Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

WANTED: A WORTHY CANDIDATE FOR THE 2021 MARTHA WASHINGTON WOMAN OF HISTORY AWARD Each year, Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site selects a recipient for the Martha Washington Woman of History Award. This award is given to a woman who has distinguished herself in the field of Hudson Valley history. The award is presented at the Site’s annual program, The General’s Lady, held in the spring, during Women’s History Month. Is there a woman from the local Hudson Valle...y area you feel deserves to be the 2021 recipient of this honor? If so, then nominate her! The Woman of History award acknowledges Martha Washington’s important place in history as a devoted patriot in support of the American Revolution and the ensuing new nation. This will be the twentieth year the award is given, continuing the site’s desire to honor women who carry on Martha Washington’s legacy by sharing in their devotion to Hudson Valley history. Along with 2020 recipient, Ruth Piwonka, previous recipients of the award are: 2003 Janet Dempsey - Author/Historian 2004 Carol Ash - former Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation 2005 Patricia Favata - Author/Historian 2006 Barbara Bedell - TIMES-HERALD RECORD columnist 2007 Mary McTamaney - City of Newburgh Historian 2008 Mary Mangione - former Hudson River Valley Greenway Director 2009 Elizabeth McKean - City of Newburgh Records Management Director 2010 Mary Ann Fish - Environmental Historian 2011 Mara Farrell - Community Activist 2012 Stella Bailey - Historian/Preservationist 2013 Mary Etta Schneider - Preservationist 2014 Mary Sudman Donovan - Author/Historian 2014 Kathleen P. Mitchell - Founder’s Award 2015 Willa Skinner - Historian/Author 2016 Denise Doring VanBuren - Historian/Preservationist 2017 Mary Ellen Matise - Historian/Researcher/Educator 2018 Dawn Elliott - Historic interpreter/Reenactor/ Educator 2019 Mildred Starin - Historic Advocate and Preservationist There are many women who are dedicated to sharing and preserving our history. Perhaps you know of a woman who shares her love of history with children by telling them stories, or taking them to historic sites. Is there a woman who has done research about the Hudson Valley and has shared her findings to encourage others to do the same? Do you know a woman who has used her private time or resources to preserve a landmark of historic significance? These are just a few examples of what could qualify a woman to be a candidate for this award. Nominations must be completed and received by January 15, 2021. To access a nomination form, please go to the website at www.nysparks.com, click on this Link or call (845) 562-1195.

SPEND SOME HOLIDAY TIME AT WASHINGTON’S HEADQUARTERS (Newburgh, NY November 17, 2020) Looking for something to do and some place to go with your family during the holiday season? Check out Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site in Newburgh. We will be open by reservation: ... Thanksgiving: Friday, November 27th & Saturday, November 28th Christmas: Saturday, December 26th New Year’s: Saturday, January 2nd The site is open throughout the fall/winter with their regular schedule: Friday and Saturday, 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Tour Washington’s Headquarters and browse through the Museum. The grounds and Around the Grounds, a self-guided tour of the outdoor features of the site, will also be available. To comply with COVID-19 guidelines for social distancing and capacity reductions, reservations will be required in order to visit inside the buildings. Additional appointments may be available other days call 845-562-1195 for more information. Washington’s Headquarters’ staff are committed to keeping visitors healthy and safe by keeping public areas clean. Visitors are advised that face coverings must be worn inside the buildings, and 6-foot social distancing must be maintained. Visitors experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms may not enter the buildings and are encouraged to visit at another time. Please note: Not all services may be available at the site. With the ongoing Pathway Improvement Project, areas of the grounds may be inaccessible due to construction.

WASHINGTON’S HEADQUARTERS STARTS FALL/WINTER HOURS NOVEMBER 6TH Seasonal changes also bring about changes at Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site. The last day of extended hours, Wednesdays through Sundays, will be Saturday, October 31st. Beginning Friday, November 6th, the site’s Fall/Winter hours will be in effect, Fridays and Saturdays, 11am until 3pm by reservation. Starting November 6th, both the Museum, which features over 1,300 objects from the collection, and... the historic Hasbrouck House, where the General made his headquarters for 16 months at the end of the Revolutionary War, will be open for visitors Fridays and Saturday, 11am 3pm. To comply with Covid-19 guidelines for social distancing and capacity reductions, reservations will be required in order to visit inside the buildings. The grounds and Around the Grounds- a self-guided tour of the outdoor features of the Site will also be available. Additional appointments may be available other days call 845-562-1195 for more information. Washington’s Headquarters’ staff are committed to keeping visitors healthy and safe by keeping public areas clean. Visitors are advised that face coverings must be worn inside the buildings, and 6-foot social distancing must be maintained. Visitors experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms may not enter the buildings and are encouraged to visit at another time. Please note: Not all services may be available at the site. With the ongoing Pathway Improvement Project, areas of the grounds may be inaccessible due to construction. To make a reservation to visit Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site, please call 845-562-1195 for available times and admission fees.