M. E. Whitehill - Watercolors

Newburgh, NY, has many historical sites to visit. This is a view of the waterfront. Here you will find many excellent Restaurants, all with a spectacular view of the river and mountains.

Newburgh River Front a dedication was held of the completed trompe l'oeil mural painted by Garin Baker and his team of artists on the NY Central Railroad Trestle.
Arches to the inner city depicting the historic treasures of Newburgh are filled with realistic people, many of whom are well known citizens.

Click on the image for more photos.

Crawford House, 189 Montgomery Street, home of the Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands. Telephone: 845-561-2585.
This beautiful Greek revival building has been recently redecorated.

The Newburgh Preservation Association is making great progress in the restoration of the Dutch Reform Church. For cards to support this organization and others visit my "Note Cards" page.
The photo at left is of the Old Court House, now the Newburgh Heritage Center 123 Grand Street, Tel; 845-569-8090.

The small picture to the right and other images of the historic buildings of Newburgh are available at the Heritage Center on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 1-4PM.
Click on the image for a larger view.

Newburgh Restoration Blog has many photos of the restored buildings in the inner city. "Hearts Delight Bakery" is at Liberty Street opposite the Entrance to Washington's Headquarters and next to Newburgh Art Supply.

"Hearts Delight Bakery"

Click on the Art Supply Logo for a calendar of Art Events.

The Goldsmith Denniston House, 227 Montgomery Street, has been converted to a Bed and Breakfast. Nancy Billman has an Art Gallery at the house with ongoing shows featuring local artists. Nancy is also an excellent caterer. This entire house is a showcase of Peter Billman's oil paintings as well as watercolors by M. E. Whitehill. Hours for viewing Art Works are Saturday and Sunday 12-5 PM or by appointment. Call 845-562-8076

This site about Quassaick Creek has lovely photos of the area.

Calvary Presbyterian Church  is a landmark gothic cathedral style building located on the corner of South and Grand Streets. Visit the web site, designed by Sue Young, for a virtual tour. To view details of all the stained glass windows click "History" and then "Church Windows" in the submenu. There are three pages of window photographs. Surrounding the church on the North and West is the Old Town Cemetery. Click here for history, photos, and lists of buried persons, Revolutionary War Hero Bios, Inscriptions, etc.

The Greater Newburgh Symphony has a new Web Site, www.newburghsymphony.org. This great orchestra is a cultural treasure for Newburgh. Click on the name for information about the 2008-2009 schedule of concerts.
Opening Concert is September 27, 2008 at 8 PM at Newburgh Free Academy.

Downing Film Center19 Front Street, Newburgh, NY 12550.
Tel 800-974-8592, 845-561-3686
Showing Independent, Foreign and Classic Films in a Screening Room Atmosphere.