During a tour of Historic Huguenot Street, visitors will explore the multicultural history of this uniquely American settlement, known today as New Paltz, NY. While touring three of the street’s historic structures, we will consider how individuals of each cultural group were affected by their physical environment and social status. At the replica Esopus Munsee wigwam, we will learn about the strength and sacrifices of this region’s Indigenous peoples from pre-colonial America to the present day. Next, we will enter the reconstructed 1717 French Church, where we will learn about the Hudson Valley’s multicultural beginnings, including the history of Huguenot persecution in France leading to their immigration to North America. Finally, we will tour the early 18th century Jean Hasbrouck House, where we will examine colonial life for both the free and enslaved members of this community, and discuss the critical historical events that shaped the nation.

Historic Huguenot Street will open for weekends starting Saturday, May 1, 2021. Tours, which will last approximately one hour, will take place three times a day: 10:30 AM, 12 PM, and 2:30 PM.

In order to comply with the health and safety guidelines developed by the CDC and the State of New York, attendance is extremely limited. Please consider pre-booking your tour experience online.

Tour capacity is currently restricted to four registrants. If you are interested in booking a tour for six people from the same household, please contact Kristine Gillespie, Retail and Tourism Manager, at tours@huguenotstreet.org. 

Following Memorial Day (Monday, May 31), tours will run six days a week except Wednesdays available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The Visitor Center will be closed from 1 to 2 PM each day for proper cleaning of high traffic areas.

If you have questions about the tour experience, accessibility, or the efforts being taken to comply with COVID-19 health and safety guidelines, please email info@huguenotstreet.org