New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site
The winter encampment during the closing days of the Revolutionary War. Costumed interpreters demonstrate life at the camp. Visitor center (open year-round) features exhibits. Special events. Grounds open Apr-Oct. Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm & Sun, 1-5pm.
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Brian IrvineGrounds were nice. Pleasant "in costume" folk who were anxious to answer questions, just not a lot to see here. Actual soldiers camp was some distance away down in the valley where the town currently sits today.
Aug 1, 2026 · Google Review
Yael WWorth a gander. Very cool that they have people dressed in the garb of that time reinacting and answering questions. We had a lot of fun in the short time we spent exploring the grounds. You can tell the staff care about the preservation of history and teaching the public. We were impressed by their commitment and friendliness to visitors.
Jun 22, 2026 · Google Review
Shalim UddinOffers scenic views around the aqueduct!!
Jan 7, 2026 · Google Review
Michael LercelWe have driven by many times but then stopped. Great visit. The staff had a great demonstration and was extremely helpful. Also not busy even on a holiday weekend. Does not take long to visit but well worth the time! Thanks for the staff for making it a great visit.
Sep 1, 2025 · Google Review
Mike ZGreat reconstruction of the Revolutionary site historical site. Museum is located in the right wing of the building shared with Purple Heart Honor Roll Museum. Basement room with historical cannons is one of the highlights. There are several picnic tables next to the museum, spare at least half-hour to walk the grounds (might be more if you stop for one of the skill demos). Ample parking lot.
Jul 9, 2025 · Google Review
Ryan MazierskiThe New Windsor Cantonment is the site of the Continental Army’s final camp at the end of the Revolutionary War. The site is very close to the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor and they share a building. It is best to go to both places together. At the cantonment you can see a few reconstructed buildings that capture the idea of what life was like for soldiers in Continental Army. On some weekends there are historical reenactors at the buildings. One of the reenactors did a great presentation on medicine and surgery during the 18th century. There is also a small museum which contains artifacts from the Army; most notably cannons. The site and the museum are very easy to get around. Overall, this is an overlooked but interesting and significant historic site. The site is completely free so you can’t go wrong. Call ahead or check the website for hours of operation.
Aug 26, 2024 · Google Review
Neil O'ConnorThe adjacent Purple Heart Museum is closed Mondays, so I toured the grounds of the Cantonment.
Sep 5, 2023 · Google Review
