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

    7/7/2026 - Sidewalk Improvements Study Public Meeting to Be Held on July 21, 2026

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    July 7, 2026

     

     

    Sidewalk Improvements Study Public Meeting to Be Held on July 21, 2026

     

     

    KINGSTON, NY – Mayor Steven T. Noble is pleased to announce that the City of Kingston will host a public meeting for the Sidewalk Improvement Study on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 6:00pm at City Hall.

    Mayor Noble said, “We look forward to kicking off the Sidewalk Improvement Study with a public meeting later this month. We have heard residents’ concerns about the condition of our sidewalks as a safety, equality, and quality of life issue. Through this Sidewalk Improvement Study, we will work with CPL to find a feasible way to make sidewalks safer and easier across the City by finding cost effective ways to fund sidewalk improvements.”

    The City of Kingston has contracted engineering firm CPL to complete a Sidewalk Improvement Study. As part of the study, sidewalks across the city will be comprehensively reviewed and rated based on their condition. The City will also look at what type of repairs are needed and will explore funding options to find the most cost-effective choices that meet City and State regulations.

    Emily Flynn, Director of Heath & Wellness and Project Manager, said, “We have worked with CPL on several engineering projects to date and, with this study, will work with their local team to provide multiple opportunities for residents to share their feedback throughout the process.”

     

    Sidewalk Improvement Study Public Meeting

    Tuesday, July 21

    6:00pm

    Kingston City Hall

    Top Floor

     

    Live Spanish interpretation, light refreshments, and children’s activities will be available at the meeting, which will also be livestreamed on the City’s YouTube channel. An additional remote attendance option is available. Please email [email protected] for details.

    In addition to the public meeting, there will be additional opportunities for community engagement, including a Project Advisory Committee, citywide survey, outreach at community events, and more.

    More information and an interactive map can be found at https://engagekingston.com/sidewalk-improvement-study. 

     

     
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