Poughkeepsie, New Jersey

Poughkeepsie, New York
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Poughkeepsie is a small city in New York State. Located in the Hudson River Valley between New York City and Albany, Poughkeepsie covers 5.7 sq mi (15 sq km) and has a population of 30,000 (2011 estimate). The city is the county seat of Dutchess County. Its name, which means "the queen city of the Hudson river", comes from a Native American language.

Mid Hudson Bridge, Poughkeepsie, New York
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Poughkeepie is bordered by the Hudson River to the west. It experiences a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters. Summers are warm, with average high temperature reaching 84°F (28.89°C) in July. Winters are very cold, with temperature of 15°F (-9.44°C).

The Dutch were the first Europeans to establish a settlement in the Poughkeepsie area, in the mid 17th century. Poughkeepsie served as the second capital of New York during the American Revolution. By the 19th century, it became the choice getaway for wealthy New Yorkers such as the Astors, Rogers and Vanderbilts, all of whom had palatial weekend homes there.

Our Lady of Mt Carmel Roman Catholic Church, Poughkeepsie
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Visiting Poughkeepsie, New York

Poughkeepsie is served by Interstate 87 which runs north south through the city, connecting it with Albany to the north and New York City to the south.

Red Oaks Mill, Poughkeepsie, New York
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