Community Calendar

Archtober Newburgh is an annual, month long, all-free celebration of one of the Hudson Valley's most remarkable built environments, and the people keeping it alive.

As the second-largest historic district in New York State, the birthplace of the historic preservation movement, and the home of the first publicly owned historic site in the United States, George Washington's Headquarters, Newburgh is the ideal place to celebrate architectural heritage, connect people to resources, champion local initiatives, and imagine what's next for the city. Each October, Archtober Newburgh does exactly that with 50+ free events, including walks, talks, tours, workshops, and gatherings for both locals and visitors.

Get ready for a day of magic, music, food, and fun at In Flight, Inc.’s 5th Annual Cornhole For A Cause & Community Festival!

Join us Saturday, October 17th, from 12–7 PM at Dutchman’s Landing Park in Catskill for a FREE, wizard-themed community festival featuring:

Pay-to-play cornhole tournament
Live music from Big Empty
Walkabout magician Sean Doolan
Food trucks and local vendors
Face painting
Chainsaw carving demonstrations by the Catskill Carver
Photobooth
Raffles, silent auction, and 50/50 drawing
And more!

And don’t miss the grand finale: a spectacular, sensory-friendly Drone Show featuring magical characters lighting up the sky above the Hudson River.

Admission is FREE. Cornhole tournament registration is $50 per team. Proceeds support In Flight, Inc.’s programs that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 12–7 PM
Dutchman’s Landing Park, Catskill, NY

These tours do not take place at the Museum. Tour groups will meet on Main Street. Transportation to Main Street from the Museum is not provided.

Take a guided walking tour of downtown Stockbridge and discover how the town and its inhabitants both inspired Norman Rockwell and appeared in some of his most iconic works of art. Explore the history of this 1734 village–including its Mohican origins.

Stops will include Norman Rockwell’s home on South Street, his first studio on Main Street, the Old Corner House (site of the original Norman Rockwell Museum), Chief John Konkapot’s property, the Red Lion Inn, the former site of Alice’s Restaurant, and more!

Limited capacity- advance reservations required. Event is rain or shine.

Meet in front of The Old Corner House, 48 Main Street; public on street parking. Tours start promptly at the designated time, please allow ample time for parking. Tour route is mostly flat, and on sidewalks.

Group size maximum of 24

Navratri 2026 — Live Garba Night. Four nights of high-energy Gujarati folk dancing with a live band, presented by Gujarati Samaj Of Capital District. No experience needed — if you can clap and walk, you can garba! A fun cultural night out: date night, family night, or a night with friends. A variety of Indian food will be available. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navratri-2026-live-garba-night-tickets-2001904889414

Opened in 1932 as New York's State Training School for Boys and later operated as the Mid-Orange Correctional Facility, this sprawling complex in Warwick has stood empty for years. Its dormitories, cell blocks and corridors are reported to hold the spirits of young inmates and forgotten prisoners. Join Haunted Rooms America for a six-hour after-hours paranormal investigation of the facility, with professional ghost hunting equipment provided and the team guiding small groups throughout the night. Ages 18 and over, or 16-17 with a responsible adult. Tickets are limited.

In 2025 Berkshire Community Land Trust closed on River Run Farm, and this spring the farm became the official home of leaseholder/farm owners Off the Shelf Farm. Check out the chickens, explore Jane's Way, and walk a loop that will explore grazing areas. We'll enjoy farm-fresh egg and sausage sandwiches from Alex Chisolm and Off the Shelf Farm, plus pastries by Hanna Jensen of Reaping Beauty, with a beverage menu including mimosas and non-alcoholic options. Live music will be provided by Maggie McRae and Aldo Lavaggi.

A short program will include remarks from Schumacher Center for New Economic Executive Director Susan Witt. Anna Houston (Off the Shelf Farm), Will Conklin (Greenagers, SkyView Farm), and MA State Senator Paul Mark will also speak. The program will sketch the history of the project, current status, and the future of the Farmsteads for Farmers initiave.

This is a ticketed event, but is free for farmers. Registration required.

The event will take place outside, dress for outdoors with footwear appropriate for the fields. The event will take place rain or shine.

Archtober Newburgh is an annual, month long, all-free celebration of one of the Hudson Valley's most remarkable built environments, and the people keeping it alive.

As the second-largest historic district in New York State, the birthplace of the historic preservation movement, and the home of the first publicly owned historic site in the United States, George Washington's Headquarters, Newburgh is the ideal place to celebrate architectural heritage, connect people to resources, champion local initiatives, and imagine what's next for the city. Each October, Archtober Newburgh does exactly that with 50+ free events, including walks, talks, tours, workshops, and gatherings for both locals and visitors.

Join Membership and Outreach Coordinator Kate Martin and Wildlife Rehabilitator Kelly Martin for a fun family event dedicated to what some might call our spookiest wildlife! The event will include stories, crafts, treats, and even a chance to meet a couple of misunderstood critters yourself!

Suggested donation of $5; Members and children under 12 are free. Registration is required; event capped at 20 people.

Archtober Newburgh is an annual, month long, all-free celebration of one of the Hudson Valley's most remarkable built environments, and the people keeping it alive.

As the second-largest historic district in New York State, the birthplace of the historic preservation movement, and the home of the first publicly owned historic site in the United States, George Washington's Headquarters, Newburgh is the ideal place to celebrate architectural heritage, connect people to resources, champion local initiatives, and imagine what's next for the city. Each October, Archtober Newburgh does exactly that with 50+ free events, including walks, talks, tours, workshops, and gatherings for both locals and visitors.

Bring the youngest children in your life and enjoy a walk in the woods with Membership and Outreach Coordinator Kate Martin. Children, up to age 3, and caretakers will enjoy a relaxing walk while learning about nature and the Preserve. Meet other caregivers and children while seeing the beauty of the woods as the seasons change. Infants are welcome, but please note that our trails are not suitable for strollers. This event may be canceled due to weather; please dress appropriately for outdoor walking.