Hudson Highland Nature Museum – The Cornwall Local

Museum approved for 2nd payroll loan

February 24, 2021 Jason Kaplan

Last week, the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum received word it had qualified for a second round of support as the non-profit organization continues to face significant financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Poison in our rivers, schools and kids

June 7, 2019 Editorial Staff

I pick up trash when I visit the Hudson River.

Hikers get a taste of new Round Top Park trail

May 3, 2019 Jason Kaplan

On April 27, a dozen hikers joined George Muser, secretary of the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Board of Trustees, on a trek along the trail.

Hiker sees something and opts to build a bridge

October 12, 2018 Ken Cashman

If you see something, you’re supposed to say something. But Matthew Wilhelm went a step further. He and his son were hiking on a trail this summer at the Wildlife Education Center in Cornwall-on-Hudson. As

Eagle project provides new homes for animals

July 14, 2017 Editorial Staff

It might not be a deluxe apartment in New York City, but a few animals at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Wildlife Education Center are living in luxury after receiving an upgrade to their homes.

Benefits of nature play outweigh risks

April 10, 2015 Jason Kaplan

In the last 30 years, studies have shown a decrease in the amount of time children spend playing outdoors. Four generations ago, children wandered a mile or more from home, but with each passing generation the distance has drastically decreased.

Museum honors long time supporters

February 27, 2015 Jason Kaplan

On Wednesday, Lynn Peebles and Doug Land were honored in New York City for their longtime support of the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum.

Activities entertain during winter break

January 2, 2015 Jason Kaplan

With two weeks off from school for winter recess, it’s easy for boredom to set in.