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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Orange County, New York

 
Clickable Map of Orange County, New York and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Orange County, NY (564) Dutchess County, NY (337) Putnam County, NY (139) Rockland County, NY (267) Sullivan County, NY (164) Ulster County, NY (267) Passaic County, NJ (138) Sussex County, NJ (96) Pike County, PA (128)  OrangeCounty(564) Orange County (564)  DutchessCounty(337) Dutchess County (337)  PutnamCounty(139) Putnam County (139)  RocklandCounty(267) Rockland County (267)  SullivanCounty(164) Sullivan County (164)  UlsterCounty(267) Ulster County (267)  PassaicCountyNew Jersey(138) Passaic County (138)  SussexCounty(96) Sussex County (96)  PikeCountyPennsylvania(128) Pike County (128)
Goshen is the county seat for Orange County
Adjacent to Orange County, New York
      Dutchess County (337)  
      Putnam County (139)  
      Rockland County (267)  
      Sullivan County (164)  
      Ulster County (267)  
      Passaic County, New Jersey (138)  
      Sussex County, New Jersey (96)  
      Pike County, Pennsylvania (128)  
 
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301 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Marion Rohner
On Kingston Avenue (U.S. 209) north of E Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Mrs. Rohner, Den Mother of Den 1, Pack 173, holds the Guiness World Record for Longest serving Den Mother In the world. 43 years - 2001Map (db m193892) HM
302 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — N.J. Line War
On U.S. 209 at Maple Crest Lane, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 209.
Land of Westfall & Co. was settled on Jersey claim 1698. Attacked by armed New Yorkers from Goshen and Peenpack 1701-1759.Map (db m193887) HM
303 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — N.J. Line War
On U.S. 209 at Hamilton Street, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 209.
Hendrick Decker and his brother, Jan, settled here about 1689. Headquarters of N.J. Line Commissioners and Surveyors, 1719Map (db m193891) HM
304 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Old Mine Road
On E Main Street (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling north.
Oldest 100-mile road in America. Built by Dutch miners before 1664 from Kingston to copper mines near Delaware Water Gap.Map (db m20544) HM
305 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Oldest Church
On E Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Organized in 1737 and formed by early Dutch settlers. It is the oldest congregation in the area. Present edifice built in 1868.Map (db m20543) HM
306 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Park Avenue
On Park Avenue (New York State Route 42) north of W Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
Park Avenue Constructed 1933 To Provide Employment for the Residents of the City of Port Jervis Wendell E. Phillips, Mayor Fred M. Davis, Alderman-at-Large Aldermen Frank J. Forrie · James F. Tierney · John F. Cross · Harry A. Ott · . . . Map (db m194014) HM
307 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On Pike Street at Front Street, on the left when traveling north on Pike Street.
Named for John B. Jervis, engineer who built D and H Canal. Indian name Maghaghkamik or Minisink. First settler, 1690.Map (db m20563) HM
308 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
Named for John B. Jervis, engineer, who built D. and H. Canal. Was called Mahackemeck by Indians. First settler, 1690.Map (db m107167) HM
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309 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On U.S. 209 at Van Avenue, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 209.
Named for John B. Jervis, Engineer who built D and H Canal. Indian name Maghaghkamik or Minisink First settler, 1690Map (db m193890) HM
310 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On Park Avenue (New York State Route 42) north of W Main Street, on the left when traveling north.
Named for John B. Jervis, Engineer who built D and H Canal. Indian name Maghaghkamik or Minisink First settler, 1690Map (db m194013) HM
311 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis Fire Department
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Delaware Drive, on the right when traveling south on Pike Street.
Dedicated to the memory of our firefighters who have served God and community Maghogomock Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1 Org. 1858 • Neversink Engine Co. No. 1 Org. 1850 • Delaware Engine Co. No. 2 . . . Map (db m231606) HM
312 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Site of Fort Van Auken
Near Country Club Drive. Reported missing.
Unsuccessfully attacked by Mohawks and Tories led by Joseph Brant in raid on this valley, July 20, 1779Map (db m167760) HM
313 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Stephen Crane
On Sussex Street at Broome Street, on the right when traveling west on Sussex Street.
