Pop-up quiz time!
50 years ago today.......from August 15 - 18, 1969,
the renowned Woodstock concert was held in:
the renowned Woodstock concert was held in:
a) Woodstock, VT
b) Woodstock, NY
c) Woodstock, CT
d) None of the above.
Did you say "None of the above?"
Groovy! Give yourself a pat on the back.
If you didn't, don't freak out -- you're in good company.
If you didn't, don't freak out -- you're in good company.
I actually failed this test just a few years ago
when Mr. Goo Shoes and I spent a week at the Waterfall House
near Woodstock, NY (read about that, here.
We planned to visit the Woodstock museum,
which now sits on the concert site,
figuring it was close to where we were staying.
which now sits on the concert site,
figuring it was close to where we were staying.
After google-mapping it, I learned that it was 67 miles from the town of Woodstock.
What the what?
That just about blew my mind.
Mr. GS, who attempted to drive to the famed rock concert 50 years ago,
knew that it wasn't exactly in Woodstock,
but had no idea (or maybe he forgot) just how far it was from its namesake town.
He never made it to the concert -- he had to turn back -- because all the roads were closed.
But, perhaps if he had,
he might have remembered that it was actually held
on a 600-acre farm in Bethel Woods, NY.
He never made it to the concert -- he had to turn back -- because all the roads were closed.
But, perhaps if he had,
he might have remembered that it was actually held
on a 600-acre farm in Bethel Woods, NY.
The concert promoters intended to hold the concert in the town of Woodstock, NY,
but they were denied a permit.
A local farmer, Max Yasgur, offered up his property........
and half a million people descended upon this heretofore unknown country town.
The rest, as you know, is rock and roll history.
The investment backers of the festival were called Woodstock Ventures,
and, because the town of Woodstock had a reputation of being pretty hip
among those in the music world, the name Woodstock stuck.
Soooooooooo.....
There's Woodstock, and then there's Woodstock.
It wasn't until about three years ago that we finally made it to
the museum at Bethel Woods.
The grounds now consist of a beautiful complex,
housing the museum, an amphitheater, and performing arts center.
The museum showcases a lot of far-out 60's artifacts.
As for the other Woodstock.......the town........
we've been back a couple of times since our vacation there,
most recently in July.
We took a 90-mile ride one afternoon
because Mr. GS wanted to get a Woodstock 50th anniversary t-shirt.
It was a good excuse for a spur-of-the-moment road trip.
Most of the photos in this post are from that day; some are from previous visits.
Woodstock, NY is a cool little village that relishes its ties to the famous concert event.
It very much maintains its 60s vibe.......Can you dig it?
It's a great place to stroll through, grab a bite,
do some shopping, and get your inner hippie on.
If you can leave Woodstock without purchasing something tye-dyed,
or with a peace symbol on it,
well, you've got more self-control that I do.
The investment backers of the festival were called Woodstock Ventures,
and, because the town of Woodstock had a reputation of being pretty hip
among those in the music world, the name Woodstock stuck.
Soooooooooo.....
There's Woodstock, and then there's Woodstock.
It wasn't until about three years ago that we finally made it to
the museum at Bethel Woods.
The grounds now consist of a beautiful complex,
housing the museum, an amphitheater, and performing arts center.
The museum showcases a lot of far-out 60's artifacts.
As for the other Woodstock.......the town........
we've been back a couple of times since our vacation there,
most recently in July.
We took a 90-mile ride one afternoon
because Mr. GS wanted to get a Woodstock 50th anniversary t-shirt.
It was a good excuse for a spur-of-the-moment road trip.
Most of the photos in this post are from that day; some are from previous visits.
Woodstock, NY is a cool little village that relishes its ties to the famous concert event.
It very much maintains its 60s vibe.......Can you dig it?
It's a great place to stroll through, grab a bite,
do some shopping, and get your inner hippie on.
If you can leave Woodstock without purchasing something tye-dyed,
or with a peace symbol on it,
well, you've got more self-control that I do.
Happy 50th Anniversary, Woodstock!
Peace, Love and Rock and Roll!
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That's so cool, Amy. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis is great Amy. I was only 10 when Woodstock happened but I remember it well. Great information on the where and story behind the why it was not actually in Woodstock. That museum looks pretty groovy!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris
I knew it was in NY but had no idea it was so far away from Woodstock!
ReplyDeleteI always found it ironic that the town of Woodstock gained so much notoriety, not to mention revenue all these years from tourism, and they didn’t want to give a permit for the event.
ReplyDeleteIt’s too bad the 50th Anniversary celebration was cancelled. Seems the organizers had their priorities mixed up. What made Woodstock so special, among other things, was so many musicians launched their careers there, but it seems they just wanted ‘big names’ this go around.
Guess you can’t go home again :(.
xxx
I think I heard that it wasn't actually in Woodstock. It looks like a very cute town...just googled it and it is a 4 hour drive for me. I would love to visit someday....I have a little hippie in me still!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post, Amy! I was a wee bit too young (if it wasn't The Monkees, who cared? ;-) ) and too far away to pay attention to Woodstock. I know I'd love going there now. Thanks much for the tour!
ReplyDeleteNow that is so cool. I would love to go to that. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteFar out, man!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a cool looking town! Now I'm wondering if my friend from Sesame Street lives in Woodstock NY or CT? I should remember from Christmas cards!
ReplyDeleteSo, did you buy tie die? I love all the bright colors. Truly delightful and it sounds like a wonderful day out with very good memories all around!
beautiful images....
ReplyDeletehappy anniversary
What a fun place to visit. I was too little when Woodstock was popular. I enjoyed reading about this and looking at the photos!
ReplyDeleteThis is so groovy!!! When we heard that "Woodstock" was celebrating 50 years we gasped and realized that my SIL and BIL got married that weekend and that it must be their 50th wedding anniversary!!! Plans began immediately for a surprise celebration. We went all out and dressed in Tye Dye etc. for the party - everyone had a great time and we managed to totally surprise the anniversary couple. We must visit this area someday!
ReplyDeleteAmazing post with lots of informative and useful and amazing content. Well written and done!! Thanks for sharing keep posting.
ReplyDeleteOh wow.. those are some great pictures.. looks like a fun event.
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I'm a little late to this post, but I did enjoy it … fabulous photographs.
ReplyDeleteCan you believe we are now in September!
I wish you a happy ninth month.
All the best Jan