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Introducing Keepsake at THE Academy

Nestled in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Keepsake is the most breathtaking, chic wedding venue for couples who are looking for more than your average event space. We welcome you to host an unforgettable reception and ceremony, adding your own chapter to the property’s historic history.

Facilities and Capacity

The city-romantic reception space features impressive 20' ceilings accented with bright white structured beams and Edison-bulb lighting. The glowing natural light invited by the panoramic pane windows warms the natural oak farmhouse-styled tables and chairs, exposed brick, and modern brushed brass scones. With the ability to welcome 250 seated guests or up to 500 standing guests, we ensure no one needs to miss out on the fun.

Couples can arrange the space as they wish, empowering you to get creative and think big when planning your event. The spacious wedding suite is available for the party to use as a get-ready space, or simply to take a moment’s pause from the event.

Photo opportunities range from posing in front of our breathtaking murals by Surface of Beauty, inside our intimate private outdoor patio, and only steps away from the gorgeous Hudson Valley River views.

Pricing and Services Offered

With our management team having over 20 years of industry experience, our focus is to ensure every client has the event they have always dreamed of. This includes helping to set everything up on the day as well as cleaning up after the last guest has departed. We can provide tableware rentals including glassware and china, as well as table linens. Our trusted vendor partnerships can help cover any other needs you might have on your big day. We are best at taking your wishlist and incorporating them into our three ingredients for the perfect event; delicious food, flawless service, and a stunning venue.

As a full-service catering event space, we are providing custom culinary menus from our award-winning team. Using the best local ingredients available, Keepsake's menu was designed to impress all of the senses. Our skilled chefs focus on providing classic American fare cooked with passion while adhering to any dietary restrictions needed.

With Keepsake at The Academy not have a site fee for weddings, our rate of $170-185 per person, your guests will leave with memories to last a lifetime. This includes food, beverage, labor, gratuity, administrative fees. Whether you are looking for one of our standard packages or would like us to create a custom package to fit your specific needs, our team is looking forward to assisting each step of the way.

Elegantly urban, Keepsake is the choice for couples who are looking to host a one-of-a-kind event!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Catering Services

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$22

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of Keepsake at THE Academy

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Keepsake at The Academy received glowing reviews from couples who appreciated the unique and rustic yet classy venue, reasonable prices, exceptional service, and delicious food. The staff, including Dana and Heather, were highly praised for their helpfulness and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests enjoyed the spacious venue space, soundproofing, beautiful backdrops for photos, and ample dancing time. Despite a few logistical challenges for some reviewers, the overall experience was described as stress-free and memorable, making Keepsake a recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable wedding venue.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Keepsake at The Academy received glowing reviews from couples who appreciated the unique and rustic yet classy venue, reasonable prices, exceptional service, and delicious food. The staff, including Dana and Heather, were highly praised for their helpfulness and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests enjoyed the spacious venue space, soundproofing, beautiful backdrops for photos, and ample dancing time. Despite a few logistical challenges for some reviewers, the overall experience was described as stress-free and memorable, making Keepsake a recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable wedding venue.

Lauren
Lauren Sent on 10/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The wedding of our dreams!!!!!!

We had our wedding at Keepsake a few weeks ago and it was absolutely incredible!!!

Dana was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We loved doing our tasting there with our parents. We stopped by to tour the space multiple times since we planned most of it ourselves - and Dana was always there to answer questions and give great advice.

It is such a cool venue. We had a lot of unique ideas and different decorations for our ‘nerdy’ wedding haha. When we toured other venues they felt too dressy and fancy for our style. Keepsake is just rustic and unique enough - but still super classy - and the prices were WAY more reasonable than the other venues we toured.

