Hill-Hold and Brick House Museums

Hill-Hold and Brick House Museums offer a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience life on a Hudson Valley farm in the 1830s. The stone farmhouse, built in 1769, is filled with historical charm, featuring wide plank floors, beautiful paneling, and grand fireplaces. It was once the home of the prosperous farmer Thomas Bull and his family.

The museums provide a captivating glimpse into the lives of two family homesteads in the New York State Hudson River Valley during the 18th and 19th centuries. Both Hill-Hold and Brick House Museums are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, showcasing the region’s rich history.

Located in Campbell Hall, New York, the Hill-Hold Museum boasts a range of attractions, from a working farm and a one-room schoolhouse to a summer kitchen, herb garden, smokehouse, and historic barn. Visitors can also enjoy farm animal exhibits, adding to the immersive experience. Additionally, the museums offer outreach workshops, allowing students to bring Hill-Hold’s expertise into the classroom. Participants can learn how to make soap, candles, yarn dolls, and even churn butter, gaining hands-on insight into historical practices.