Academy Street Historic District - Poughkeepsie

This historic district, established in 1982, is a four-block stretch, bordered by Livingston and Montgomery Streets and contains approximately 40 buildings, mostly residential, in this planned community. The land was originally part of the Bronson Smith farm.

Take a stroll in the area and take in the architectural history.

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Most of the homes in this historic district are primarily frame construction

The abandoned remains of a once grand property

Door knob and gate detail

One of the few stone homes in the area

Early colonial home

Queen Anne-style home

Victorian-style home

There are some brightly colored homes

Colonial Revival-style home

Homes with turrets and sprawling front porches

Hudson River Bracketed architectural style home

The distinctive tower of the Christ Episcopal Church, designed by William Appleton Potter of the English firm of Clayton and Bell.

The sandstone English Country style Christ Church, built in 1888, today remains largely unaltered.

Victorian-style home

What you should know:

• This is a walkable neighborhood.

• On the street parking is available.

• This is a walkable district.

• Wear comfortable shoes.

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