Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz is one of the oldest surviving streets in America — and walking it feels like stepping through time itself.

Seven stone houses, built from locally quarried quartzite in the late 1600s, still stand on their original foundations — no reconstructions, no replicas.

French Huguenots fleeing religious persecution in France purchased land from the Esopus Munsee people in 1677 and built to last. The full history is complicated — enslaved Africans helped build and maintain these structures, and Historic Huguenot Street's tours don't shy away from that truth.

As a National Historic Landmark District, guided tours bring visitors inside the DuBois Fort and Hasbrouck houses, where hand-hewn beams and walk-in fireplaces still carry the weight of centuries.

An adjacent 18th-century cemetery adds quiet, unexpected gravity to the visit.

Give it an hour — two if you let yourself slow down. This is the New Paltz experience that stays with you long after you leave.

The Midtown Kingston Arts District is hosting its sixth annual Draw-A-Thon, and this year the event is expanding its reach. The Draw at 22 Iwo Jima Lane will be open for twelve hours straight, welcoming artists of all skill levels — yes, even if you're a complete beginner. No drawing skills required, which is exactly what makes this event so accessible.

Let's be honest — nobody puts "my favorite laundromat" on their social media. Laundromats live in the background of daily life: essential, overlooked, and only noticed when they aren't working. But some of New Paltz's most talked-about businesses are the ones quietly doing the unglamorous work of keeping the town running. Cherry Orchard Laundromat, at 7 Cherry Hill Road, is exactly that kind of business.

Whether you're planning a wedding at Mohonk, a corporate retreat, or a milestone birthday, New Paltz has no shortage of talented caterers — but each brings a different strength to the table. Here's a look at three of the most acclaimed and how they compare.

If you've eaten at the Bistro at Hasbrouck House in Newburgh — the fine-dining gem tucked inside one of the oldest stone houses in America — then you know Chef Tommy Ingoglia's food. Elegant. Precise. Beautiful on the plate. But here's the thing about cooking inside a historic manor house: the building gets a vote in every menu decision. After years of pulling off that balancing act, Tommy walked away from the job everyone wanted and opened Tommy I's in January 2026 on his own terms.

Your dog deserves a spa day — but not every groomer is built the same way. Whether you need a quick nail trim, a full breed-specific haircut, or a stress-free experience for an anxious pup, New Paltz and the surrounding area has options that go well beyond the basics. Here are three of the most trusted names and what makes each one stand out.

August in New Paltz hits different. The days are still long, the Shawangunks glow gold in the late-summer light, and the calendar fills up fast. Here are five confirmed events worth clearing your schedule for — each one a reason to get out and make the most of what's left of summer.