One of the best things to do in Beacon, NY is to check out the museum. The Beacon Museum of Art features a 45-minute guided tour of its exhibits and 65-acre grounds. The museum is also home to the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival in July. Open Friday through Monday from 9am to 7pm, the museum is a great place to spend an afternoon or evening. If you're visiting Beacon for the first time, make sure to stop by the Story Screen.