About Friends of Historic Kingston

We are a not-for-profit organization founded in 1965 whose members share a common mission: preserving and promoting the local history and landmarks of Kingston, New York.

Our Mission

The Friends of Historic Kingston champions our unique architectural, historical and cultural legacy and shares it with residents of all ages of the Kingston community and with visitors to the Hudson Valley.

What We Do

We own and administer: The Fred J. Johnston House, the Friends of Historic Kingston Gallery, and the Louw Bogardus Ruin at Frog Alley. We offer programs and exhibits from May to the end of October.  We oversee two other sites in Kingston: the Sharp Burying Ground and the Post Office Memorial at Montrepose Cemetery. Join us in our projects, become a supporter and get involved.

FHK is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents and is a member of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the Preservation League of New York State, Greater Hudson Heritage Network, and SENYLRC.