In this park Stephen Crane interviewed men of the famed Civil War Orange Blossoms regiment and then wrote The Red Badge of Courage, published in 1895Map (db m107120) HM
314 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Tap Stone Inn
On Tap Stone Lane, on the left.
and stagecoach stop First meeting of Greenville was held here December 3, 1853Map (db m48855) HM
315 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — The American Revolution1775 - 1783 — Against All Odds —
On Broome Street north of Sussex Street, on the left when traveling north.
In honor of the brave patriots who sacrificed their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor, and whose wisdom, determination, and fortitude brought forth a new nation under God, dedicated to liberty and freedom. "We the People" September . . . Map (db m107115) WM
316 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — The Crane House
On East Main Street (U.S. 6) 0.2 miles west of Kingston Avenue (U.S. 209), on the left when traveling west.
The home of Judge William Crane from 1890-1901.  His brother Stephen visited from 1891 - 1896 creating some of his finest works.Map (db m30534) HM
317 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — The Erie Depot
On Jersey Avenue at Fowler Street, on the right when traveling south on Jersey Avenue.
Built in 1892, enlarged in 1912, this building served as the Delaware Division's largest station until its closing in the mid 1970's. Dedicated July 4 1986Map (db m107250) HM
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318 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Toll House
On Pike Street (U.S. 6) at Water Street, on the right when traveling south on Pike Street.
This building, a toll house for the bridge spanning the Delaware from 1871 – 1922, was incorporated into the Flo-Jean Restaurant in 1929. Donated by the Wallace FamilyMap (db m24479) HM
319 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Tow PathD & H Canal
On W Main Street at Grand View Avenue, on the left when traveling west on W Main Street.
Opened 1828,   Closed 1898. From Honesdale, Pa., to Kingston. Carried coal to New York City.Map (db m20562) HM
320 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Trolley Line
On E Main Street (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling south.
From 1898 to 1924 the Port Jervis Traction Co. operated a line along the city’s streets from tri-states to Sparrowbush.Map (db m20551) HM
321 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — U.S. Naval Services Honored DeadIn Memoriam
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
Shipmates of the U.S. Naval Services who sacrificed that this nation might live. Navy • Coast Guard • Seabees • Marines Dedicated August 14, 1955Map (db m107184) WM
322 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Upper Delaware Scenic Byway
On Park Avenue (New York State Route 42) north of W Main Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Upper Delaware Scenic Byway (New York State Route 97) follows the Upper Delaware River through the western parts of Delaware, Sullivan, and Orange Counties. This unique highway connects the rafting and bluestone village of Hancock to the . . . Map (db m194146) HM
323 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — V. Edward Keshian
On Hammond Street just east of Sussex Street, on the right when traveling west.
This "Little Library" is dedicated to V. Edward Keshian in recognition of his years of committed service to many civic & charitable organizations. The founder of the Friends of the Library, he was a member of many groups from the American . . . Map (db m231587) HM
324 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Veterans Memorial
On Hammond Street at Sussex Street, on the right when traveling west on Hammond Street.
Dedicated to veterans of all United States conflicts who struggled to preserve the principles of the United States Constitution.Map (db m231589) WM
325 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Vietnam War Memorial
On Sussex Street at Broome Street, on the left when traveling east on Sussex Street.
In honor of all the men and women who served our nation in Vietnam from 1959 - 1975 In Memoriam to those men and women from the Tri-State Area who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country [Roll of Honored Dead] . . . Map (db m107122) WM
326 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — War Memorial
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
To all men and women from all warsMap (db m107187) WM
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327 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — War on Terrorism Memorial
On Broome Street south of Pike Street (U.S. 6/209), on the left when traveling south.
This monument is dedicated to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country in the war against terrorism [Roll of Honored Dead] Brian L. Pavlich, SSgt, US Army, 3/11/2003 Irving Medina, Spc, US Army, . . . Map (db m107126) WM
328 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Wihlahoosa Cave
On Neversink Drive (County Route 80).
