We all love getting our hands on some fun souvenirs that represent the Hudson Valley! Some of our favorite, local businesses now offer merchandise and accessories.

Popular venues such as Newburgh Brewing Company and Bethel Woods offer their merchandise. Stewart’s lovers can also rock their beanies, reusable shopping bags and more.

We can now look forward to picking up a souvenir from another one of our favorite theaters, the Bardavon.

Did You Know This About The Bardavon In Poughkeepsie, NY?


The Bardavon has been a staple within the Hudson Valley community. This Poughkeepsie, NY theater is also referred to as the Bardavon 1869 Opera House and it was incorporated in the 1970’s.

Not only can we visit this theater to see some of our favorite shows but to also reflect on its historical background.

The Bardavon shared,

"Our namesake theater is the oldest continuously operating theater in the state, one of the oldest in the country."

They also mentioned that they are on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Who Visited The Bardavon In Poughkeepsie, NY?


The Bardavon has been visited by prominent members of society. In the past, events such as lectures, rallies and more were once at this theater.

These events included Mark Twain, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Theodore Roosevelts who made appearances there.

Also, Eleanor Roosevelt and Andrew Carnegie were also visitors of the Bardavon in Poughkeepsie, NY. I love this!

Exciting, New Souvenir Now Available At Poughkeepsie, NY's Bardavon Theater

The Bardavon made an exciting post on social media. They highlighted their new souvenir that we can grab. The Bardavon mentioned,

“Big news for our coffee + cocoa lovers

 

“We now have HOT BardaCups at the Bardavon and UPAC!”

They also shared that these new cups are reusable and have locking lids. This convenient new feature for when we want to sip on something while enjoying the show.

To find out more about the Bardavon’s new, BardaCups, be sure to visit their website and check out their social media platforms.

Which Hudson Valley theater is your favorite? Will you purchase one of these BardaCups? Fill us in below.

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