Everything Woodstock is known for
Woodstock, New York, a town in Ulster County within the Catskill Park, has a notable musical identity. While the famous 1969 music festival bearing its name took place nearly 60 miles away in Bethel, the town of Woodstock has long been a hub for artists and musicians, drawing them with its natural beauty and artistic spirit.
The town has been home to artists like Orleans, known for their rock music, and Mike and Ruthy, who perform folk. Woodstock is also mentioned in songs such as "Murder Most Foul" by Bob Dylan and "Ultraviolence" by Lana Del Rey.
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Woodstock.
51 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Imagine a place where artists and craftspeople flocked, seeking a refuge from the industrial world – that's Byrdcliffe Colony. Founded in 1902 near Woodstock, New York, Byrdcliffe was the brainchild of Jane Byrd McCall,…
Listen closely, because this spot holds a secret: it's home to one of the oldest continuous summer chamber music festivals in America. Built in 1916, Maverick Concert Hall was the heart of the Maverick Artist Colony, a…
Get ready to spot something truly unique: the Emile Brunel Sculpture Garden! This roadside attraction is a little slice of the American West, right here in the Catskills. Emile Brunel, a French immigrant, was captivated…
Ever heard a tune so hauntingly beautiful it makes you want to weep? There's a good chance it was inspired right here at the Ashokan Center. Since 1967, this 385-acre oasis has served as a place for outdoor education,…
Imagine Saugerties bustling with activity, a hub of commerce and community. That's exactly what the Main–Partition Streets Historic District represents: the very heart of the village's business life for over a century.…
Ever wonder where New York became New York? It happened right here. In 1777, during the Revolutionary War, Kingston was chosen as the meeting place for the very first New York State Constitutional Convention. They…
You're driving near a place that was once the capital of New York! During the Revolutionary War, Kingston was a strategic location. In 1777, the British forces, seeking to crush the rebellion, attacked and burned…
Built in 1727, this stone house has witnessed centuries of Saugerties history and now houses the local historical society. That's right, we're talking about the Kiersted House, one of Saugerties' many historic stone…
Imagine Kingston, New York, ablaze! This house, the Tobias Van Steenburgh House, standing right here on Wall Street, is one of the few that survived the inferno. In 1777, during the Revolutionary War, British forces…
Prepare to be transported back in time! Montgomery Place stands as a testament to the shifting tastes and fortunes of a prominent New York family. Built in the early 1800s, Montgomery Place was more than just a house;…
Pull over for a minute and imagine escaping the city for a mountain retreat – that's exactly what people did here, creating Twilight Park. It all started in 1887, when folks began building cottages in this area of…
Pull over here for a second; this spot was home to one of New York's most influential families. The Livingston family owned this estate, known as Clermont, for over two centuries. Robert Livingston, the first owner,…
This hall was a gift, a symbol of one man's generosity and a village's pride. John Watts De Peyster, a wealthy resident, footed the bill for this firehouse back in 1898 and gave it to the village of Tivoli. It's a brick…
This isn't just a bridge; it's a crucial link in early automotive history. Completed in 1921, the Kingston–Port Ewen Suspension Bridge connected Kingston and Port Ewen, becoming the final piece of New York's first…
Imagine being perched high above the Catskills, scanning the horizon for smoke – that was the job of the fire observers in this tower. The Hunter Mountain Fire Tower was built in 1917, the first of its kind in the…
Imagine a retreat for artists and thinkers carved into the Catskill Mountains. That's Onteora Park. In 1880, a planned community began to take shape here, envisioned as a place where people could escape city life and be…
This mid-18th century house has stood for centuries, witnessing the evolution of the region. It's known as the Stone Jug, and it's a reminder of the area's early settlers. Konradt Lasher, a Palatine German immigrant,…
Get ready to drive through history! This isn't just any scenic route; you're entering the Hudson River Historic District, the largest federally designated district on the mainland United States. Think of it as a living…
Pull over for a minute! You're looking at the oldest building in Red Hook, the Elmendorph Inn, right on the corner. Back in the mid-1700s, this was a bustling inn, offering weary travelers on the Albany Post Road a…
Pull over for a second – this unassuming house holds a secret from Rhinebeck's early days! It's the Neher–Elseffer House, built way back in 1746. It was constructed as a frame house, which was pretty rare for the area…
Pull over for a slice of Americana at the Village Diner – it's more than just a place to eat; it's a time capsule! This classic diner first opened its doors in 1951, though not at this exact spot. It hopped around a…
Imagine a village so well-preserved, it's like stepping back in time! Rhinebeck's Historic District boasts over 270 buildings showcasing two centuries of architectural styles. From the Colonial era through the late…
This grand building has helped countless children in need. It started as Holiday Farm in Rhinecliff in 1904. In 1914, Vincent Astor commissioned the renowned New York City architectural firm McKim, Mead & White to…
Ever wonder how America built its iconic structures? This is where a key ingredient was discovered. In 1825, during the construction of the Delaware and Hudson Canal, natural cement was discovered right here in…