Major Johannesa Decker, wounded by Indians of Brant's raiding party, escaped by hiding in the cave above July 20, 1779.Map (db m167761) HM
329 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Willmore Pavlich & Howard Tarkett WWII MemorialIn Memoriam
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
Willmore Pavlich & Howard Tarkett Members of Maghogomock H. & L. Co. They gave their lives in World War II Dedicated July 4, 1951Map (db m107186) WM
330 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — World War II Memorial
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
This memorial is dedicated to those in this vicinity who paid the supreme sacrifice in World War II Albert Adams • Raymond F. Adams • James C. Alward Emerson T. Augston • Clifford J. Barthelmes • Donald R. Bauer Donald Burns • Bernard . . . Map (db m107176) WM
331 New York, Orange County, Rock Tavern — Colden Family Cemetery
On Maple Avenue, 0.3 miles south of New York State Route 17K, on the left when traveling south.
Established by Lt. Governor Cadwallader Colden after 1727 for family members and slaves Town of Montgomery 1983Map (db m136094) HM
332 New York, Orange County, Salisbury Mills — Blooming Grove War Memorial
On Orrs Mills Road (County Road 20) at Clove Road (County Road 27) on Orrs Mills Road.
[west face] N.Y.S.V. To the memory of Capt. Richard Caldwell, Co. 25th U. S. Infantry and the men from Blooming Grove who fought and died in the war of 1812-1815. Plattsburg [south face] Appomattox [east face] To the memory of Capt. Isaac . . . Map (db m24294) WM
333 New York, Orange County, Salisbury Mills — The Caldwell Family
On Orrs Mills Road (County Route 20) 0.2 miles north of Route 94 (New York State Route 94).
Owned these three houses. Emigrated from Ireland 1798-99. Settled in Salisbury Mills 1802. Here operated a general store, mill and tanning business.Map (db m24262) HM
334 New York, Orange County, Scotchtown — Scotchtown
On Blumel Road (County Route 63) west of Goshen Turnpike (County Route 101), on the right when traveling north.
George Houston settled in 1787. In early 1800’s a thriving community with church, store, wagon & blacksmith shops, a post office and schoolhouse. Memorialized 1996 Town of WallkillMap (db m136099) HM
335 New York, Orange County, Slate Hill — First Presbyterian Church, Ridgebury, N. Y.
On Ridgebury Hill Road north of Ridgebury Road, on the right when traveling south.
Organized in 1792 by the Rev. Isaac Sargent. Present building erected 1841.Map (db m190128) HM
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336 New York, Orange County, Sparrow Bush — Deerpark Veterans Memorial
On Main Street south of West Lane, on the right when traveling south.
“All Gave Some — Some Gave All” Dedicated to the memory of all who proudly served and protected their country.Map (db m194144) WM
337 New York, Orange County, Sparrow Bush — Indian Raid
On New York State Route 42, 1 mile north of New York State Route 97.
Route taken by Col. Brant with captives and cattle taken in in sack of Minisink (Port Jervis) July 20, 1779Map (db m53052) HM
338 New York, Orange County, Sparrow Bush — Sparrowbush
On Main Street south of West Lane, on the left when traveling north.
Named for H.L. Sparrow Dealer in ship-knee timber rafted down the Delaware River to Philadelphia shipyards in the early 1800’sMap (db m194015) HM
339 New York, Orange County, Sparrow Bush — Sparrowbush UMC
On Main Street at Lower Brook Road, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
Dedicated Thanksgiving 1868 Incorporated Feb 12 1883 Purchased parsonage 1919 Historically serving the Sparrowbush communityMap (db m194030) HM
340 New York, Orange County, Sparrow Bush — Sparrowbush Veterans Memorial
On Main Street at Lower Brook Road, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
This Memorial Is Erected by Community of Sparrowbush, N.Y. And Dedicated to The Sacred Memory of These Who made the Supreme Sacrifice For God and Country 1941 – in World War II – 1945 Albert Adams · David Eckes · Donald Middleton · . . . Map (db m194032) HM
341 New York, Orange County, Sparrowbush — 24 — Cahoonzie — Legends & Lore —
On New York State Route 42.
Hamlet named for Chief Cahoonzie or Cahoonshee buried nearby ca. 1750. Last of his tribe to live here. Wise leader, stood 7 ft tall.Map (db m129022) HM
342 New York, Orange County, Sugar Loaf — Hambletonian
On Hambletonian Road, 0.9 miles north of East Ridge Road, on the right when traveling north.
Hambletonian Foaled here May 5, 1849 Progenitor of America's Famed Trotters and Pacers.Map (db m22878) HM
343 New York, Orange County, Sugar Loaf — Sugar Loaf Community of Craftsmen
On Kings Highway at Pine Hill Road, on the right when traveling south on Kings Highway.
