Inn & Spa at Beacon, located on Main Street's western end. The lobby also serves as an art gallery for the works of Anamario Hernandez, a celebrated Mexican painter best known for her still-life works. Hernandez will be on hand for the gallery's official christening on Saturday, May 13.  Guests can also enjoy the spa services, including massages, facials, and scalp treatments, and fine dining.

Also located on Main Street is the new 12-room Beacon Hotel and Restaurant.The building dates back to 1875 and has been newly remodeled into a gorgeous industrial space. The on-site restaurant and bar opened earlier this year and currently serves brunch on Saturday and Sunday and dinner 5 days a week.  

Don't miss the opportunity to stay, eat, and play at one of Beacon's great hotels, restaurants, museums, and all the outdoor fun.

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Our 5 Favorite Things About Beacon New York

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on October 3, 2016 - 11:38am

Beacon, New York, is known for it's history, Dia Beacon Museum, eclectic shopping and dining experiences, and beautiful surroundings.  Many a weekend trip centers around Beacon and the Hudson Valley.

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Dia Beacon: One of the Hudson Valley's Best Treasures

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on September 8, 2016 - 3:36pm

Great short story about how Dia Beacon came to be as well as a walk-through of some of the impressive displays and architecture.

A Family Outing To Beacon New York

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on July 22, 2016 - 3:09pm

Filmmaker Josh Aronson captures the fun of a family visit to Beacon, New York, a city that has benefited greatly from Scenic Hudson's work to create new parks and revitalize urban centers.