Located in Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Hudson is known for its strong, vibrant community. Placing the arts at the centre of the community and its vision of the future, the Town is a favoured tourist destination for lovers of the visual arts, music, culture and nature.
Cultural Policy
On October 1st, 2025, Town Council adopted the Town of Hudson’s first Cultural Policy.
Why a cultural policy ? Culture is at the heart of Hudson! This tool will provide the town with a vision, guiding principles and orientations, as well as a 10-year action plan to guide the sustainability and strategic development of culture in Hudson.
Policy strengths and benefits :
- It was developed in consultation with the community. It is a solid municipal policy that will enable the town to support its strong cultural milieu while achieving its own objectives of supporting and developing culture according to its capacities and limits.
- This policy, and the resulting action plan, will make it possible to apply for grants from the Ministry of Communications and Culture.
- It will be an administrative tool that will, among other things, establish procedures and actions to protect, celebrate and conserve our built and natural heritage.
- This policy will be a tool to ensure the continuity of Hudson’s culture.
A story that is written in time
Hudson is a picturesque town situated 60 kilometres west of Montreal and 150 kilometres east of Ottawa. Officially founded in 1865, the Town was inhabited long before. Greenwood House in Hudson was built nearly 300 years ago during the regime of New France! In 2015, the Town celebrated its 150th anniversary and major festivities were staged throughout the year for the occasion.
Uniqueness
Hudson has a unique character that distinguishes it from the rest of the region. Bordered to the north by the Ottawa River, the Town has a thriving arts community and enjoys a beautiful natural setting. Its quiet, rural landscape attracts a large number of artists and musicians who draw inspiration from the locale.
Arts and culture
Placing the arts at the centre of the community and its vision of the future, Hudson hosts many exhilarating events and cultural venues. Every summer for a whole week, the Hudson Music Festival attracts many tourists to the Town. For over 20 years, the Village Theatre has offered a varied annual program to playgoers, and the Hudson Museum recounts the fascinating story of this small village.
A bilingual community
The bilingual status of the Town unites its flourishing anglophone and francophone community which numbers around 5,400. Residents and visitors alike enjoy Hudson for its quaint shops and gourmet restaurants.
A picturesque setting
Hudson’s beautiful natural scenery encourages a healthy, outdoor lifestyle with many nature trails. Le Nichoir, a well known wild bird rehabilitation centre, is located in the municipal wildlife reserve and is dedicated to its environmental values.
A destination of choice
With its vibrant cultural community, Hudson is a great place to live and a favourite tourist destination for lovers of the visual arts, music and culture — a place where you can immerse yourself in a beautiful, pastoral setting.
Tourist information office
Stephen F. Shaar Community Centre
394, Main Road, Hudson J0P 1H0
450-458-5347, extension 3703
