The community of Kingston, New York is made up of extraordinary people doing extraordinary things. We deeply value this town we call home and those within it!
The Impossible Dream
The Rowan team created an accessible living space for our friend Deborah Mellen, founder of The Impossible Dream. The non-profit operates a universally accessible catamaran, dedicated to engaging the global community to raise awareness to barrier-free design. It inspires people with disabilities, wounded soldiers, disadvantaged youth, and their families to improve their independence and quality of life.
Cabinet of Wonder
There's a lot of magick that happens behind the walls of Rowan Woodwork. Recently, we had the chance to finish a beautiful hand-carved secret miniature theater cabinet by world renowned Matty Gordon. Cabinet of Wonder is a project by The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chicago Children’s Theatre, in collaboration with creative powerhouse (and Kez regular) Natalie Merchant.
TRANS JOY REVOLUTION
We were the proud host of Trans Joy Revolution’s 2025 stuff swap! Trans Joy Revolution is a collective effort, by and for our trans and gender nonconforming community, rooted in love, kindness, and care. They are a mutual aid group focused on community building and liberation within the Hudson Valley of New York. All who want to be in a trans centered space are welcome.
Hudson River Maritime Museum
The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related communities. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard its floating classroom, Solaris.
The Chairmaker’s toolbox
The Chairmaker’s Toolbox works to empower historically excluded makers through the art of woodcraft by creating opportunities in the fields of chairmaking & green woodworking. The site is a gathering place - of people, projects and opportunities. They invite you to investigate projects, find classes, buy tools, apply for scholarships, find studios & classes designed to create safer spaces for historically excluded makers, participate in change, and get support.
Midtown Business Alliance of Kingston
The Midtown Business Alliance of Kingston serves as a way for our neighboring small businesses to lift each other up. The group meets monthly to discuss ways to promote and assist in the growth and development throughout the City of Kingston in a fair and equitable way.
Follow along on Instagram to attend the next meeting or take part in an event.