Artistic dove sculpture titled 'Hector's Inn Dove,' adorned with vibrant colors and musical elements, representing the rich cultural history of Hector's Inn in Bethel, NY. The dove captures the spirit of the iconic venue, known for its deep connection to the Woodstock festival.

3. Hector’s Inn

Town: Bethel

Artist: Kim Simons

About: Hector’s Inn, located in Bethel, New York, is a vibrant establishment that blends history, culture, and community spirit. The inn has been a fixture in the town, offering visitors a warm and welcoming atmosphere reflective of the area’s rich heritage. As part of the Dove Trail, Hector’s Inn proudly features the “Hector’s Inn dove,” a piece of art that captures the essence of the town and its enduring connection to the iconic Woodstock festival. The dove, created by a local artist, stands as a symbol of peace, creativity, and the close-knit community that Bethel represents.

Address: 8 Duggan Road
Bethel, NY 12720

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Close-up of the 'Hector's Inn Dove,' highlighting the intricate designs that reflect the musical heritage and community significance of Hector's Inn in Bethel, NY.

Location: Hector’s Inn

Hector’s Inn, nestled in the heart of Bethel, New York, is a historic and iconic establishment that has served as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike for decades. Known for its close ties to the legendary 1969 Woodstock festival, which took place just down the road, Hector’s Inn embodies the spirit of peace, love, and music that defines this vibrant community.

The inn offers a cozy, rustic atmosphere where patrons can relax and enjoy hearty food, cold drinks, and live music, often featuring local bands that carry on the area’s rich musical legacy. It’s a place where memories are made, whether you’re reminiscing about the Woodstock era, sharing stories with friends, or simply soaking in the laid-back vibe that makes Hector’s Inn a true gem of Bethel.

Stepping into Hector’s Inn feels like stepping back in time, yet it remains a lively and relevant part of the community today. Its walls are adorned with memorabilia and photos that tell the story of the inn’s storied past, creating a unique and welcoming environment for all who enter. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, Hector’s Inn offers a warm, friendly experience that keeps people coming back time and time again.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/HectorsInnBethel/

Artist: Kim Simons

Kim Simons is an artist, a multi-award winning, master level, cake and food artist. Kim has recently been featured on the Food Network’s, “Cake Wars: Christmas”, “Cake Wars”, “Duff Till Dawn”, “Outrageous Wedding Cakes” and “Sugar Dome”. Kim also has appeared on Telemundo’s, “Buenos Dias Nueva York”, where she presented one of her fabulous cakes to a live television audience to celebrate their first show, also performing and demoing live, creating huge food art pieces in Busch Gardens VA, Seaworld TX, Ohio, Tennessee and NY City. Kim, has been recognized in “Dessert Professional” magazine as one of the Top Ten Cake Artists in North America for 2013. Her cakes have also been featured in the “ICES” magazine, “Cake Masters” magazine, the “American Cake Decorating” magazine, “Today’s Woman” magazine, and “Cake Design France” magazine. Kim is not a traditional cake artist. She enjoys creating sculpturally unique and beautiful cakes, mastery of painting with edible colors, and the ability to sculpt incredibly realistic nature scenes. Kim has a reputation for creating amazingly realistic looking animals out of sugar and has earned the respect of her peers. In addition to her work in cakes and food, Kim has an extensive following in the painting and sculpturing worlds. She has commissioned works for the private, public and government sectors over the years. The public can also see her work in the War Memorial located in Monticello, NY and her Centennial Monument created exclusively for the town of Liberty, NY. It can be seen outside the Liberty Public Library.

  • Places to Stay
    • Happy Days Campground (454 Horseshoe Lake Rd. Swan Lake, NY 12783)
    • Horse & Hounds Bed and Breakfast (385 Hurd Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Bradstan Country Hotel (1561 NY-17B, White Lake, NY 12786)
  • Places to Eat
    • Hectors Inn (14 Dr. Duggan Road Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Catskill Distilling Company/ Dancing Cat Saloon (2037 State Rte. 17B Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Benji & Jakes (5 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Kauneonga Lake, NY 12749)
    • Big Kev’s (350 Royce Rd, Swan Lake, NY 12783)
    • The Local Table and Tap (3 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Kauneonga Lake, NY 12749)
    • Barrio Kitchen (1 Horseshoe Lake Rd, White Lake, NY 12786)
  • Places to Explore
    • Yasgur Road Productions (34 Yasgur Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Rosehaven Alpacas Boutique & Mill (2720 State Rte. 17B Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Stray Cat Gallery (2023 Rte. 17B Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Lake Superior State Park (342 Dr. Duggan Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
    • The Museum at Bethel Woods (200 Hurd Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Rolling Stone Ranch (282 West Shore Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
    • Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY 12720)

Photos by Paul Henshaw