Is there an unwritten rule that I am unaware of? Because every time I'm at this red light in Dutchess County, people just dash right through it as if it isn't even there!
Dutchess County played a critical role in the Revolutionary War. In the spirit of the legend himself, Dutchess Tourism launched Commander in Cheers — an augmented reality experience that serves up a pint-sized George Washington to share a story about Dutchess County’s revolutionary endeavors.
This week’s episode of In Touch marks the return of Joey Cavaccini, Wappinger Town Historian and Wappinger Town Historian. Together, Joey and I dive more into the expansive history of Dutchess County, and how that history still impacts us today. Joey goes into the recent expansion of Reese Park, upcoming events for First Saturday Wappingers, and resurrection of the spirit of the Dahlia Festival. Fun fact, Wappinger used to be the Dahlia Capital of the World. You can hear the whole history about it in this episode.
Most Walkway services will be available on the day of the solar eclipse to enjoy as folks visit one of the biggest tourist attractions that Dutchess County and Ulster County have to offer.
Rochester, New York is the largest city on the eastern part of the path of totality. To celebrate, Rochester is hosting a three-day “ROC the Eclipse Festival."