10/17/2026
🍂 A little history, right outside your front door.
Did you know that Washington’s Headquarters in Newburgh was the first publicly owned historic site in the United States?
General George Washington spent over 16 months here during the Revolutionary War, from 1782 to 1783. It was here that he announced the cessation of hostilities and helped lay the foundation for a peaceful transition from war to independence. The Badge of Military Merit, which later inspired today’s Purple Heart, also originated during his time in Newburgh.
Today, you can walk these same historic grounds, take in the beautiful Hudson River views, and experience a little piece of American history.
And the best part? Washington’s Headquarters is right across the street from our River Views on Washington property.
Stay somewhere with a story to tell, and make Newburgh your home base for a fall getaway.
📍 River Views on Washington | Newburgh, NY