Founded circa 1749 on Kings Highway in the Wawayanda Land PatentMap (db m22431) HM
344 New York, Orange County, Sugar Loaf — Sugar Loaf School District #4
On Kings Highway, 0 miles west of Kings Highway Bypass (County Route 13), on the left when traveling west.
Formed 28 April 1836 from School Dist. #11. School from 1836-1934 Meeting House to 1955. 1/5 ac. sold by J. J. Hallock for $50. Trustees: D. Roe - J. Knapp - J. WoodMap (db m22432) HM
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345 New York, Orange County, Town of Deerpark — Camp Site
On U.S. 209, on the left when traveling north.
Second N. Y. regiment, on way to Stroudsburg May 7, 1779 to build road to Wyoming for Sullivan's march against Indians.Map (db m62476) HM
346 New York, Orange County, Town of Deerpark — Neversink Drive (Horn Road)
On Neversink Drive (County Route 80) 0.1 miles east of U.S. 209, on the right.
Along this old road are scenes of events in the raid by the Mohawk Chief, Joseph Brant, July 20, 1779Map (db m62475) HM
347 New York, Orange County, Tuxedo Park — Race Track Nature Preserve
On Tuxedo Road at Cluhouse Road, on the right when traveling west on Tuxedo Road.
Established 1887 as a polo field & site of the horse racing & dog showground until 1941. Restored as a nature preserve 2016 Tuxedo Park Tree Advisory Board NY Historical SiteMap (db m232445) HM
348 New York, Orange County, Tuxedo Park — Sterling Furnace
Near Old Forge Rd close to Sterling Lake Road, on the left when traveling north.
This tablet was erected by the Daughters of the Revolution State of New York June 23, 1906 To commemorate the ruins of Sterling Furnace Which was built on this spot in 1751. This furnace is believed to have been the first place in the State of New . . . Map (db m180865) HM
349 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — Brewster Forge Site
On Forge Hill Road (County Route 74), on the left when traveling east.
Parts of Great Chain designed to obstruct British navigation of Hudson, 1776-1778, fabricated here during American Revolution. Mem. Louis San Giacomo 1916-1980Map (db m8211) HM
350 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — Hutsites 1782-1783
On Temple Hill Road (Freedom Highway) (New York State Route 300) 1.4 miles north of Five Corners (Route 94), on the left when traveling north.
Final winter encampment of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Site of the huts of 4th & 7th Regiments of Massachusetts troops until a peace was declared Apr. 19, 1783Map (db m24269) HM
351 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — Knox Headquarters
On Forge Hill Road (County Route 74), on the right when traveling east.
. . . Map (db m8207) HM
352 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — The Ellison Gristmill
Near Forge Hill Road, on the right when traveling east.
A gristmill owned by Thomas Ellison, and later by his son John, was in operation at this location by 1741. Water from an upstream millpond was carried here through an underground tunnel called a raceway. To the left is the foundation which supported . . . Map (db m8242) HM
353 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — The Forge
On Forge Hill Road, on the left when traveling east.
. . . Map (db m8232) HM
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354 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — The King’s Highway
On Forge Hill Road, on the right when traveling east.
This gentle slope was part of a King’s Highway constructed in 1741 and known locally as the Goshen Road. When the Ellison’s stone house was built here in 1754, it faced this heavily traveled highway. Over this road various grains were brought . . . Map (db m8237) HM
355 New York, Orange County, Vails Gate — Vails Gate, N.Y.
On Blooming Grove Turnpike (New York State Route 94), on the right when traveling west.
Named after John D. Vail the postmaster & toll gate keeper for the Blooming Grove Turnpike Company, was formerly known as Mortonville and Tookers Gate prior to 1850.Map (db m16823) HM
356 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Chester Militia
On Main Street (New York State Route 94) 0.1 miles north of Academy Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Organized in 1775 as Capt. John Jackson's Co. in Col. William Allison's Goshen Regt. Served at River Forts and MinisinkMap (db m22467) HM
357 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Denton Grist Mill
On Brookside Avenue (New York State Route 17M) 0.5 miles Academy Avenue (New York State Route 94), on the left.
