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Destination Dutchess Celebrates Semiquincentennial With Events and Experiences
Destination Dutchess invites residents and visitors to explore the people, places and stories that helped shape the nation's founding as America commemorates its 250th anniversary. Throughout 2026, Dutchess County’s Rev250 programming offers a variety of opportunities to experience local Revolutionary War history through reenactments, exhibits, performances, interactive experiences, craft beverages and community events. "History was made in Dutchess County, and America's 250th anniversary gives us an
Destination Dutchess Celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week | Honors Lorraine Mirabella With First CTA of the Year Award
Tourism partners from across the county joined Destination Dutchess on May 6, 2026, to celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week (NTTW) at their brochure exchange and networking event. The annual event, held at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum’s Waterfront Pavilion in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., recognizes the essential role travel plays in strengthening the local economy, supporting small businesses and enhancing quality of life in Dutchess County. Established by the U.S. Travel Association, this year’s NTTW theme,
Destination Dutchess Welcomes New Board Leadership to Guide the Next Decade of Growth
Dutchess Tourism, Inc., d.b.a. Destination Dutchess since April 2025, announced the election of members and officers to its 2026 Board of Directors at its annual meeting, January 29, 2026. Building on a decade of growth, strategic partnerships and industry recognition, the organization’s board will guide Destination Dutchess into its next chapter, focused on long-term sustainability, innovation and community impact. Tourism continues to play a significant role in Dutchess County’s economy, generating
Impact PR & Communications Named Agency of Record for Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
Impact PR & Communications, Ltd. (IPR&C), an award-winning public relations and marketing agency, today announced the addition of an exciting new client to its roster: Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI).The team is tasked with executing a strategic public relations campaign for the nonprofit, which is the largest charitable organization in the Virgin Islands, to support its mission of connecting people and resources with community needs. The announcement marks both IPR&C’s first
