Description
Next to a large sycamore tree, under a small spring house. The spring house has a marble statue of a woman on top. You will need to a ladle or a cup to reach into the spring house.
The spring was used on the Vassar estate to feed large fountains. The walking trails have a guided tour map that shows you ruins and tells you about the history of the spring. Originally the statue on the spring house was a dog.
Additional info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springside_%28Poughkeepsie,_New_York%29
Nearest Address
185 Academy St, Poughkeepsie, NY‎ 12601 exact address (845) 454-2060‎
Directions from Nearest Address
Route 9 to Academy St exit, take Academy St up hill you will see the pink gate house on the right, turn right at first road, bear right, parking on right by gate house. There are maps of the park near by, the spring is a short walk from the parking area.
Vital Information
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Hours Spring is Open:
sunrise to sunset
GPS: N/A
Map Link: Springside Spring Map
Submitted by: Sherri & Anthony