Otterkill On this stream the first grist mill was operated before 1785, owned by Jonas Denton and run by his son, Thomas DentonMap (db m164338) HM
358 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — First Post Office in Chester
On Brookside Avenue (New York State Route 17M) 0.1 miles Academy Avenue (New York State Route 94), on the right.
Site of First Post Office in Chester was located in a small building here in 1794. James Wickham, postmasterMap (db m22425) HM
359 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — First Presbyterian Church
On Main Street (New York State Route 94) 0.1 miles north of Academy Avenue (New York State Route 94), on the left when traveling north.
Founded 1798 First Presbyterian Church Oldest church in Chester Sanctuary dedicated in 1854 replacing two former sites. Additions in 1884 and 1987Map (db m22424) HM
360 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Hambletonian
On High Street (New York State Route 94) at Hambletonian Avenue, on the right when traveling south on High Street.
Hambletonian, world famous standard bred harness racing stallion lived on a nearby farm, where he died in 1876 a the age of 27. Monument, west on Hambletonian Avenue.Map (db m22455) HM
361 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Hambletonian MonumentThe Great Progenitor of Trotters
On Hambletonian Avenue (New York State Route 94) just north of Oakland Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Hambletonian. The Great Progenitor of Trotters Born May 5, 1849 Died March 27, 1876Map (db m22544) HM
362 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Korean and Viet Nam Wars Monument
On Main Street, 0 miles east of High Street (New York State Route 94).
American Legion (emblem) The placement of this monument is to honor and perpetuate the memory of those veterans who served and those who died during the Korean and Viet Nam Wars ... And also to recognize those other veterans for . . . Map (db m22543) HM
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363 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Revolutionary Militia of Orange and Ulster
On Main Street (U.S. 94) 0.1 miles Academy Avenue (Route 94), on the left when traveling north.
Revolutionary Militia of Orange and Ulster assembled here, Dec., 1776. Col. Woodhull Camped Here, 1777. Dec., 1778, Militia met to March to MinisinkMap (db m34328) HM
364 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — Wawayanda Patent
On Main Street at NYS 94 (High Street) (New York State Route 94), on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Covering about half of present Orange County was granted by Gov. Cornbury Mar. 5, 1703 to John Bridges and eleven associates.Map (db m22506) HM
365 New York, Orange County, Village of Chester — World War I Monument & Chester Bicentennial Commission Time Capsule
On Main Street, 0 miles east of High Street (New York State Route 94), on the right when traveling east.
In Honor of The Men and Women of the Town of Chester Who Served Their Country 1917 - In The World War - 1919 [Column 1:] Charles Babcock, Jr.; John E. Bailey; George W. Bartow; William D. Bartow; Anthony S. Becker; . . . Map (db m22545) HM
366 New York, Orange County, Village of Monroe — First Settler
On Stage Road, 0 miles Millpond Parkway, on the right when traveling south. Reported missing.
of the the Village of Monroe Home of David Smith, Miller. Built circa 1741 19th Century additions by Jeremiah Knight & family Restored 1953 David & Ann BushMap (db m31367) HM
367 New York, Orange County, Walden — Riverside Farm
On Wallkill Road, 0.4 miles north of North Montgomery Street (New York State Route 52), on the right when traveling north.
The original portion of this farm house dates to the 18th centry. In 1851 it was purchased by Nathaniel DuBois who added and remodeled into the Greek Revival style. The Phelps family acquired the farm in 1922.Map (db m29445) HM
368 New York, Orange County, Walden — Town of Montgomery Civil War Monument1861-1865
On Scofield Street at Orchard Street (Municipal Square), on the left when traveling north on Scofield Street.
Erected by the Town, in honor of the men of Montgomery, who fought, and to the memory of those who died in the war for the unity of the Republic.Map (db m147384) WM
369 New York, Orange County, Walden — Walden House
On North Montgomery Street (New York State Route 52) 0.1 miles north of Oak Street, on the left when traveling north.
Built early 1700’s on 1000 acre Gatehouse Patent. Purchased by Jacob T. Walden. The Wallkill powered his textile mills.Map (db m29446) HM
370 New York, Orange County, Wallkill — John Tears InnBuilt 1770-1790
On Goshen Turnpike (Route 101) at Midland Lake Road, on the right when traveling north on Goshen Turnpike.
