Ulster County, NY Spot To Be Latest Hudson Valley Comedy Hub

We may have heard that laughter is the best medicine, I agree.

Do you ever notice that you feel uplifted after having a good laugh? It could be that we feel a sense of relief, a more relaxed feeling and in a positive mood.

I have been hearing about more comedy shows within the Hudson Valley which is something that I have been wanting to experience.

In Ulster County, NY a popular spot will be the latest Hudson Valley comedy hub filled with comedians, local residents and those who are a part of the Borscht Belt community.

Have You Visited The Borscht Belt Museum In Ulster County, NY?

This popular museum explained that they are

"Dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Catskills Resort Era. Ellenville, NY."

The Borscht Belt Museum is a place where we learn about the Borscht Belt Region within Ulster County, NY.

The Borscht Belt Museum shared,

"For generations of Jews in the New York metropolitan area, there was no doubt about the location of those “mountains.”

The Borscht Belt Region was an escape, a place where friends, family and loved ones could spend time together.

The Borscht Belt Museum also explained that those who visited this area would look forward to taking in summertime in the Hudson Valley with fresh food and clean air.

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The Borscht Belt Museum shared additional information of how the area looked.

"From the turn of the 20th century to the 1970s, more than 1,000 hotels, bungalow colonies, summer camps and boarding houses dotted the Catskill Mountains of southern New York"

Some may know this area or region to be called Solomon County, Jewish Alps or The Mountains. However, the Borscht Belt was also another term that most people remember the most.

The Borscht Belt Museum In Ellenville, NY Is Reopening In Spring 2024

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In the summer of 2023, I visited the Borscht Belt Museum in Ellenville. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a humorous sign stating "Come in and schmooze, free admission".

It was fun to learn about the history of the Borscht Belt region and to see items from residents of the Borscht Belt area that they had on display.

The pop-up Borscht Belt museum is filled with pictures of the past with stories that tell themselves and memories that live on with pieces of unique items from the time period as well.

I learned that the museum is a pop-up for now, they will continue to change the setup as well.

On November 19, 2023, the Borscht Belt Museum made a post on social media about how they were temporarily closing for the winter months.

I'm looking forward to the Borscht Belt Museum reopening in Spring of 2024. 2025 marks the year that the Borscht Belt Museum will officially open.

The Borscht Belt Fest Will Take Place In Ellenville, NY In July 2024

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Did you mark this on your calendars? The Borscht Belt Fest will take place in 2024.

The Borscht Belt Fest will happen in downtown Ellenville, NY on Saturday, July 27, 2024, and Sunday, July 28, 2024. Guests can look forward to two days of fun, entertainment, food and more.

The Borscht Belt Museum Is Hosting First Comedy Series In Ellenville, NY

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The Borscht Belt Museum is starting something new. They will be hosting their "first Borscht Belt night of comedy".

This will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 7 pm at Shadowland Stages in Ellenville, NY.

This event will feature Rachel Williams, Eitan Levine, Jesse Eigner, and Michael Hirsch.

General admission is only $25, there are no exchanges or refunds and all sales are final. This event is 16+ only and 13+ with a parent.

The Borscht Belt Museum is "Bringing stand-up back to the Catskills!" with New York Comedy Club.

Additional information about The Borscht Belt Museum and their comedy series can be found on their website and social media platforms.

Borscht Belt Museum

90 Canal St, Ellenville, NY 12428

Shadowland Stages

14 Market Street, Ellenville, NY

Have you experienced The Borscht Belt Museum yet? Will you attend their new comedy show in Ellenville, NY? Tell us more below.

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A New Museum Will Open In The Catskills Featuring Hollywood's Biggest Stars

The Borscht Belt Museum will open in Ulster County,NY. This allows for the history of the Borscht Belt to carry on in the Hudson Valley.

While celebrities in the past visited the Borscht Belt region, there will be more involved in the community when this museum opens in 2025.

Fran Drescher And Fellow Celebrities Will Sit On A Hudson Valley Museum Board

Fran Drescher is a celebrity that almost everyone likes. Known for her role as Fran Fine in The Nanny, the world couldn't help but laugh at her jokes, statements, and relatable interactions with other members of the show.

According to Yahoo News,

Fran Drescher isn't the only celebrity who will be in the Catskills.

"The museum’s list of advisory board members includes Fran Drescher, Harvey Fierstein, Judd Hirsch, Robert Klein and Richard Lewis — a fitting cast for a place where some of the nation’s top comedians got their start."

Have You Ever Heard Of The Borscht Belt?

According to Borscht Belt Museum.org,

"For generations of Jews in the New York metropolitan area, there was no doubt about the location of those “mountains.” Less than 100 miles from the cramped, sweltering tenements of Manhattan’s Lower East Side was a lush patchwork of forests, farms and bustling rural towns that hosted a summertime population of nearly a million urban strivers hungry for the clean air, fresh food and familiar camaraderie that even a garment worker or cab driver could afford."

Spending the summer in the Catskills sounds ideal.

"From the turn of the 20th century to the 1970s, more than 1,000 hotels, bungalow colonies, summer camps and boarding houses dotted the Catskill Mountains of southern New York. At first they came by train, and later, by bus and car along The Quickway, now known as Route 17."

Some may know this area or region to be called Solomon County, Jewish Alps or The Mountains. The Borscht Belt was also another term that most people remember the most.

How Can You Visit The Borscht Belt Museum In Ellenville, NY?

I took a day trip to the Borscht Belt Museum in Ellenville, NY. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a humorous sign stating "Come in and schmooze, free admission".

When I entered the museum, I was greeted by a volunteer. I was able to walk around and see memorabilia from the different resorts of the Borscht Belt region and community.

I was also told that this museum is a pop up for now, they will continue to change the set up as well. 2025 marks the year that the Borscht Belt Museum will officially open.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay

Take a Tour of Sullivan County, NY's Newest Underground Salt Cave

Crystal Connection is a 1890's antique, Methodist church located in Sullivan County, NY. This is a crystal lover's dream come true.

It's known for being

"One of the largest Crystal & Mineral destinations on the Northeast."

While this may be a place that some people gather often, others can refer to it as a hidden gem in the Hudson Valley. Crystal Connection can also be described as

"a sacred space & crystal haven"

I have never experienced anything similar to Crystal Connection before. The amount of crystals, crystal jewelry, singing bowls, sage and more are fascinating. Crystal Connection also hosts different events and fairs throughout the year.

Take a tour through Crystal Connection's newest underground salt cave experience.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay, Crystal Connection, YouTube