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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 starting site fee?

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

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
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

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
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
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
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

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 in downtown Poughkeepsie, NY, is highly praised by couples for its exceptional service and beautiful venue space. Heather, the events director, received rave reviews for her friendliness, knowledge, and willingness to go above and beyond to make each event special. The venue offers a modern foodhall vibe with classy touches, spacious surroundings, and flexible packages that cater to individual needs. Despite not being the final choice for some due to logistics and cost, reviewers appreciated the accommodating and professional approach of the staff, particularly Heather and Christian.

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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 in downtown Poughkeepsie, NY, is highly praised by couples for its exceptional service and beautiful venue space. Heather, the events director, received rave reviews for her friendliness, knowledge, and willingness to go above and beyond to make each event special. The venue offers a modern foodhall vibe with classy touches, spacious surroundings, and flexible packages that cater to individual needs. Despite not being the final choice for some due to logistics and cost, reviewers appreciated the accommodating and professional approach of the staff, particularly Heather and Christian.

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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!
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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!
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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.
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