Stagecoaches stopped here to find food and lodging for weary turnpike travelers. The stepping stone used by passengers still stands. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Map (db m136700) HM
371 New York, Orange County, Wallkill — Midway Park 1894-1924
On Philipsburg Road at East Main Street (County Route 67), on the left on Philipsburg Road.
Area’s popular trolley amusement park. Featured roller coaster, lake and pavilions. Closed due to demise of trolley system.Map (db m45661) HM
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372 New York, Orange County, Warwick — "The Colony"Town of Warwick
On Nelson Rd at Cooper Rd., on the right when traveling south on Nelson Rd.
Founded in 1919 by Sterling Forest Farms Corporation as the first African-American vacation community in New York State.Map (db m29643) HM
373 New York, Orange County, Warwick — 1795 Cemetery
On Galloway Road (New York State Route 17A) at Forester Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Galloway Road.
Second oldest ground of the Old School Baptist Church containing graves of many early Warwick residents. Owned by Historical Society.Map (db m21093) HM
374 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Bellvale
On Mt. Peter Road (New York State Route 17A) west of Iron Forge Road, on the right when traveling east.
Settlers were attracted to this beautiful valley by the swift flowing waters of the Longhouse Creek which provided power for mills.Map (db m21095) HM
375 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Burgoyne’s Army
On Maple Avenue (New York State Route 17A), on the left when traveling north.
Prisoners of war after Battle of Saratoga marched south along this road Dec. 3, 1778.Map (db m21079) HM
376 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Camp Site
Used by troops on way to join General Sullivan at Easton in spring of 1779 and on return in fall of that year.Map (db m21081) HM
377 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Campground
On Galloway Road (New York State Route 17A) at Forester Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Galloway Road.
of Third New Hampshire regiment returning from Sullivan – Clinton campaign against the Six Nations Oct. 1, 1779.Map (db m21080) HM
378 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Chuckhass
On Galloway Road (New York State Route 17A) at South Street, on the right when traveling east on Galloway Road.
Signed Indian deed 1703 to Wawayanda patent lands. Lived ½ mile south on Benj. Aske’s farm named Warwick by owner in 1719.Map (db m21092) HM
379 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Conrad Sly Homestead
On Maple Avenue (New York State Route 17A), on the right when traveling north.
Settled in Warwick 1778, a blacksmith who forged Rev. War chain that crossed Hudson River at West Point. Pvt. in Col. Hathorn’s Regt. The Sly FamilyMap (db m21090) HM
380 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Hallowed Ground
On Forrester Ave, 0 miles north of Galloway Rd (New York State Route 17A) when traveling north.
This park was purchased by the Village of Warwick with state fund; corporate and individual donations to the Warwick Conservancy, Inc.Map (db m34094) HM
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381 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Hathorn House
On Hathorn Rd at County Route 1A, on the right when traveling south on Hathorn Rd.
Built 1773 by General John Hathorn Commander, Warwick Militia during RevolutionMap (db m149364) HM
382 New York, Orange County, Warwick — 333 — Meeting House
On Main Street (U.S. 94) at High Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Old School Baptist Congregation Organized 1764 Meeting House Built 1810. Purchased By The Warwick Historical Society In 1951.Map (db m149365) HM
383 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Morehouse 1767
On Hathorn Rd north of County Route 1A, on the right when traveling south.
Natl. Reg. Hist. Places Adunijah of Connecticut Wife Sarah Brower of L.I. Old School Baptists Later Sanford & Raynor Fam.Map (db m164341) HM
384 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Old School Baptist Church
On High Street, on the right when traveling west.
Built 1810 Organized 1764 • James Benedict Elder Ordained Nov. 7, 1765 • Map (db m40607) HM
385 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Orange County
On New York State Route 94 at Barrett Rd, on the right when traveling east on State Route 94.
One of original counties of the Province of New York, established 1683 by Gov. Thomas Dongan, named for William, Prince of Orange.Map (db m81838) HM
386 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Order of the Eastern Star
On Main Street at West Street, on the left when traveling north on Main Street.
Warwick Chapter No. 508 Order of the Eastern Star organized in 1911. In 1928 when this bldg. was built by Warwick Masonic Lodge No. 544 F. & A.M. OES met here until 1993 when they merged with Queen Esther Chapter No. 163 Middletown, N.Y.Map (db m40605) HM
387 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Residence site of James Burt
On New York State Route 17A, 0.2 miles east of Forester Ave, on the left when traveling east.
