Smithtown in Suffolk County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Smithtown Bull
the founding of
Smithtown
by
Richard Smith
the “Bull Rider”
A.D. 1665
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1665.
Location. 40° 51.512′ N, 73° 12.743′ W. Marker is in Smithtown, New York, in Suffolk County. Marker is at the intersection of W Jericho Turnpike (New York State Route 25) and New York State Route 25A, on the left when traveling east on W Jericho Turnpike. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Smithtown NY 11787, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Smith's Bull Ride (a few steps from this marker); Caleb Smith House (approx. 0.8 miles away); First Schoolhouse (approx. 1.3 miles away); Richard Smith (approx. 1.3 miles away); First House at the Branch (approx. 1.3 miles away); Patriot Burials (approx. 1.3 miles away); Smithtown Historical Society Museum (approx. 1.4 miles away); Roseneath Cottage (approx. 1.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Smithtown.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on March 18, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 741 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on March 18, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.