A visit to Columbia County can be as relaxing or stimulating as one desires. There is culture, history, recreation, antiques and unique boutiques, farm markets and u-pick orchards; bike trails and even a zip line adventure park. For art lovers, galleries, studios and an open air sculpture garden showcasing artists’ works from around the world. The architectural masterpiece, Olana, the home of Hudson River School artist, Frederic Church, and the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site anchor Columbia County’s many heritage sites. Miles of country roads take you through expansive breathtaking vistas where one can leave the city behind and embrace the countryside either by car or bike. Along the way, stop and visit one of the many tasting rooms on the Scenic Sips Craft Beverage Tour. Year round theater performances, concerts and seasonal summer stock musicals and dance offer entertainment for all ages. So come and enjoy from dawn to dusk or just sit back and relax, you decide.
Things to Do & See
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Artsee Eyewear
529 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
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212-227-2400Shopping at ARTSEE is a memorable experience where listening, knowledge, careful curation, and service are our mission. Enjoy a tea or coffe …
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Athabold Flowers
214 Main Street, Germantown, NY 12526
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(518) 537-4215Florist working with flowers to establish a mood, evoke an emotion, and bring people together for weddings and events, interior design, and …
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Austerlitz Historical Society
11550 Route 22, Austerlitz, NY 12017
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518-392-0062“Old Austerlitz” is a living history museum complex and home to the Austerlitz Historical Society, with its collection of artifacts, photos …
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Balloon NY
1142 Route 9H, Ghent, NY 12075
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607-435-9839Have you always dreamed of taking a hot air balloon ride — floating peacefully across the landscape? If so, let us make your dream come true …
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Bash Bish Bicycles
247 Route 344, Copake Falls, NY 12517
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518-329-4962A full-service bicycle store providing superior customer service, products, and information to all types of cyclists. Bicycle sales, repairs …
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Basilica Hudson
110 South Front Street, Hudson, NY 12534
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518-822-1050A reclaimed 1880s industrial factory, this multidisciplinary arts center supports the creation, production and presentation of arts and cult …
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Bavier Brook Antique Jewelry
621 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
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(518)-828-6424Antique and vintage fine and high end costume jewelry.
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BCB Art
116 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
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518-828-4539Painting, Sculpture, Drawings, Photographs/Video Friday-Sunday, 11am-5pm
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Beaver Mill Antiques
3045 Main Street, Valatie, NY 12184
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518-331-5334Features fine antiques for the home, quality collectibles and exquisite estate jewelry and with over 30 years of experience in the antiques, …
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Beebe Hill State Forest
Austerlitz, NY 12017
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518-357-20682,018 acres of multiple use area managed for timber production, watershed protection, wildlife habitat, and recreation. Featured activities …
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Behida Dolic Millinery
715 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
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518-567-5829Handmade hats.
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Berkshire Pottery
2891 Route 23, Hillsdale, NY 12529
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518-325-4567Old world craftsmanship, hand thrown and painted with lead free glaze.
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Bimi’s Cheese Shop
21 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037
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518-392-8811A friendly and welcoming specialty food shop featuring, cheeses, charcuterie, crackers, condiments, and more. Join us for breakfast or lunch …
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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
Hudson, NY 12534
Since 1995 the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has traveled the world, bringing its unique hybrid of Vaudeville, Circus, Burlesque, and Sideshow t …
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Blackberry Hill Farm
156 Bells Pond Road, Hudson, NY 12534
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518-851-7661Open year round. Llama, alpaca, angora rabbit, and sheep wool, yarn, and apparel during shop hours. Eggs, maple syrup and many varieties of …
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Borden’s Pond Public Conservation Area
1628 Route 203, Ghent, NY 12075
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518-392-525262 acres, 1.75 miles of trails, easy to moderate hiking Within walking distance of the Village of Chatham, a lower trail leads visitors alon …
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Boxwood Linen
22 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037
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518-392-3918Boxwood Linen has been a small maker since 1999, cutting and sewing linens for the kitchen, table, bed and bath, from the finest 100% linen …
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Brown’s Emporium Inc.
33-37 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037
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518-392-2541Shoe store that prides itself on customer service and selection, ensuring proper fit and size.
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Bryant Farms Market Farm
5498 Routes 9H & 23, Claverack, NY 12534
Fresh fruits and vegetables in season. Shrubs, trees, vegetable and flower plants.
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Caldwell Gallery Hudson
355 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
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518-828-7087Buying & selling American art, 1850-2000. Established 1973. Exhibiting American & European secondary market artists – with a special …
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