And of course - the big day!!! The event ran sooo smoothly. Dana worked wonders with our day-of coordinator and vendors to get everything timed perfectly for ample dancing time!!! I had such a blast and there was literally zero stress on my part as the bride! Amazing! The music sounded great in the space despite the tall ceilings - it’s soundproofed well! The food was fantastic - you gotta get the crispy duck!! And the bar was on point. Thank you to all Keepsake staff for the work you did to create the wedding day of our dreams!!!
M
Marissa Sent on 06/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best experience!

My husband and I were married here April 2024 and could not have enjoyed our experience more. The events director, Heather was phenomenal to work with and made the experience great. She worked tirelessly with us to make our vision come to life, met countless times with me on site to explain and execute our vision. We are so appreciative of her expertise, time, consideration, and skill. The venue space is beautiful and unique and the food, cocktail hour, were phenomenal. Our guests could not have complimented the wedding more! We thank you Heather and the staff at KeepSake at The Academy for the wedding of our dreams!
D
Danielle Sent on 04/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Above and beyond

Our experience at Keepsake was amazing. Starting with our tour with Heather. She was so friendly and helpful, taking time to answer all of our questions and giving suggestions to guide us through our process. For the actual event we were paired up with Jedda who was equally as friendly and helpful. Jedda took it one step further and went above and beyond to make our event extra special. She suggested things to match our theme and added extra touches that made our event even more special. I loved working with her and would recommend her to anyone.
C
Camila Sent on 03/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Heather is amazing!

While we didn't pick this venue as our final choice due to logistics and cost, we have nothing but amazing things to say. The venue is located in downtown Poughkeepsie NY and it's a wonderful hidden treasure for any couple!

They have a spacious venue space that you can leave exactly the way it is, or is a great canvas to build on. We did a tour with Heather and she was kind, knowledgeable and flexible. We loved the modern foodhall vibe with classy touches everywhere. Their package and pricing are worth it, and the willingness of Heather to go above and beyond and modify the general package to our needs and wants wans amazing! Had the circumstance been different, this would have been the venue to go with!
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C47F814D275E5Ccc054B98Eb0F072Dbc19F18616 Sent on 01/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

professional

We had to cancel our wedding and they were super accommodating of our situation. Professional.
L
Lisa Sent on 01/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excited for future!

My recent tour of Keepsake was an exceptional experience thanks to the support provided by Heather. She was so friendly and made us feel welcomed from the minute we entered the space. She answered all of our questions and you could tell she has years of experience. Her insightful suggestions made us feel confident and comfortable. The event space itself was breathtaking. Heather not only acted as a sales representative but also as a trusted advisor and we are excited to see what the future holds.
Anna
Anna Sent on 09/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

My husband and I had the privilege of being the first wedding held at Keepsake and it went off without a hitch! It can be very overwhelming planning a wedding, but Heather, the events coordinator, was extremely thorough, informative and accommodating throughout the entire planning process. The venue itself and the provided tables/seating/dinnerware were all tastefully done. The space provides for the perfect canvas to make it your own, while still showcasing its architecture. We ended up taking all of our wedding photos at the venue as well since there were so many options for really great backdrops, and they turned out even better than I could have imagined! The food was delicious and elevated from other venues that I’ve tried, which was an important factor for us when choosing a venue. The dance floor was spacious, the bar was centrally located for all guests and the bridal suite was large enough to fit all 10 of my bridesmaids! We were super impressed with how the everything went from the early planning stages to the after party and highly recommend any newly engaged couple to consider Keepsake for their dream wedding!
J
Jennifer Sent on 11/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Christian's Helpfulness

Christian answered my questions over and over again, even when I would send them in 5 different emails. He answered right away and if he didn't have the answer he found out right away for me. He was helpful and is willing to work hard to make his customers happy.
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Keepsake at THE Academy frequently asked questions

Keepsake at THE Academy includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Catering Services
Keepsake at THE Academy includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Keepsake at THE Academy includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Keepsake at THE Academy for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Restaurant
Keepsake at THE Academy offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Keepsake at THE Academy offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Keepsake at THE Academy offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Keepsake at THE Academy offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Keepsake at THE Academy is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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