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Located
in the Town of
Philipstown
in
Putnam County
,
NY
, Cold Spring is not just for antique-hunters anymore -- although
there are almost two dozen stores in which to browse. The nearby
area is charming and inviting, with attractions for everyone from
serious river watchers and weekend historians to trendy clothes
shoppers and those looking for an ideal complement to their homes.
Main
Street
, Cold Spring has grown into a classic destination, with more than
enough to do for several weekends. Visitors are treated with respect
by a cooperative effort to make the scene attractive. There are
welcoming benches for tourist-watching or enjoying a cold drink and
flowers everywhere. Glimpses into the tiny side-street gardens with
their array of annuals and perennials are rewarding. Accommodations
and dining, including al fresco restaurants, are excellent.
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It
doesn't take long to begin to distinguish the Colonial and Victorian
architectural styles in the well-preserved 19th-century village and
a few minutes of searching will find plaques signifying National
Historic Landmarks.
The
Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce is an active organization which
promotes the area, with such events as the Cold Spring Hudson River
Festival in July and a major Annual Fall Festival with arts and
crafts vendors lining
Main Street
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