Mid Island on Staten Island in Richmond County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Cottage Row
Built: 1885 - 1898
Architect: Richard P. Smyth
Who lived on Cottage Row? The commissary, the secretary, a fleet of engineers, gardeners, bakers, and farmers lived in these cottages from the late 19th century to early 20th century, when the site was known as Sailors' Snug Harbor. Each of the five cottages is based on the architectural style of the second empire in France (1852-1870 AD).
Cottage Row itself used to lead straight to the Snug Harbor cemetery, still located by present-day Allison Pond Park, and was the funeral procession route for Sailors' Snug Harbor residents when they passed.
Today, Cottage Row is home to so much more. Community events, film shoots, and performances create a festive atmosphere along the roadway and inside the cottages. Visual and performing artists in residence develop vibrant new work while housed in the cottages.
Erected by Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden; NYC & Company Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music • Parks & Recreational Areas • Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 40° 38.621′ N, 74° 6.252′ W. Marker is on Staten Island, New York, in Richmond County. It is on Mid Island. It is
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Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in North America and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Carl Grillo Glass House and Perennial Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); New York Chinese Scholar's Garden (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); In Loving Memory of SSHLL President Anthony Michael Varvaro (about 400 feet away); Snug Harbor Little League (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named Governor's House (about 400 feet away); Matron's House (about 500 feet away); Robert Richard Randall (about 500 feet away); New Earth - Apocalypse Knowledge Advancement Unit (NEAKA), 2014 (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Staten Island.
Other markers no longer nearby. Cottage Row (has been replaced with this marker); Carl Grillo Glass House (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it); The Governor's House (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 8, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 60 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 8, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
