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About Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center
The Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center sits at the heart of Poughkeepsie, combining historic charm with versatile event spaces. Home to the VBI Theatre, the Grand Parlor, a conference room, and three art galleries, the center is a hub for performances, film screenings, openings, and private gatherings. Whether you’re catching a show or coordinating a meeting, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining.
Located at 9 & 12 Vassar Street, this cultural cornerstone is conveniently reachable from the Poughkeepsie Metro-North station and is within easy reach of downtown shops and eateries. Explore the schedule, secure your seats, and plan your visit with trusted recommendations.
All venues deserve a straightforward planning experience. At Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center, you’ll find a reliable, no-nonsense way to secure tickets, with clear seating information for the VBI Theatre and knowledge about parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and restaurants. For events, the VBI Theatre is paired with flexible spaces like the Grand Parlor and galleries, making it suitable for a wide range of performances and gatherings. Keep an eye on event listings for shows and performances. For a smooth visit, consider our recommended hotel and dining partners to complement your outing.
We’ve got you covered for every step: secure your seats, navigate parking, and arrange a comfortable stay at nearby hotels. If you need help with dates or seating specifics like great seats or the section you want, we can guide you through the options.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 9 & 12 Vassar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-3022.
- Venue type and capacity: two historic buildings housing the VBI Theatre (200 seats), Grand Parlor (up to 100 people), conference room, and three art galleries.
- Seating chart: VBI Theatre seating and a Theater Floor Plan are shown on the 12 Vassar Street page (VBI Theatre is the 200-seat venue).
- Parking: two designated parking lots (one next to the 12 Vassar Street building and one with an entrance on Lafeyette Street for the 9 Vassar Street building) plus a fee-based Municipal Parking Lot on Main Street.
- Transit: a short walk from the Poughkeepsie Metro-North station; directions note a 10-minute/short walk from the station via Main Street to Vassar Street.
- Nearby hotels: The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel & Conference Center (40 Civic Center Plaza), The Grandview (176 Rinaldi Boulevard), Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie (2750 South Road), Best Western Plus The Inn & Suites at the Falls (50 Red Oaks Mill Road).
- Notable events hosted: examples include West Side Theatrix Spotlight Cabaret (Jan 3, 2026); Matilda, The Musical Jr. (Jan 24 & Feb 1, 2026); Mary Poppins Jr. (Dec 2025–Jan 2026); Be More Chill (Jan 2026); Hudson Valley Symphony Orchestra Fall Fête (Sept 2025); and film/arts openings such as the Be The Poem premiere (Oct 2025).