The Hudson River Maritime Museum, located on the historic Rondout waterfront, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the maritime heritage of the Hudson River and its tributaries and teaching residents about these facets. With a collection of historical artifacts, educational programs, and annual exhibits, the museum offers a unique glimpse into the region's rich maritime history.
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Located on the historic Rondout waterfront, the Hudson River Maritime Museum was established in 1979 to collect, preserve, research, exhibit, and interpret a collection of historical artifacts related to the maritime heritage of the Hudson River and its tributaries. This is the only museum in New York State exclusively dedicated to this mission.
In 2012, the museum partnered with Clearwater to build the Kingston Home Port and Education Center, also known as "The Barn", on the west end of the museum's property to serve as a winter Home Port for Clearwater and summer program and event space for the museum. In 2015, the museum purchased the former Rosita's Restaurant property (just east of the museum) and transformed it into the Wooden Boat School. In August, 2017, the Sailing & Rowing School offered its first youth sailing program, with one week of youth and one week of teen sailing instruction on the museum's fleet of 19' Lightnings. It has quickly expanded to include adult and youth sailing programs.
Today, the museum features annual exhibits, free public events, educational programs for adults and children alike, continually updated and improved by both staff and volunteers.
Reviews of Hudson River Maritime Museum
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20 reviews)
Wooden Spoon Carving
Anonymous review on 1/14/2024
The first session was so much fun! Due to poor weather, the second session has been rescheduled. The rescheduling process was painless - we were all emailed and given a few possible reschedule dates. I really enjoy the pace of the class day, the size of the group, and the instruction from Kate was so warm, welcoming, and informative.
Build Your Own Adirondack Chair
Reviewed by Daryl W. on 6/25/2023
A well organized class that taught several woodworking skills with a variety of tools. The best part is taking home a great chair you made yourself. There is a fair amount of pre-work done to make the class move along smoothly. It is easy to move at your own pace and the instructor is hepful and can recognize when learners need more or less assistance
Furniture Restoration and Repair
Reviewed by Christine D. on 4/24/2023
Really great. I learned so much and realized how much patience is a part of restoration. Our teacher Max was terrific. Each project went home stronger and fresher than how it came into class. I really enjoyed the weekend.
Build a Live Edge Table
Reviewed by Jamie P. on 9/18/2022
This course was amazing! The location was charming and the class was informative and fun. My boyfriend and I left with an amazing coffee table that we absolutely love.
Make Your Own Ukulele
Reviewed by Ingrid M. on 9/16/2022
During the summer, I took a class at the Kingston Maritime Museum with guitar maker and woodworker Bill Sterling. We built our own Ukeleles from start to finish. it was hard and detailed work that took three whole days (and still needs a final coating). I learned some good woodworking skills, and although it was a big challenge, I had so much fun--hats off to Luthiers. Now I am on my way to learning how to play it. Thank you again. It was a fabulous opportunity that I will never forget.
Build a Live Edge Table
Reviewed by Daryl W. on 9/3/2022
The course was well organized. The instructor was able to give the right amount of attention to each participant. The workshop is well equipped. It was a great opportunity to build a table and learn how to use the equipment
Build Your Own Bookcase
Reviewed by Jeanette R. on 3/7/2022
I learned a lot in this course and really appreciated the instructor’s patience, humility, and knowledge. He was a wonderful teacher (Wayne Ford) and the shop itself was very spacious and pleasant (nice views of the creek!!). The class was limited to 4 people and that turned out to be an ideal number. Class participants were all nice too.
Make Your Own Firewood Rack
Reviewed by zoe w. on 1/24/2022
Great class! Wonderful teacher in Wayne! Equipment is top-notch. I would take a class every day if I could.
Wooden Spoon Carving
Reviewed by Anne H. on 6/26/2021
The location was beautiful and the instructor was amazing. All around great class.
Wooden Spoon Carving
Reviewed by david r. on 6/21/2021
Great class in a relaxed atmosphere led by wonderful instructor who guided us through carving techniques. Weather was perfect so class was held outside by the river an added bonus.
Wooden Spoon Carving
Reviewed by Judith I. on 6/20/2021
Fantastic teacher, environment, pacing, day.
Make A Wooden Pen
Anonymous review on 2/18/2024
Boat Owners Series: Basics of Epoxy
Reviewed by Gregory S. on 1/20/2024
Wooden Spoon Carving
Reviewed by Jennifer R. on 1/14/2024
Build a Live Edge Table
Reviewed by Carl P. on 9/12/2023
Furniture Restoration and Repair
Reviewed by Nicole O. on 4/24/2023
Scroll Saw Ornaments
Reviewed by Joe P. on 12/14/2022
Build Your Own Bookcase
Reviewed by Brittany L. on 3/6/2022
Build Your Own Work Bench
Reviewed by Michael R. on 2/27/2022
Sailors Valentine
Reviewed by Marie N. on 2/16/2022
Review Summary by CourseHorse
Students who have taken classes at the Hudson River Maritime Museum have given positive reviews about their experiences. They mention that the classes are well-organized and cover a variety of woodworking skills using different tools. Students appreciate the opportunity to take home a finished product that they made themselves, such as a chair or a coffee table. The instructors are described as helpful, patient, and knowledgeable, providing the right amount of attention to each participant. The workshops are well-equipped and offer a spacious and pleasant environment. Students also mention that the location of the museum, by the river, adds to the overall appeal of the classes.
Direct quotes from the reviews:
- "Each project went home stronger and fresher than how it came into class."
- "It was a fabulous opportunity that I will never forget."
- "Great class in a relaxed atmosphere led by a wonderful instructor."
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