About
Madam Brett Homestead, built around 1709 at 50 Van Nydeck Ave in Beacon, is billed as the oldest building in Dutchess County. It was home to Catheryna "Madam" Brett, Beacon's first European settler.
Inside the House
The Melzingah Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution owns the house and leads tours through its 17 rooms of period furnishings, including a colonial-era kitchen and a collection of China-trade porcelain.
Seven Generations
Seven generations of the Brett family lived here, and during the Revolutionary War, militia supplies were stored in the basement.
Before You Go
Tours are offered on a limited schedule, so call or email ahead to plan a visit. Nearby, Scenic Hudson's Madam Brett Park follows Fishkill Creek to the Hudson.
Address
50 Van Nydeck Ave, Beacon, NY 12508