Catskill in Greene County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Greene County 250th American Anniversary Time Capsule

Photographed by Steve Stoessel, July 19, 2026

1. Greene County 250th American Anniversary Time Capsule Marker

Inscription. Secured this day, July 3rd, 2026
And to be reopened on July 3rd, 2076
July 4th, 2026, represents the 250th Anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America. All these years later, the following statement could not be more relevant:

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among them are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.

Let us therefore once again mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.

Erected 2026 by Greene County.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events.

Location. 42° 13.062′ N, 73° 51.849′ W. Marker is in Catskill, New York, in Greene County. It is at the intersection of Bridge Street (New York State Route 385) and Franklin Street, on the right when traveling east on Bridge Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Catskill NY 12414, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker

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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 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 of this marker: Lafayette’s Tour (within shouting distance of this marker); Silent Testament (within shouting distance of this marker); Sacred to the Memory (within shouting distance of this marker); The World War (within shouting distance of this marker); 335 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Catskill Walking Tour (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sedwick Elevator (about 300 feet away); Uncle Sam Bridge (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Catskill.

Photographed by Steve Stoessel, July 19, 2026

2. Greene County 250th American Anniversary Time Capsule Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 27, 2026, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 27, 2026, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York.