First Reformed Church of Fishkill

First Reformed Church of Fishkill The First Reformed Church of Fishkill is a caring family of worshipping Christians Poughkeepsie's church building was finished in 1723, and Fishkill's in 1731.

The Fishkill area was settled in the early 1700's by Dutch immigrants who came up the Hudson River in search of a place to make a living. By 1716 they wanted their own Dutch Reformed church so they would not have to cross the river to Kingston or New Paltz to worship. In that year two congregations were established on October 10th: one in Poughkeepsie and one in Fishkill. The first Dominie (minist

er) who arrived from the Netherlands in 1731 to serve both churches received an annual salary of 70 pounds. The church was used as a military prison during the American Revolution. The 4th New York Provincial Congress met in the church in 1776, making Fishkill the state capital, until the Congress moved to Kingston in 1777. Part of the New York State Constitution was written in our church. After the Revolution, a decision was made to enlarge the church and today's exterior design dates to 1795. A gilded c**k, which was placed atop the new steeple at that time, is symbolic of Peter's denial of Jesus. Formerly found on most Reformed churches, ours is one of the few which remains. The church interior has been remodeled several times. The 20th century has brought additional changes to the property. A Christian Education building was constructed in 1964, and a Memorial Garden for cremains was added to the cemetery in 1980. The Glenham Reformed Church merged with our congregation in 1976. The sanctuary's exterior was refurbished for the country's bicentennial, and interior repairs were completed in 1989. A slate roof was installed in 1997. The most recent addition to our property is the DuBois House, a building with its own history, which was purchased in 1991. Extensive repairs have created beautiful offices and a church parlor, as well as space for the Food Pantry and meetings. Visitors from around the world come through our doors to visit the church of their ancestors, to trace their roots, and study its history. Our churchyard, behind these buildings, while no longer used for burials, has many well preserved stones dating back to the late 1700's, and attracts it's own visitors. As a congregation, we are most proud of our heritage of God's blessings, and want to share that with all who come.

05/29/2026

Fishkill Food Pantry's Post

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Me In My Garden · Julia Gartha ·

Sharing fresh produce from your garden is an incredible way to give to others! Plant a row, or a seed, that can put beautiful, nourishing food on the tables of our neighbors. The cost of groceries is making it increasingly hard for so many to provide fresh, healthy choices for their families. Let’s make sure everyone is well fed!

And, thank you to those who make food and monetary donations to the Fishkill Food Pantry! Without your help, we wouldn’t be able to provide food to the hundreds of families who come to us each month!



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05/18/2026

Two upcoming performances!

“In the Shadow of the Gallows: The Trial of Joshua Hett Smith”

Debut performance of a new Historical Drama written & performed by Drama From The Past

Saturday, May 23rd at 2 PM at the First Reformed Church in Fishkill

Drama From the Past will present their new drama, “In the Shadows of the Gallows: The Trial of Joshua Hett Smith”.

The story is set in October 1780, after the treason of Benedict Arnold had been exposed and Arnold is still on the run. His accomplice, Major John André, had already been captured, tried, and hanged. Joshua Hett Smith, a civilian who facilitated Arnold's rendezvous with André, was captured in Fishkill and faced a trial for his life. Was Smith aware of his role in Arnold's treachery, or was he an unwitting dupe?

Will the Board of Inquiry, led by John Laurence, punish Smith and make an example of those who betray the cause for Independence, or will they give him the benefit of the doubt for following orders and show him mercy?

Find out on May 23rd, 2026, at 2:00pm at the First Reformed Church, 1153 Main Street, Fishkill, NY. Tickets are $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Tickets on sale online or by mail to FHS, PO Box 133, Fishkill, NY 12524.Please consider inviting your friends and family and also printing this event’s flier to advertise it in your favorite hang outs.

Get your tickets to the controversial trial here or by mail


An American Tapestry
a patriotic performance by the Putnam Chorale

On Sunday, May 31st, let Conductor Jason Tramm with the Putnam Chorale raise your semi-quincentennial spirit through a patriotic-themed concert celebrating American composers Aaron Copland, Leonard Bernstein, William Billings, Irving Berlin, Randall Thompson, and many more!

Raise your patriotic spirit on May 31, 2026, at 3:00pm at the First Reformed Church, 1153 Main Street, Fishkill, NY. Tickets are $12 for members, $15 for non-members. Performance by the Putnam Chorale. Tickets on sale at: Online or by mail to FHS, PO Box 133, Fishkill, NY 12524, To help us make this a successful event, please consider printing this event’s flier to advertise it in your favorite hang outs.

Get tickets to the concert here or by mail


The Town of Fishkill’s 250th Celebration!

