Croton-on-Hudson in Westchester County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
COVID-19 Grove
Photographed by Michael Herrick, May 27, 2023
1. COVID-19 Grove Marker
This grove is dedicated to the many residents and businesses of Croton-on-Hudson who were adversely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic that began in the year 2020. We are especially grateful for the courage demonstrated by heath care providers and other essential workers during this challenging time.
The Rotary Club of Croton-on-Hudson conceived of this space to commemorate the resilience our community demonstrated in overcoming the severe challenges presented by this disease. Those efforts examplify the Rotary philosophy of Service Above Self.
Dedicated Spring 2021
Erected 2021 by Rotary International.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events. In addition, it is included in the Rotary International series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 2020.
Location. 41° 12.438′ N, 73° 53.882′ W. Marker is in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, in Westchester County. It can be reached from Elliott Way 0.8 miles north of Half Moon Bay Drive, on the left when traveling north. Located in Croton Landing Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Croton
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Regionally, this marker is in the Hudson Valley and in the New York City Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Mid-Atlantic, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Bethel M. E. Chapel (approx. 0.9 miles away); Commemorating the Defense of Teller's Point (approx. 1.6 miles away); Treaty Oak Site (approx. 1.9 miles away); Andre The Spy (approx. 3.1 miles away); Treason Site (approx. 3.1 miles away); Jesse A. Collyer, Jr. (1897-1983) (approx. 3.1 miles away); Warren Sonny Sharrock (1940-1998) (approx. 3.1 miles away); Henry L. Gourdine (1903-1997) (approx. 3.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Croton-on-Hudson.
May 27, 2023
2. COVID-19 Grove Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 26, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 20, 2023. This page has been viewed 236 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 20, 2023. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
