Thirty Years of Historic Hudson.
The Next Chapter Begins Here.
Built in 1811–1812 and transformed by A. J. Davis, the Dr. Oliver Bronson House is Hudson’s only National Historic Landmark. Since 1997, Historic Hudson has worked to preserve the house, its landscape and its future.
In celebration of Historic Hudson’s 30th anniversary, help us raise $30,000 by December 31 to launch the next chapter of preservation at the Dr. Oliver Bronson House.
For thirty years, Historic Hudson has worked to protect Hudson’s architectural heritage and secure the future of this remarkable landmark.
This anniversary campaign is not an endpoint—it is the first milestone in a broader effort to build awareness, grow our community and establish sustained support for the years ahead.
The goal is $30,000.
The purpose is much larger.
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What Your Gift Makes Possible
Your gift will help Historic Hudson continue the care of the Bronson House, expand public access and interpretation, and prepare for the next phase of preservation and the long-term vision for Bronson Park.
Protect the house and historic landscape
Share its story through tours and interpretation
Prepare for future restoration and Bronson Park
Thirty Years of Preservation in Action
1997 — The Work Begins
The Work Begins, 1997: The Dr. Oliver Bronson House, prior to Historic Hudson's stewardship.
Historic Hudson begins advocating for the Bronson House, then derelict after twenty-five years of abandonment. That same year, the organization successfully opposes a proposed factory on seven acres of the historic landscape fronting Worth Avenue.
2003 — National Recognition
Window Restoration, 2009–2010: Historic Hudson restored or replicated forty-one damaged and missing windows, replacing the protective wooden coverings that had sealed the house for years.
The Dr. Oliver Bronson House and Estate are designated a National Historic Landmark, affirming the property’s exceptional importance to American architecture and landscape design.
2008 — Historic Hudson Becomes Steward
Historic Hudson enters into a thirty-year lease with New York State, assuming stewardship of the house and responsibility for its restoration.
Phase I Restoration, 2011–2012: Phase I stabilized the roof and building envelope, protecting the house from further deterioration while archaeological investigation documented its historic fabric.
2009–2010 — The Windows Are Restored
Forty-one damaged or missing windows are restored or accurately replicated, replacing the heavy wooden coverings that had protected the openings from weather and vandalism.
2011–2012 — Phase I Stabilization
The Bourne Legacy, 2012: Rachel Weisz appears on the studio recreation of the Bronson House’s distinctive elliptical staircase in The Bourne Legacy.
Phase I of the Stabilization and Restoration Plan is completed, focusing on the roof and building envelope and including archaeological investigation of the property.
2012 — The Bourne Legacy
Phase II Restoration, 2014–2017: Work on the south elevation stabilized the structure and removed a deteriorated twentieth-century kitchen addition that threatened the historic wall.
The Bronson House represented the home of Rachel Weisz’s character in The Bourne Legacy. Exterior scenes were filmed on location, while its distinctive interiors—including the elliptical staircase pictured here—were meticulously recreated on a studio set. Production fees helped Historic Hudson secure a portion of the private matching funds needed for Phase II restoration and introduced the house to an international audience.
2014–2017 — Phase II Stabilization
Phase II stabilizes the south side of the house and removes a twentieth-century kitchen addition that disrupted the building’s historic symmetry and threatened the south wall. The project also includes the abatement of hazardous materials in three areas of the house.
2026 — The Next Chapter Begins
Historic Hudson celebrates its thirtieth anniversary with renewed commitment to the continued stewardship of the Bronson House, expanded public access and the advancement of the vision for Bronson Park.