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Thomas Cole, Catskill Mountain LandscapeThe Exhibition Features an Iconic Cole Painting Recently Gifted by Richard Sharp

Catskill, NY (April 7, 2026) – The Thomas Cole National Historic Site announced today the exhibition Thomas Cole: An American Visionary – a dynamic installation of landscape paintings, painting objects, and easels of Thomas Cole (1801-1848) that explores his evolution into an artist of international renown. Cole’s paintings conveyed a visual identity for a young nation and continue to inspire artists to this day.

Artpark logoLewiston, NY –  Artpark announces an evening of iconic 80’s hits with Howard Jones: Things Can Only Get Better Tour, featuring full performances by Howard Jones, Wang Chung, The English Beat & Modern English, and hosted by Richard Blade, will take place at the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston, NY, on August 12 at 6:00PM.

OlanaHudson, NY - The Olana Partnership will be holding a virtual Volunteer Information Session on Thursday, April 30 from 5:30 – 6:30pm for anyone who is interested in learning about 2026 volunteer opportunities at Olana State Historic Site. If you love nature, art, history, and Frederic Church’s Olana, volunteering is the perfect way to give back to our community, spend time on-site and get involved.

Orange County MastodonA Talk by Mary Ellen Matise

Newburgh, NY (March 25, 2026) - In 1799 unusually large bones and teeth of an animal resembling an elephant were discovered at a Montgomery, NY farm. Mary Ellen Matise, the Montgomery Town Historian, will tell the story of this discovery of mastodon bones and the efforts to dig them from the ground.  The talk, “The Orange County Mastodon” will be at Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site on Saturday, March 28 at 1pm.

Turnpike TroubadoursLewiston, NY –  Artpark announces that Turnpike Troubadours will be coming to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston NY, on Friday, August 14 at 7:00PM with special guests Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers. Tickets for this performance, presented by Live Nation, go on sale Friday, March 27 at 10am. Ticket prices include facility fee and additional fees apply for online orders.

Artpark logoLewiston, NY –  Artpark announces that Cole Swindell will be coming to the Artpark Outdoor Amphitheater in Lewiston NY, on July 30 at 7:00PM. Special guest TBA. This performance is presented by Artpark. ​Tickets go on sale Friday, March 13 at 10AM.

Catherine CostelloNewburgh, NY (March 3, 2026)  -  In honor of Women’s History Month, Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site will hold its annual program, The General’s Lady, on Sunday, March 22nd at 2:00 PM. Inspired by Martha Washington, this event pays tribute to both the impact of noteworthy historical women and to contemporary women making a difference in the field of history and preservation in the Hudson Valley.

Artpark logoLewiston, NY –  Artpark announces that Charley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour is coming to Artpark’s Mainstage Theater in Lewiston NY, on September 29 at 7:30PM with special guests Durand Jones & The Indications.

Artpark logoLewiston, NY –  Artpark announces The Rock Orchestra at Artpark’s Mainstage Theater in Lewiston NY, on August 26, 2026 at 8:00PM. Igniting the flames of legendary Rock & Metal songs with the help of pyro displays and fire performers, The Rock Orchestra presents its epic new spectacle: “Arena of Fire.” Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute concert, as 14 classical musicians breathe beautifully dark energy into iconic songs.

Artpark logoLewiston, NY –  Artpark announces Sarah McLachlan - Better Broken Tour at Artpark’s Mainstage Theater in Lewiston NY, on July 14, 2026 at 7:00PM with special guest Allison Russell.

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