Experience Dutchess County, the perfect destination! Nestled in the heart of the Hudson River Valley region, Dutchess County offers 800 square miles of history, the arts, recreation, superb fare, scenic vistas, festivals and great relaxation.

Dutchess County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York, in the state's Mid-Hudson Region of the Hudson Valley. As of the 2000 census, the population was 280,150. However, recent population estimates completed by the United States Census Bureau for the 12-month period ending July 1, 2007 are at 292,706 residents.

 It is part of the New York metropolitan area. The county seat is Poughkeepsie. The county was named in honor of Mary of Modena, Duchess of York, second wife of the future King James II.

History

Prior to the Anglo-Dutch incursion, what is today Dutchess County was a leading center for the Wappani. They had their council-fire at Fishkill Hook and also held gatherings along the Danskammer.

In 1683, the Province of New York established its first twelve counties, with Dutchess County being one of them. Its boundaries at that time included the present Putnam County, and a small portion of the present Columbia County (the towns of Clermont and Germantown).

Until 1713, Dutchess was administered by Ulster County.

In 1812, Putnam County was detached from Dutchess.

(From wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

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Dutchess County Tourism (DCT) was established in 1984. The officially designated destination marketing organization for Dutchess County, it brings tourism dollars to area businesses by marketing and promoting the assets of Dutchess County to the nation and the world.

Program areas are:

    * External Marketing: Advertising, national and international trade shows, publications, familiarization tours and direct mail;
    * Promotions/Publicity: Public relations, regional promotions and travel writers;
    * Retention/Expansion: Hospitality training, tourist information centers and advocacy programs;
    * Publications: Travel Guide, Scenic & Historic Drive Tours, Bike Tours and Calendar of Events.
    * Product Development, Winery Programs, Great Estates and Waterfront;
    * Major Events: Tourism Conference, Travel Writers’ Conferences, Holiday of Lights Reception, National Tourism Week.

DCT is New York State’s Division of Tourism’s “I Love New York” matching funds partner and a partner in Hudson Valley Tourism, Inc. in their regional marketing programs.

DCT is a division of the Dutchess County Economic Development Corporation. Programs provided by this agency are partially funded by moneys received from the County of Dutchess.

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