The scene captures a public meeting, likely in the 1760s, where an official is speaking to an agitated crowd in a covered marketplace or town hall.

History Talk: "Food Riots in Poughkeepsie During the Revolution" with Dr. Thomas Wermuth

Thursday, Feb 5th , 2026

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cost:

Free!

Contact Name:

John R. Pinna

Address:

Town of Poughkeepsie Senior Center
14 Abe's Way
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Phone:

(845) 485-3646

Website

https://www.townofpoughkeepsie.com/214/Historic-Preservation-Commission

Contact:

townhistorian@townofpoughkeepsie-ny.gov

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Why did the food riots take place in Poughkeepsie? Who were the rioters? What was the outcome? Presented by Dr. Thomas Wermuth, Co-Founder & Director, Hudson River Valley Institute.

The scene captures a public meeting, likely in the 1760s, where an official is speaking to an agitated crowd in a covered marketplace or town hall.

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