By Miller Dauk, Geography & Science, Technology, and Society, Class of 2024. Poughkeepsie traces its origins to its waterfront, where the city had its humble beginnings. Acquiring the nickname “the Queen City of the Hudson” was a testament to its economic and social ties with the river. The city’s ascent began in the 19th century,… Continue reading Poughkeepsie’s Historic Waterfront: Landscapes of Transportation