Imagine sleeping in the same room as George Washington! That's possible, figuratively, at the Cornelius Wynkoop Stone House. Built between 1767 and 1772 for Cornelius Evert Wynkoop, this house is a unique blend of…
Ever wonder what life was like when Rhinebeck was just getting started? This simple stone house is a window into that past. Built in the 1730s by Johannes Benner, a German immigrant, it's the oldest house still standing…
Pull over for a moment and imagine the life of a Revolutionary War widow. That's what Grasmere is all about. Janet Livingston Montgomery, the widow of General Richard Montgomery, a hero of the American Revolution who…
Stand among the ghosts of Wyndcliffe, a mansion that whispers tales of high society and forgotten grandeur. Built in 1853 for Elizabeth Schermerhorn Jones, a New York City socialite, Wyndcliffe was designed as a summer…
Ever wonder where the Rockefeller dynasty got its start? It might surprise you that it has roots right here in Germantown. This house was once the home of Simeon Rockefeller, born in 1730. He was the son of Diell…
Step back in time, right here where the High Falls Historic District stands, and imagine a bustling canal town. This area was once a vital transportation hub, all thanks to the Delaware and Hudson Canal. Construction of…
Check it out! That's the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse, nicknamed the 'Maid of the Meadows.' For over a century, it's been a beacon guiding ships on the Hudson. The original lighthouse was built way back in 1838 after the…
Imagine a time when this land was still being shaped by the hands of early settlers. That's the story whispered by the stones of the Ephriam DuPuy Stone House. Built sometime in the mid-1700s, this house was home to…
Imagine travelers, weary from days on horseback, finding respite right here! The John Hendricks House, dating back to the late 1700s, was once a welcoming inn along the busy Albany Post Road. This stone house offered…
Imagine living in a fortified home, ready to defend against attack. That's the story of the Dirck Westbrook Stone House. Built in the early 1700s, this stone structure offered protection to its inhabitants. A century…
Ever wonder what fueled Catskill's growth? Look around – this area was once home to the Hop-o'-Nose Knitting Mill, built in 1881. It was constructed by Wolfe Bros., carpenters, and Mull & Fromer, Masons and Builders, at…
Ever wonder why some houses have eight sides? You're near one right now! The David Van Gelder Octagon House in Catskill is a rare example of a fad that briefly swept the nation in the mid-1800s. This brick house was…
Admire the intact Italianate architecture of this 1890 commercial building; it's a reminder of Catskill's bustling past. This building at 32 West Bridge Street was completed in 1890. It was built during a time when…
Imagine the clang of the alarm bell echoing through the streets! This building, the Wiley Hose Company, was the heart of fire protection in Catskill at the turn of the century. Built in 1900 by local builder George W.…
This unassuming stone house whispers tales of early settlers and a changing community. Built in 1762, the DuBois Stone House was home to Huybartus and Cornelius DuBois, sons of one of the first European settlers in this…
You're near a piece of maritime history that still takes to the water! The *Eleanor*, a racing yacht built in 1903, was designed by the renowned naval architect Clinton H. Crane.This beauty was crafted at the B. F. Wood…
This unassuming post office is more than just a place to mail a letter; it's a symbol of hope during one of America's toughest times. During the Great Depression, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt launched a series of…
This stone house whispers tales of early colonial life in the Hudson Valley. Built in the 1760s by a German immigrant named George Rymph, it stands as a testament to the area's rich history. The Rymph family called this…
Imagine attending school in this very building. District School No. 11 educated local children right here from 1833 all the way until 1948! Built in 1833, this simple building saw a lot of changes over the years. An…
Imagine standing where American art history was made! This is Cedar Grove, now the Thomas Cole National Historic Site, where Thomas Cole, the founder of the Hudson River School of painting, lived and worked. Cole moved…
This old farmhouse witnessed the birth of a nation. Salisbury Manor, sitting just ahead, is more than just a building; it's a tangible link to early colonial life in Greene County.Built around 1730 by Francis Salisbury…
Imagine walking the same halls as kids who grew up knowing the Roosevelts! This is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School, named for the president whose family estate is just a stone's throw away. Construction of the…
Imagine escaping the city to a rustic cabin in the woods, surrounded by nature and the quiet rustling of leaves. That's exactly what naturalist John Burroughs did when he built Slabsides. In 1895, Burroughs and his son…
Prepare to be wowed – the Mohonk Mountain House isn't just a pretty view; it's a legacy of nature and peace. In 1869, Albert Smiley, a Quaker schoolteacher, purchased a small inn and surrounding land here on the…
Get ready to step back into the Gilded Age, a time of incredible wealth and lavish living! This is Vanderbilt Mansion, once the country estate of Frederick and Louise Vanderbilt. The mansion, known as Hyde Park, was…
Prepare to be transported to a painter's paradise! Olana, the home of Hudson River School artist Frederic Church, is more than just a house; it's a living, breathing landscape painting. Frederic Church, along with his…
You're driving along a road that was once a vital artery, the Susquehannah Turnpike, connecting the Hudson River to the western frontier. Built in the early 1800s, this 25-mile stretch, part of a larger network known as…