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aerial shot of Marist campus featuring the Hudson River and Poughkeepsie area
Hudson River Valley Life
Just Follow the River
The Hudson River Valley is known for its rich landscapes, sustainable-foods, diverse culture, and has a wide variety of vibrant cities and historic towns. Follow your sense of adventure, find great food around every corner, engage with a proud community, and be a part of history right at Marist in the heart of the Hudson River Valley.
Marist has created partnerships with IBM, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Presidential Library in Hyde Park, and the Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, offering students and faculty opportunities to collaborate with these world-renowned leaders in business, history, and ecology. In addition, the College has initiated several innovative programs that provide students with unique learning opportunities, such as the Marist Institute for Public Opinion and the Marist Bureau of Economic Research
Under Construction: Hudson Heritage
Directly up the road from the Marist campus comes "the Hudson Valley’s preeminent open-air, walkable, intergenerational community." The 156-acre site is creating opportunities for residential, hotel, medical and other properties, as well as a 153,000-square-foot retail shopping village. Hudson Heritage will include ample commercial space, 750 residential units, and 150 hotel units. The following establishments are currently located at Hudson Heritage:
Shop Rite |
CVS Pharmacy |
Starbucks |
Chipotle |
Jersey Mike's |
Smoothie King |
Burger King |
Supercuts |
Discover What's Around Town
From resturants within walking distance to local outdoor attractions, discover what's in the area with our helpful guide.
Arts and Culture
Along with the art exhibits that take place in our Steel Plant fashion and art galleries and our several theatre performances each semester, there are a number of museums, galleries, and performing arts centers right in Marist’s backyard. The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, the Dia Beacon, and the Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts are perfect examples of arts and museum attractions in Dutchess County. Just 2 miles from Marist, you can also find the historical Bardavon Theater - distinctly known for being the oldest continuously operating theater in New York State. And just across the Hudson boasts the 500-acre, outdoor Storm King Art Center. Browse a more comprehensive list of museums and art centers in the Hudson River Valley.
Cinema
Aside from the movies frequently shown on campus, the Hudson River Valley is a hub of great cinematic experiences. Two movie theaters are located a stone’s throw from campus; the Roosevelt Cinemas in Hyde Park and the Regal Cinemas in Poughkeepsie. Film buffs rejoice because only a little bit further is the annual Woodstock Film Festival, described as a “haven for those who love independent and challenging cinema,” and the beloved Four Brothers Drive-in located in Amenia. Browse Fandango’s list of movie theaters near Marist.
Concerts and Coffeehouses
Marist hosts annual concerts with top artists like Jason Derulo and Goo Goo Dolls, as well as open mic coffeehouses for smaller student performances. But the concert scene is incredibly active off-campus, too. From small local venues like Daryl's Place, showcasing bands that perform tributes to artists like Nirvana and Bruce Springsteen, to major music landmarks like Bethel Woods Center for the Arts featuring performers like Pentatonix and Pat Benatar, there is always a surplus of music events to attend in the area.
Food
While Marist dining offers an impressive variety of food options on campus, the restaurant scene in the Hudson River Valley is incomparable. Known for its sustainable foods and farm-to-table eateries, the region is home to a vast array of culinary experiences. It certainly helps that some of the best chefs in the country come from The Culinary Institute of America, located just up the street from the Marist campus. Right here in Poughkeepsie is everything from small-town delis to gourmet and global cuisines from every corner of the world. Check out the wide variety.
Cafés
The Hudson River Valley is known for its population of friendly, socially active, and intellectually engaged people. While you’re bound to find many of these folks at the Starbucks on the Marist campus, you are likely to also run into them at any number of Poughkeepsie’s popular coffeehouses. The Poughkeepsie Grind, The Crafted Kup, and Kelly’s Bakery are all very local to campus and attract the kind of individuals you can be confident will brighten your day.
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Craft Beverages
The appreciation of small-batch craft brews is very much alive in the Hudson River Valley. Mill House Brewing Company, located minutes from campus, offers a wide range of distinct styles and seasonal brews. Bad Seed Cider Company’s taproom and farm bar are just across the Hudson, and the most dominant cider innovator and distributor in the world, Angry Orchard, is less than an hour from campus. Check out Travel Hudson Valley’s comprehensive directory of craft beverages throughout the area.
