Maritime Museum reopens July 11

KINGSTON, N.Y. » The Hudson River Maritime Museum has announced that it will reopen to the public on a reduced schedule on Friday, July 11.

The museum, 50 Rondout Landing, will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. To safeguard visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic, the museum galleries will operate at 25 percent capacity. Admission prices will remain the same: $9 for adults, $6 for senior citizens and children.

In a press release, the museum said all visitors must wear masks inside the museum building and adhere to social distancing whenever possible. If visitors do not have masks, masks will be provided by the museum. The museum will also operate with a unidirectional entrance and separate exit.

All hands-on activities, touch screens and interactive displays will be closed for everyone’s safety. Bathrooms will be open and hand sanitizer stations available.

The Wooden Boat School will remain closed to the public. Boat rides aboard the 100 percent solar-powered tour boat Solaris are currently available for private charter only. Public rides will be available starting July 17, 18, and 19. All passengers must wear masks while on board. Each ride will be limited to 10 passengers.

As always, the museum’s outdoor exhibits are open to the public, but social distancing at all times is encouraged. The museum’s docks are open to transient boaters, but shore facilities remain closed for the time being.

For more information, visit hrmm.org or call (845) 338-0071.