Hudson Valley History Hunt
Look for new History Hunts throughout the year.
How to Participate:
- HISTORICAL CEMETERY HUNT (October – November): Find the gravesites of historical people. Explore cemeteries and learn about the people who lived here. You an optionally snap a picture and post it on Instagram with the hashtag #hvhistoryhuntto show up in the History Hunt Hashtag gallery.
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- MAP HUNT (August – September): Use the map to find historical buildings and locations. Once you find them, snap a photo, with or without you in the picture, and post it on Instagram with the hashtag #hvhistoryhunt. Get creative! Take a selfie, dress like an explorer, make it fun!
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- Q & A HUNT (August – September) : Answer a series of questions. Go to the website mentioned in a clue, watch a short video, or search the internet!
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How to Win:
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- Complete 5 map clues and receive a History Alliance Certificate of Excellent Detection
- Complete the 5 question Q&A and receive a History Alliance Certificate of Excellent Detection
- Complete both the 5 map clues and 5 Q&A questions and receive a History Alliance Certificate of Excellent Detection
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Winners will be announced monthly, awarded with certificates.
If the answers you provide do not qualify you for a Certificate of Excellent Detection, don’t despair. You’ll have another opportunity to explore Hudson Valley history when we email additional clues to inform your journey.
We appreciate your interest in learning about Hudson Valley history.
THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE 2021 HUDSON VALLEY HISTORY HUNTS!
The first hunt ran from August 15th to September 30th, 2020. The second hunt took place from October 1st to November 15th, 2020. You can still do the hunt, and win a certificate!
The History Alliance of Kingston wishes to thank its partner organizations.
The Hudson Valley History Hunt is supported by a grant from the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area. www.hudsonrivervalley.com