Experience the Station Museum

Old brick building with arched windows and vintage carts outside.

The 1914 Station

Once destined for the wrecking ball, the Station is now a fully restored Dept. of Interior, National Historic Place Nestled between the Vanderbilt and Roosevelt historic sites, our museum is a must-see for those touring or living in the Hudson Valley. Here you will experience the dawn of railroading in New York, the Commodore's legacy, Roosevelt's travels and today's busy Amtrak trains.

A mannequin dressed as a train conductor stands behind a ticket counter window with wooden panels.

Exhibits

The Station Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is chock-full of displays, including the original waiting room, ticket office, and baggage room. Vivid media displays and historic photos line the walls.

An old red wooden wagon in front of a brick building labeled Hyde Park.

The Baggage Cart

Soon after the Society took on the responsibility of managing the Station, the Poughkeepsie Station donated an 1800s era wooden wheel baggage cart. It was recently restored to pristine condition by one of our members.

Learn about the restoration here

A collection of vintage tools and instruments displayed behind glass.

Artifacts

We are the custodians of a collection of railroad and New York Central artifacts, advertising, and memorabilia. Many of our displays are for "hands-on education".

Detailed model train layout with multiple locomotives and tracks.

Model Railroad Dioramas

See areas of the Hudson Valley in miniature. Operate a locomotive through recreations of local places.

The Freight House

Part of the picturesque riverfront town park, the freight house, is now a family and railfan picnic area with views of Amtrak's Empire Corridor trains and the majestic Hudson river.