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   Poughkeepsie (/ p ə ˈ k ɪ p s i / pə-KIP-see), officially the City of Poughkeepsie, which is separate from the Town of Poughkeepsie around it, is a city in the U.S. state of New York. It is the county seat of Dutchess County , with a 2020 census population of 31,577. [6]

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   • Marist College. One of the most popular and best things to do in Poughkeepsie, NY is visiting Marist College. This vibrant campus is ridiculously gorgeous, thanks to its eye-catching buildings, large grassy areas, and prime location on the Hudson River.
   • Walkway Over the Hudson. Once a railway bridge that was built across the Hudson in 1889, the Walkway Over the Hudson has long since become the world’s longest pedestrian bridge at a cool, 1.28 miles long.
   • Vassar College. Believe it or not, Marist College isn’t the only college in town. In fact, Vassar College is also in the area and this gorgeous campus is also worth a visit.
   • Overlook Drive-In Theatre. Okay, I know this is slightly confusing. I mean, I’m telling you that one of the best things to do in Poughkeepsie NY is to go to the Overlook Drive-in Theatre, and then I’m showing you a picture of a sign for Hyde Park Drive-in instead.

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   Poughkeepsie, city, seat of Dutchess county, eastern New York, U.S. It lies on the east bank of the Hudson River (there bridged to Highland), 75 miles (121 km) north of New York City. It was settled by the Dutch in 1683; its name, of Wappinger Indian origin, means “reed-covered lodge by the little.

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5. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g48443The 10 Best Things to Do in Poughkeepsie - 2024 (with Photos)

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   • LynnKCB. Cambridge, MA5 contributions. A Truly Stellar Attraction. I did this walk on a warm fall day in November and then after Christmas on a cloudy overcast day and both experiences were great.
   • slkuelkd113. Austin, TX 110 contributions. How Samuel Morse spent his money. With proceeds from his very successful Morse code telegraph systems, Samuel Morse was able to indulge his true interest - painting.
   • MidwestKathM. Detroit, MI 931 contributions. A beautiful campus with interesting and beautiful architecture! We enjoy walking college campuses for the architecture and public art.
   • Kate R. Brooklyn, NY 135 contributions. Love every moment of this visit! Right by the main entrance of Vassar you'll see the very interesting gallery. It is small, easy to digest but extremely impressive.

6. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › PoughkeepsiePoughkeepsie – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   Poughkeepsie is the name of both a town and a city in Dutchess County in New York's Hudson Valley. The City of Poughkeepsie is along the Hudson River on its eastern shore, where the river marks the boundary of the city and of the county ( Ulster County is on the other side).

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   Poughkeepsie, officially the City of Poughkeepsie, which is separate from the Town of Poughkeepsie around it, is a city in the U.S. state of New York. It is the county seat of Dutchess County, with a 2020 census population of 31,577.

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   Things to Do. Restaurants. Flights. Holiday Rentals. Cruises. Car Hire. Forums. United States. New York (NY) Poughkeepsie. Plan Your Poughkeepsie Holiday: Best of Poughkeepsie. By cveaswaran. 3,648. Explore Poughkeepsie. A short ride away from New York City on the Metro North commuter rail, Poughkeepsie sits on the banks of the Hudson River.

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   Is Poughkeepsie a city?

   • Poughkeepsie is the name of both a town and a city in Dutchess County in New York's Hudson Valley. The City of Poughkeepsie is along the Hudson River on its eastern shore, where the river marks the boundary of the city and of the county ( Ulster County is on the other side).

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   Is Poughkeepsie New Jersey or New Jersey?

   • Poughkeepsie and Dutchess County are within the media market of the New York—New Jersey—Connecticut combined statistical area, though the city is headquarters for The Poughkeepsie Journal, the third-oldest active newspaper in the United States. Poughkeepsie Journal is owned by USA Today.

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   Why is Poughkeepsie called the Queen City of the Hudson?

   • Poughkeepsie has been called "The Queen City of the Hudson". It was settled in the 17th century by the Dutch and became New York State's second capital shortly after the American Revolution. It was chartered as a city in 1854.

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   When did Poughkeepsie become a state?

   • It was settled by the Dutch in 1683; its name, of Wappinger Indian origin, means “reed-covered lodge by the little water place.” Poughkeepsie served as the temporary state capital, and the U.S. Constitution was ratified there in 1788.

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