Dansville in Livingston County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

American Red Cross

Clara Barton Chapter #1

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, April 25, 2026

1. American Red Cross Marker

Inscription. The Village of Dansville, N.Y. holds a special place in American Red Cross history. Clara Barton, after her service during the Franco - Prussian War. Stayed at the Jackson Sanatorium in Dansville in 1875. Despite facing challenges, Barton’s determination led to the founding of the first American Red Cross Chapter in Dansville in 1881. The Noyes family later donated their home for the Chapter’s permanent location. Clara Barton’s impactful humanitarian work defied societal norms and continues to be supported by the Noyes Family Foundation today.

While touring this historic property, visitors will see original artifacts from the Civil War, Clara Barton and visiting dignitaries. The tour starts in the parlor with Clara Barton’s Civil War activities, including letters from Generals and Civil War artifacts. Next, the dining room showcases relics from Barton’s time in Dansville. The library highlights the history of Women in the Red Cross, showcasing the extensive legacy of female volunteerism and leadership.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • War, US Civil •

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Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1875.

Location. 42° 33.705′ N, 77° 41.699′ W. Marker is in Dansville, New York, in Livingston County. It is at the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Ossian Street, on the left when traveling north on Elizabeth Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 57 Elizabeth Street, Dansville NY 14437, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York,

specifically in Western New York,

in the Finger Lakes,

and in the Rochester Metropolitan Area.

It is also in the American Northeast

and in the Mid-Atlantic.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy,

New Netherland,

and one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Clara Barton House (a few steps from this marker); Dansville Library (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of the First Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Dansville Civil War Monument

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, April 25, 2026

2. American Red Cross Marker

(approx. 0.2 miles away); First Local Red Cross (approx. 0.2 miles away); Daniel Goho Post 87 (approx. 0.2 miles away); St. Paul's Lutheran Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Clara Barton (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dansville.

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, April 25, 2026

3. American Red Cross Marker

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, April 25, 2026

4. American Red Cross Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on April 28, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 25, 2026, by Susan A. Dalaba of Cortland, New York. This page has been viewed 10 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 25, 2026, by Susan A. Dalaba of Cortland, New York. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.