This notice was sent from the Town of Fishkill in January

Save The Date: June 5th

“Dear Fishkill Residents,

Mark your calendars and save the date. The Town of Fishkill has partnered with Heritage Financial and will host a grand 250th Celebration at Heritage Financial Park, featuring a fireworks finale. Stay tuned for additional updates.”

The Fishkill Historical Society will be welcoming revelers at the event. Please let us know if you’d like to be included at our information table by emailing Amy Mackenzie at: [email protected]



The Fishkill Historical Society will be at RevCon

on June 13 from 10 am to 4 pm

at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library in Hyde Park.

Dutchess County continues its multi-year commemoration of America’s semiquincentennial with RevCon 2026 — the third-annual Revolutionary War Reenactment and History Fair — hosted by Destination Dutchess and the Dutchess County Department of History. Please let us know if you’d like to be included at our information table by emailing Amy Mackenzie at: [email protected]


Commemorate our nation’s 250th anniversary
Fishkill Historical Society Membership!
It’s easy online or through the mail & can be as low as $10!
Thank you for partnering with us to share Fishkill's rich history! We are a 100% volunteer run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was founded in 1962 by community members like you.

Your dues combine with other members’ dues to provide for the upkeep of the c.1732 Van Wyck Homestead Museum building and educational events sponsored by the society. Your membership to the Fishkill Historical Society includes a subscription to our monthly newsletter, the Van Wyck Dispatch, and invitations to free or discounted events.

Please choose the membership level that’s right for you. You can choose to submit your dues online through the web-linked button below or by sending a check and your name, address, and email address to The Fishkill Historical Society at PO Box 133, Fishkill NY 12524.

Please click here to see our membership options.
History Lives… Here!
At the Van Wyck Homestead Museum
Thank you for your support
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05/13/2026

This weekend! Sam’s Club of Fishkill is hosting a food drive for the Fishkill Food Pantry! As gas and grocery prices continue to rise, more of our community members are in need of food. We provide food for families in all of Southern Dutchess County— 11,500 meals last month!

We know times can be tough, but if you’re in the position to help, every dollar and can of food makes a difference. Everyone deserves access to nutritious food. Every item you give helps families in our community put a meal on the table.

05/12/2026

Mother’s Day Market & Craft Fair, May 2nd 2026
We had over 35 vendors, inside and out. All had a Great Day. We made new friends and saw some old ones too!! Vendors donated items to be raffled off, and our local businesses did too. We could not have done this without everyone's support! Time and again, these local businesses and crafters have demonstrated their unwavering support for the First Reformed Church of Fishkill. Their steadfast support has been instrumental in helping us reach our goals. Thank-you cards were sent to all the businesses that donated to the raffle, and the vendors were given a goodie bag with a thank-you in it, too!
Secondly, without all the volunteers who worked so tirelessly and gave of themselves, THANK YOU! What a team you all are. Each of you helped, and the spirit you brought to this did not go unnoticed. The time and effort you all put in were amazing. At the end of the day, WE DID IT!!

PLEASE VISIT OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES THAT HAVE SHOWN
SUPPORT FOR FISHKILL REFORMED CHURCH
THROUGH THE YEARS IN THE LOWER HUDSON
VALLEY! THANK YOU!

Visit our website after June 1, 2026, to learn more about these local businesses, or explore them online.
www.fishkill-reformed.org in our monthly newsletter

The Tomato Café * Adams * Meadowbrook Farms
Carnival Ice Cream * Cilantro Mexican Rest * In the Cut Barber Shop
Cracker Barrel * La Sorella Café * Brothers Trattoria
The Color Bar Salon * TW Nail Technology * Trattoria Lacanda
Hopewell Bagels * The Chocolate Studio * Glazed Over Donuts
Beacon Creamery * Bank Square Coffee House * 84 Diner
Pizza Phil * Yankee Clipper Diner * Hannaford Supermarket
Red Line Diner * Hot Stuff Coffee Shop * HV Renegades
Pizza & Stuff Fishkill * Laby’s Pizza * Jerrick’s Lower East Side
Green Garden Chinese * The Bagel Shoppe * Savona’s Trattoria
Key Food Beacon * Natures Pantry * Glenham Town Deli *
Tradicionez * Pacha Barber Shop * Gold's Gym * Antonella
Ron’s Ice Cream Beacon * Alexis Diner * Belegrina Bakery
Time is Money Barber Shop * Shoprite * Lucille Florist
Mundane * Wendy’s * All Sport

A new addition to our landscape. The Verplank Garden Club is installing silhouettes and gardens at various historic site...
05/05/2026

A new addition to our landscape. The Verplank Garden Club is installing silhouettes and gardens at various historic sites. We were selected. Flowers will be added shortly.

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1153 Main Street
Fishkill, NY
12524

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 2:30pm
Sunday 10am - 11am

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