The Hudson Historic District encompasses the core of the original 19th-century town and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The central green — called the Village Green or Commons — is the heart of the district, ringed by Federal and Greek Revival commercial and residential buildings from the 1820s through 1860s. The whole ensemble feels remarkably intact.
Walking the streets around the green, you will pass the 1839 Brewster Mansion, the 1843 town hall, and a string of well-preserved shop fronts along Main Street. It is not a living museum but a real working town, which gives it an honesty that many historic districts lack. The independent shops and restaurants that line the green add life without spoiling the character.