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

    6/12/2026 - Kingston Point Beach Opening June 20, Andretta Pool Opening June 27

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    June 12, 2026

     

     

    Kingston Point Beach Opening June 20,

    Andretta Pool Opening June 27

     

     

    KINGSTON, NY – Mayor Steven T. Noble and the Parks and Recreation Department are pleased to announce that Kingston Point Beach will officially open on Saturday, June 20, 2026, and Andretta Pool will open Saturday, June 27, 2026.

    Kingston Point Beach will be open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00am-4:45pm, weather permitting and only when lifeguards are on duty.

    The Andretta Pool will be open to the public starting on Saturday, June 27, and will be open Wednesdays through Sundays (times vary each day, see attached schedule). Mondays and Tuesdays are closed for summer camp swim days. There will be no entry fee for the pool.

    Mayor Noble said, “We are excited to open the beach and pool for everyone to enjoy this summer. We are pleased to be able to offer both the pool and beach free of charge for Kingston residents again this year. We hope everyone will take advantage of the City’s amenities and enjoy a safe swimming season.”

    Lynsey Timbrouck, Director of Parks and Recreation said, “Our department has been working tirelessly to prepare for the upcoming swimming season here in Kingston. We urge everyone to practice safe and healthy measures when visiting our beach and pool. Parks and Recreation is wishing the community a wonderful summer!”

    The pool and beach schedules can be found at https://kingston.recdesk.com.

    Information about swim lessons or general questions about water safety can be sent to [email protected].

    Hours for both the beach and pool are subject to change, based on staffing and weather. Check the Andretta Pool and Kingston Point Beach Facebook page for updates.

    Please note that, due to the proximity to the swimming area, motorized boat launches from the ramp at Kingston Point Beach are no longer permitted.
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