PHM History Hikes: West Point Foundry Summer Tour

80 Kemble Ave,Cold Spring NY 10516

19 June, 2021

Description

Join us for a history hike of the West Point Foundry Preserve! Description: Looking for an exciting way to explore local history and the natural beauty of Cold Spring at the same time? Then join us for a history hike of the West Point Foundry Preserve! Mark Forlow, chair of the Putnam History Museum and the author of West Point Foundry, will lead participants through the Preserve and discuss the history of the WPF. Sites include the 1865 Administrative Building and Foundry Cove. The hike and tour will last approximately 90 minutes. Active/outdoor attire strongly suggested. Participants will be required to sign a release before the event. Starting Location: West Point Foundry Preserve, 80 Kemble Ave, Cold Spring, NY 10516 Tour Led By: Mark Forlow Topic: The history of the West Point Foundry Difficulty: Moderate (some hills and dirt/gravel paths)