Stockade District in Kingston in Ulster County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Story of Historic Kingston
Then & Now
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, May 15, 2024
1. The Fair Street Historic District Marker
The Fair Street Historic District was designated in 1988 to acknowledge the area between St. James Street and Franklin Street that is home to the former residences of affluent business leaders who began building homes in the 1850s in a variety of architectural styles, including Italianate, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival. The Saint James Methodist Church is included in the historic district.
When the Stockade was established in the 17th century, a narrow lane called Dover Street ran from John Street to North Front Street. By 1830, Fair Street had been added and Dover Street lost its name and became a continuation of it. Fair Street was extended to Greenkill Avenue in 1840 and Fair Street Extension opened when the O&W Railroad built its Kingston depot.
The Joseph Chipp House is seen on the left side of John Street in the photograph above, as viewed from Fair Street looking toward Clinton Avenue. An arc lamp hangs prominently over the intersection. The house was demolished circa 1910. It was replaced by the building seen at the top in the 1940s. Gladys Hathmaker, a women's clothing store, occupied the building in the 1960s and '70s. Petalos Floral Design was opened in 2013 by Brian Bender-Tymon.
The Dr. Robert Loughran House next door was built in 1872 and designed by architect J.A. Wood in the Italianate style. Dr. Loughran was a surgeon in the Civil War, continued his practice in Kingston, and became involved in local politics. The Loughrans lived there until 1906. In 1932, funeral director and city coroner W. N. Connor bought the building, which then became a funeral home until 1965. The New York State Historic Trust purchased the house in 1968 and it is now used as administrative offices for the Senate House and for special exhibits.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1988.
Location. 41° 56.033′ N, 74° 1.117′ W. Marker is in Kingston, New York, in Ulster County. It is in the Stockade District. It is at the intersection of Fair Street and John Street, on the left when traveling south on Fair Street. The marker is mounted at eye-level near the northwest corner of the building at this location, facing Fair Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 288 Fair Street, Kingston NY 12401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York and in the Hudson Valley. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. 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 walking distance
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, May 15, 2024
2. The Fair Street Historic District Marker
Looking west across Fair Street; John Street is on the left. The marker is mounted on the right side of the corner building entrance.
Other markers no longer nearby. The Loughran House (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it); A Radical Idea: Government by the People (was about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Fair Street Historic District
Also see . . . Kingstons Historic Districts.
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, May 15, 2024
3. Northeast corner of Fair and John Streets, 2024
Excerpt: Kingston presently contains four historic districts and numerous individual landmarks resources that demonstrate the communitys long and complex history. Preserving Kingstons built & cultural heritage is a collective effort shared by generations of resident-activists. Our mutual admiration for this communitys rich and diverse history makes Kingston a special place to live, work, and visit.(Submitted on August 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.) Kingston Stockade Historic District, 1975, Local & National
Rondout-West Strand Historic District, 1979, Local & National
Chestnut Street Historic District, 1985, Local & National
Fair Street Historic District, 1988, Local Only
Bob Haines Collection
4. Marker detail: Fair & John Streets, early 1940s
Southeast corner of Fair and John Streets, where you are standing, as seen in the early 1940s.
Courtesy Friends of Historic Kingston
5. Marker detail: John Street, circa 1900
Looking down John Street toward Clinton Avenue from Fair Street, circa 1900. The Joseph Chipp House is seen on the left side of John Street.
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6. Marker detail: Dr. Robert Loughran House, 1960s
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7. Marker detail: Dr. Loughran House Interior, 1960s
Credits. This page was last revised on June 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 224 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on August 16, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
