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

    1/28/2026 - Kingston Local Development Corporation Announces Various Loan Programs to Support Local Businesses

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    January 28, 2026

     

     

    Kingston Local Development Corporation Announces Various Loan Programs to Support Local Businesses

     

     

    Kingston, NY — The Kingston Local Development Corporation (KLDC) is pleased to announce the availability of several loan programs with competitive rates and no pre-payment penalties designed to support business owners within the City of Kingston.

    KLDC President Steve Noble said, “The Kingston Local Development Corporation is thrilled to offer these financing tools for local business, which can do everything from help strengthen existing businesses, encourage expansion, and support new entrepreneurial activity, all with extremely competitive rates. The new, expanded, low-interest Façade Loan Program will be helpful for those looking to restore the facades of their buildings and businesses. I want to thank our KLDC Board and Executive Director for administering these loans that will benefit so many in the community.”

    The KLDC offers a Façade Loan Program to assist commercial property and business owners with exterior building improvements that enhance the visual appeal and vitality of commercial corridors. The program now offers loan amounts of up to $35,000, with competitive fixed interest rates and flexible repayment terms.

    In addition, the KLDC administers a Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) to help established businesses secure additional financing for projects such as expansion, acquisition, renovations, or other growth-related needs. The RLF is designed to work in partnership with traditional financial institutions to help businesses move forward when a financing gap exists offering competitive fixed interest rates and flexible repayment terms.

    For newer or smaller businesses, the KLDC also offers a Microbusiness Loan Program, which is intended to support early-stage enterprises and entrepreneurs who are just getting started. This program helps provide access to capital while encouraging long-term business growth and stability also offering competitive fixed interest rates and flexible repayment terms.

    “These loan programs are an important part of our mission to promote economic development and support local businesses,” said Amanda L. (Mandy) Bruck, KLDC Executive Director. “We encourage business owners to explore these resources and see how they may help advance their businesses or projects.”

    Business owners located within the City of Kingston who are interested in learning more about available loan programs, eligibility requirements, and the application process are encouraged to contact the Kingston Local Development Corporation at 845-334-3930 or visit www.KLDC-ny.org.

     
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