POUGHKEEPSIE
Poughkeepsie is a beautiful, historic small city nestled in the Hudson Valley in Dutchess County. It is easily accessible by car, train, bus, and air. The area encompasses several colleges, cultural centers, and historic homes.
Hotels within walking distance of Congregation Schomre Israel:
Days Inn, 538 Haight Ave. (less then 1 mile)
Holiday Inn Express, 845-473-1151 (2.2 miles)
Alumnae House, 161 College Ave., 845-437-7100(less then 1 mile)
Transportation:
Train - Amtrak from Penn Station - Metro-North from Grand Central Terminal
Bus - Adirondack Trailways, 270 Main St. - 800-858-8555
Airport – Stewart(Newburgh) International Airport
Colleges nearby:
Vassar
Marist
Bard in Annandale-on-Hudson
SUNY New Paltz
Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park
Some Sites of Interest nearby:
FDR home and library
Val-Kill (Eleanor Roosevelt's home)
Vanderbilt home
Locust Grove/SFB Morse Historic Site
Boscobel
Walkway over the Hudson - Poughkeepsie/Highland Railroad Bridge
Art Centers:
Barnett Art Center
Francis Loeb Gallery at Vassar College
Dia Art Foundation
Cultural Activities:
Music Festivals
Shakespeare Festival at Boscobel
Balloon Festival
BardavonTheater
Colleges sponsor varied programs
Outdoor Activities:
Cross country skiing, hiking, bike trails