Columbia County Historical Society

The Columbia County Historical Society collects, preserves, interprets and shares the history and culture of Columbia County, New York.

Thank you to all who supported our annual fundraiser, First Columbians. We had a beautiful night on the rear lawn of the Vanderpoel House of History, celebrating 100 years of stewardship of this magnificent property.

Upcoming Events

Current Exhibitions

  • The National Union Bank of Kinderhook

    This exhibition showcases nostalgic artifacts from the pre-digital age of banking, and draws on select highlights from the Historical Society's permanent collection.

News

  • 250th Anniversary of Knox Train

    The Knox Train Comes Through Kinderhook! The Knox Trail through Kinderhook not only highlights the Village’s Revolutionary War connections but also ties into its broader historical tapestry, including sites like the James Vanderpoel House and the hometown of President Martin Van Buren. Visitors tracing the trail today can appreciate how ordinary communities like Kinderhook contributed

Become a Member

Get free access to our historic properties and library, discounts at our museum shop, reciprocal benefits to partner museums, and more — all while championing the preservation of Columbia County history.

More Resources

Research

CCHS welcomes researchers of all kinds, from authors to students to hobby historians.

History & Heritage

Our scholarly magazine explores wide-ranging topics from renowned historians and authors.

Road Trips

Explore Columbia County’s roadside history with free, downloadable itineraries.