The Hudson Opera House, Assemblymember Didi Barrett, and a consortium of regional cultural organizations, historic sites, galleries, shops, dining, and lodging establishments, launched a survey for visitors of "the greater region." The Hudson Area Visitor Survey is now online at www.hudsonareavisitorsurvey.com. George Wachtel of Audience Research & Analysis and Larisa Ortiz Associates is conducting the survey that covers a 50-mile radius from Hudson. “Cultural tourism plays an important role in drawing visitors to enjoy our historic treasures and vibrant arts scene,” says Assemblymember Didi Barrett. “It’s a key economic driver, and the Hudson Area Survey will help us to understand the tourism market to meet our growing needs. I wish to thank the State of New York for its generous support of this important initiative, and the Hudson community for working together to undertake this timely and useful survey.” ​ ​