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    Motorcyclepedia

    Motorcyclepedia

    4.8
    (33 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Newburgh, NY - if you'd assumed that Orange County Choppers hailed from Orange County, CA (as I…read moredid), it might surprise you to learn they were actually founded in Orange County, NY, and formerly headquartered in Newburgh. So there's a pleasing logic to Motorcyclepedia setting up shop in this city, which turned out to have a surprising motorcycle pedigree associated with its industrial-era manufacturing past. The core of the collection is American iron: Harley-Davidson, custom choppers (including works by Arlen Ness and a tribute to Indian Larry), rarities like the short lived Excelsior-Henderson, and antique pioneer motorcycles, as well as police & military bikes (including one that was part of the motorcade when JFK was assassinated), and more that are part of specialty and thematic exhibits. A smattering of British, Japanese, and European brands are represented as well. The crown jewel is the massive gallery dedicated to Indian motorcycles - I believe one of the largest Indian collections in the world - displaying every model made (originals and replicas) between 1901-1953 during active production. Even if you're not a moto enthusiast, this museum is super cool and interesting, and is very family/kids-friendly! (Free admission for ages 16 and under.) There's an awesome exhibit of iconic motorcycles from Hollywood TV & movie classics such as The Terminator, Ghost Rider, Easy Rider, Tron, Batman, Happy Days, etc. And as a fan of 60s-70s B movies, I also dug the groovy retro music & movie memorabilia spread out across the museum. Kids are more than welcome. My preschooler (who's more of a car guy) loves the play corner with toys, rides, coloring, and cartoons, or just wandering around the sprawling complex looking at stuff, which is an adventure in itself (and exercise for me!). There are many unique vehicles, not just old bikes and whatnot, though yes, plenty of those too. Founded by Gerald "Jerry" Doering and joined by his son Ted, the father-son duo opened Motorcyclepedia in 2011 (incidentally right after the conclusion of the American Chopper series which propelled OCC to fame) in this massive 85,000 sqft space, starting with their own collection and growing it to the 750+ bikes on display today over two warehouse-sized levels. Wear walking shoes! I was surprised by how much bigger the space kept revealing itself to be. Motorcyclepedia is an absolute treasure, and a must-do attraction in the Hudson Valley IMO. Whether you're a casual visitor or a die-hard motorhead and history buff, there's a lot to explore and be entertained by, with plenty of photo ops and props. We've shared this experience with many out-of-town visitors and everyone has loved it.

    This is quite a place to visit and admire the history of motorcycles. With over 700 motorcycles,…read moreyou can see Indian, Harley, and other motorcycles from their beginnings. The staff is amazing, and super helpful. Yesterday, our motorcycle group met up to visit the museum, and we met amazing Marilyn, now 81, who used to ride motorcycles in one of those metal cages when she was younger. It is always a fun adventure, but I do wish the simulation machine was in operation more often. Definitely worth a visit to this museum.

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    The Fonz's bike. Ehhh!
    The Fonz's bike. Ehhh!
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    Steve McQueen corner
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    Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

    Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

    4.4
    (20 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    What a great little historic spot tucked along the Hudson River. We were trying to kill time before…read morean afternoon wedding and I came across this place while searching online. This historic site was home to pivotal decisions during the Revolutionary War, made by George Washington himself. The museum/buildings themselves have limited hours (which are listed on the parks website) but we were able to walk the grounds freely which was nice. There are gates/fencing surrounding the site, which were locked as we went around - but toward the opposite side of the site (where I believe their designated parking lot is? We weren't sure but it looked like their lot) there is an opening where you can walk a gravel path that will take you through the site. It was really cool being able to see the buildings here. Even though the park is nestled in a neighborhood/town, I felt pretty immersed in the history just walking along the paths. We got to see the buildings that George Washington was present in, plus the various monuments that were erected on site. The state parks put up informational signs around the area so we could easily read up on the history. It was a really nice way to get even just a taste of history while we were here, which was perfect for our constricted time frame. If I'm ever traveling this way again, I'd definitely try to make it for a tour of the interiors.

    Very nice park to walk around. There are few historic monuments here. Great views. If you are…read morenearby, definitely worth visiting.

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    Storm King Art Center

    Storm King Art Center

    4.5
    (420 reviews)
    5.6 mi

    A magnificent outdoor sculpture garden located on 500 acres near West Point…read more Definitely take the tram that covers most of the grounds with a commentary on the sculptures. Exceptionally large metal sculptures.

    STEPH JUDGMENT: An incredible (mostly) outdoor art museum…read more We'd heard a lot of great things about this museum so we knew it was a must-visit. Even with our high expectations we were still very impressed. It's a 500+ acre museum where most of the works are monumental and/or site-specific sculptures. The $25 admission is a great deal for so much amazing art, and the equally amazing grounds. We spent 6+ hours here but didn't get to see everything. We were also just on foot, but they do have trams and bike rentals. The weather was gorgeous on the day of our visit and we were having a ball wending our way around leafy trails and expansive emerald meadows, all interspersed with works of art. There was also a re-creation of a Norman chateau that served as an indoor museum and gift shop. Their cafe was excellent; I got the French onion burger with veggie patty (mushroom-based, great flavor, with melted Gruyere) and an iced cold brew, and the hubby got a grilled cheese, which was also good. We had such a great time; would definitely love to visit Sharon

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    Striking red steel sculpture set against the lush rolling hills of the Hudson Valley it perfectly captures the harmony between art and natu
    Striking red steel sculpture set against the lush rolling hills of the Hudson Valley it perfectly captures the harmony between art and natu
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    MARIA LAGO

    MARIA LAGO

    5.0
    (1 review)
    2.5 mi

    The artwork of Maria Lago is inspirational and technically astonishing. A must see, must visit for…read moreHudson Valley art lovers.

    From the owner: Studio 502 This beautiful 1000 square ft. gallery space with…read moreviews looking out to Mt. Beacon and overlooking Beacon Falls will be owned and operated by the artist, Maria Lago. Maria intends to use the space as a working studio and on-going exhibition space for her art works. The studio will keep regular weekend hours and will be also be open by appointment for private showings. About Maria Lago Maria Lago is an accomplished artist whose work has featured prominently in private collections, museums and galleries in Europe and the United States. A long-time New York resident, Maria Lago is originally from Asturias, in Northern Spain and the magic and mystery of her art work is greatly influenced by the pre-historic caves paintings of the region. Each work is a thick mixture of materials such as plaster, glue, sand, shells, pebbles, and wood that she uses to cover the canvas, creating a base that resembles destroyed ruins or an eroded cave wall. The strong expressionistic works employ primitive symbols and archetypal images to explore both the universal human condition and her individual experience. The subjects of the paintings range from the artist in her studio, to landscapes to feminist visions of creation. Whether they depict a landscape, an animal, or a studio interior, the work explores man's origins and his integration into the surrounding world.

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    Mixed media painting
    Mixed media painting
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