Museum Information
The Museum Village consists of the large museum building and a separate blacksmith shop. Other buildings are planned and exhibits continue to grow and change. The large museum building contains a series of exhibits designed to show rural life in the 1870 to 1930 era. Each exhibit is designed to illustrate a particular craft or way of life. Examples include: woodworking, printing, clock making, ice harvesting, a general store, textiles, and many others. Many vintage farm implements are also displayed.
The Museum Village is open and staffed during the Dutchess County Fair each August as well as during our May show. Tours for school children and other groups are conducted by appointment at other times.
The Museum Village is open and staffed during the Dutchess County Fair each August as well as during our May show. Tours for school children and other groups are conducted by appointment at other times.