National Heritage Area

The Hudson River Valley Greenway is the managing entity of the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, which was created in 1996 to recognize and celebrate the importance of the region’s history to the nation.  

The NHA stretches from Yonkers to Troy, including 250 communities in 10 counties boarding the Hudson River. Throughout the centuries, the region played a major role in the American Revolution, development of the nation’s commerce, creation of a distinctly American style of art, Underground Railroad, Women’s suffrage, and environmental movement. Today, the impact of these movements can be explored at over a hundred of sites across the Hudson River Valley.  

The NHA is proud to support historic sites and organizations sharing the Hudson River Valley’s stories with Heritage Development Grants and Event Sponsorships in partnership with local, state, and federal officials.  

The Hudson River Valley Ramble is the NHA’s signature program designed to drive tourism in the region. It is a month-long event series that celebrates the NHA’s heritage sites and vast trail system with a wide range of partner-hosted events, including historic site tours, hikes, bike rides, and paddles. 

In 2025, the region welcomed thousands of visitors by collectively hosting 179 events.  

Save the Date: September 1 - 30

Get ready to hike, bike, paddle, and tour the Hudson River Valley – planning for the 26th Annual Hudson River Valley Ramble is underway!  

Check back for the event submission form. We anticipate an early June submission deadline for inclusion in all promotional items.

Hosting an event in the Hudson River Valley that is related to an NHA theme or at a historic site? List it on the NHA’s event calendar!  

In addition to the promotional calendar, your event may be featured in newsletters and on social media. 

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The NHA provides free brochures that explore the themes of freedom and dignity, nature and culture, and commerce to heritage sites, tourism partners, and libraries.  

Available Brochures:

• Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area 

• The American Revolution in the Hudson River Valley

• Dutch and Native American Heritage in the Hudson River Valley 

• 19th Century Painters: Hudson River School

• Architectural Traditions in the Hudson River Valley 

• Landscapes and Gardens in the Hudson River Valley 

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