The City of Kingston, NY

    Welcome to the City of Kingston, NY

    Kingston, dating to the arrival of the Dutch in 1652, is a vibrant city with rich history and architecture, was the state's first capital, and a thriving arts community. City Hall is in the heart of the community at 420 Broadway, and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except July & August (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).  Come tour our historic City, with restaurants that are among the region's finest, and local shopping that promises unique finds.

    Historic Churches

    Kingston is home to many historic churches. The oldest church still standing is the First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Kingston which was organized in 1659. Referred to as The Old Dutch Church, it is located in Uptown Kingston. Many of the city's historic churches populate Wurts street (6 in one block) among them Hudson Valley Wedding Chapel is a recently restored church built in 1867 and now a chapel hosting weddings. Another church in the Rondout is located at 72 Spring Street. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church was founded in 1849. The original church building at the corner of Hunter Street and Ravine Street burned to the ground in the late 1850s. The current church on Spring Street was built in 1874.

    Kingston, NY

    Kingston became New York's first capital in 1777, and was burned by the British on October 13, 1777, after the Battles of Saratoga. In the 19th century, the city became an important transport hub after the discovery of natural cement in the region, and had both railroad and canal connections.

    Kingston, NY

    The town of Rondout, New York, now a part of the city of Kingston, became an important freight hub for the transportation of coal from Honesdale, Pennsylvania to New York City through the Delaware and Hudson Canal. This hub was later used to transport other goods, including bluestone. Kingston shaped and shipped most of the bluestone made to create the sidewalks of New York City.

     

    Contact Us

    City Hall Address:
    420 Broadway
    Kingston, New York
    12401

    Phone:
    (845) 331-0080
    Email:
    [email protected]

    Kingston News

    7/26/2024 - Mayor Noble Announces Midtown Neighborhood Center Lead Abatement Project

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    July 26, 2024

     

    Mayor Noble Announces Midtown Neighborhood Center Lead Abatement Project

     

    KINGSTON, NY – Mayor Steven T. Noble is pleased to announce that the Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center will undergo an extensive lead and asbestos abatement project, starting on August 5, 2024. The project is expected to be completed by mid-October.

    The abatement work is being overseen by Quality Environmental Solutions & Technologies of Wappingers Falls. The abatement is being done by United Safety of Lincoln Park, NJ.  R. Bradley Construction of Kingston will serve as general contractor and will restore the space for public access after the abatement is complete. Mobilization and site preparation has already begun, with the lead abatement expected to occur between August 19-October 8, 2024.  Work will continue to occur with additional painting and installation of new bleachers and play equipment, which is expected to be completed by December, and will be funded by the City of Kingston’s American Rescue Plan Act funding.

    The Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center gym will be closed, but staff is expected to remain in the building and the public will be able to access the Parks and Recreation office and other services via alternative entrances. Signage will be posted for entry points to the building.

    “We are grateful to be able to make these improvements to the Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center and appreciate NoVo in Kingston’s support,” said Mayor Noble. “We will be working to complete this project in a safe, efficient, and timely manner so we can get the building back open to the public as soon as possible.”

    Director of Parks & Recreation Lynsey Timbrouck said, “We are so pleased that this project will begin soon! The Andy Murphy Neighborhood Center holds so much history and still serves as an essential facility for the community, today. We look forward to the completion of the renovation and re-opening to the public.”

    For other ARPA projects, visit https://engagekingston.com/american-rescue-plan-act-arpa.

    This project was made possible by funding from ARPA and support from NoVo in Kingston.

     
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