Outdoor Recreation
The Marist campus offers a number of outdoor recreational opportunities, like the Fern Tor Nature Preserve and the riverfront Longview Park. But only steps from campus is a world of outdoor experiences. The Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, the world’s longest elevated pedestrian bridge, offers stunning views of the Hudson River and surrounding scenic valley. Mohonk Mountain House, a Victorian castle resort, is surrounded by 40,000 acres of forest and protected wildlife and is only 20 miles from campus. Whether it’s hiking, biking, skiing, or climbing, the local Hudson River Valley outdoor life leaves visitors in awe and provides students with unforgettable memories.
Local Accommodations
Perpetually welcoming to tourism, lodging options abound right near campus. From hotels to bed and breakfasts to cozy retreats, visitors can be confident they will enjoy their stay in comfort and style. Browse local lodging options.
90 Minutes from NYC
One of the most appealing aspects of Marist’s campus is its connection to its roots in the beautiful Hudson River Valley paired with its ease of access to the city that never sleeps. Catching a train just off campus offers a scenic ride along the Hudson River to Grand Central Station, where Times Square is at your fingertips, and many Marist students often take advantage of unique excursions and premier internships in the Big Apple.
Hudson River Valley Resources
- Travel Hudson Valley
- Dutchess County Tourism
- Historic Hudson Valley
- Hudson Valley Magazine
- Historic Hudson River Towns
- Hudson Valley Weather
- Poughkeepsie Journal
- The New York Times
- The New York Post
- The Times Herald Record
- The Washington Times
- The Washington Post
- USA Today
- The Boston Globe
- Hartford Courant
- Rutland Herald (Vermont)
History
- HudsonRiver.com
- Walkway Over the Hudson
- Hudson Valley Magazine - Moments that Shaped Hudson Valley History
- HudsonValley.org
- Hudson Valley Historic Estates to Visit
- Marist College History & Heritage
Area Profiles
Hudson Valley Housing
- Realtor.com - Homes in the Hudson Valley
- Trulia - Dutchess County Homes For Sale
- Zillow (real estate and rental search)
Education
- HVparent.com - Hudson Valley Parent Education Guide
- Hudson Valley Magainze - Hudson Valley Education overview
- Hudson Valley Education - NY State Education Department
- RealEstateHudsonValleyny.com - School District Search
- Dutchess County Schools
Religious Life
- Religious Organizations/Communities
- Jewish Community Center of Dutchess County
- Newburgh Jewish Community Center
Volunteer Opportunities
- The Community Guide - Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteering in Dutchess County
- Volunteermatch.org - Volunteer Opportunities
- Hudson Valley Young Professionals
- United Way of Dutchess-Orange Region
LGBTQ+ Resources
Community Centers
Department of Motor Vehicles
Internet Service Providers
Hospitals & Health Care
- Hospitals in the Hudson Valley
- Vassar Brothers Medical Center
- MidHudson Regional Hospital
- HealthAlliance
- HRHCare
- Health Centers
- Home Care in Hudson Valley
- Ulster County Office for the Aging
- Hudson Valley Senior Residence
Hotels & Local Accommodations
- TripAdvisor - Hudson River Valley Hotels
- Bed and Breakfasts
- Hotels in Catskills & Hudson Valley
- HudsonValley.org
Employment On & Off Campus
Moving, Shipping & Postal Information
Pet Services
- Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group
- Hudson Veterinary Hospital
- Hudson Valley Veterinary Hospital
- VCA Animal Specialty & Emergency Center
- Pussyfoot Lodge
- Hudson Valley Magazine - Pet Boarding
Transportation & Travel
- Hudson Valley Tourism - Transportation
- Metro-North Railroad
- Dutchess County Public Transit (bus, Route H)
- Dutchess Tourism - Taxi & Limo Services
- North Road Auto Service
Security
- Marist Safety & Security General Information
- Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department
- City of Poughkeepsie Police Department
- Dutchess County Sheriff's Office
- New York State Police
Banking & Personal Finances
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