Residence site of James Burt 1761-1852 Lieutenant in Revolution Assemblyman and Senator 1797-1826Map (db m47778) HM
388 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Sayerville
On New York State Route 17A, on the left when traveling east.
Log blockhouse stood here. Home of Daniel Sayer 1768 until his stone house was built 1783. Sayer homestead for five generations.Map (db m21094) HM
389 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Site of Log Meeting House of the Baptist Church of Warwick
On Galloway Rd (New York State Route 17A) 0 miles west of Forester Ave., on the right when traveling west.
James Benedict ordained and installed as pastor Nov. 7, 1765 was the first minister and this the first church in the valley. He died Sept. 9, 1792 aged 72 years. His wife, Mary Blackman, is buried beside him in this churchyard, which is filled with . . . Map (db m34103) HM
390 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Spanktown School
On Spanktown Road at Union Corners Road, on the left when traveling east on Spanktown Road.
Established as Union School by common school law 1813 Warwick School District #4 Annexed 1936 by Seward Inst. Acquired by St. Joseph's 1938. Dedicated 2010 Florida Hist. Soc.Map (db m47752) HM
391 New York, Orange County, Warwick — The Continental Army
On New Milford Road (New York State Route 94) at Sanfordville Road, on the left when traveling north on New Milford Road.
Camped here on the march from Newburgh to MorristownMap (db m21122) HM
392 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Toll Gate
On Oakland Avenue (New York State Route 17A) at Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Oakland Avenue.
At this point stood a Toll Gate established 1808 on the new road to Sterling a short – cut to northern New Jersey & New York CityMap (db m21107) HM
393 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Warwick Historic District
On Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
Village of Warwick Historic District listed on both New York State & National Registers of Historic PlacesMap (db m40606) HM
394 New York, Orange County, Warwick — Wisner Tract
On State School Road, on the right when traveling south.
Capt. John Wisner, 1722 - 78 Colonial Wars & Revolution Purchased 2064 acres in 1766 House built by great-grandson Henry B. Wisner, 1840Map (db m95734) HM
395 New York, Orange County, Warwick, Greenwood Forest Farms — Gladys Taylor’s InnTown of Warwick
On Nelson Road, 1.2 miles Lakes Rd (County Route 5), on the right.
Notable Inn, 1942 - 1968, of the Greenwood Lake Forest Farms Colony. Vacation residence of African-American cultural leaders including Langston Hughes.Map (db m180864) HM
396 New York, Orange County, Warwick (Town), Village of Florida — Randallville
On Randall St (New York State Route 94) 0.3 miles north of North Main St (New York State Route 17A), on the left when traveling north.
Site of a grist, fulling, saw mill & school Ca. 1750-1900. Pianos, furniture, gunstocks, lathe turning, metal work, etc. were crafted here.Map (db m180861) HM
397 New York, Orange County, Warwick, Hamlet of Amity — Amity Church
On Newport Bridge Road, 0.1 miles east of Amity Road.
Established 1796. Old Loc. Church built 1800. Current structure 1868, bell tower casualty of storm 1920’s. 1868 1000-lb. bell in use.Map (db m180799) HM
398 New York, Orange County, Warwick, Hamlet of Pine Island — “Drowned Lands”
On Pine Island Turnpike (County Route 1) 0.1 miles west of Pulaski Highway (County Route 6), on the right.
Black dirt formed 12,000 yrs. ago in a glacial lake. Hearty farmers drained the swamp by hand. Their work made “Pine Island” the top onion area for the past 50 years.Map (db m180802) HM
399 New York, Orange County, Washingtonville — America's Oldest Winery
On Brotherhood Plaza Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Founded 1839 by John Jacques Winery passed to sons John, Oren and Charles. In 1885 Brotherhood began operation.Map (db m105637) HM
400 New York, Orange County, Washingtonville — Brooks' Covered Bridge
On W Main St (New York State Route 94) 0 miles south of Patricia Lane, on the right when traveling south.
Covered Bridge Brooks' Bridge built 1840 Blooming Grove and Greycourt Turnpike. Replaced in 1922Map (db m58577) HM

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