Kingston in Ulster County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Rondout
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 1, 2012
1. Rondout Marker
Once a handful of homes and storehouses known as Kingston Landing, this area grew rapidly with the D and H Canal. Shipyards, foundries, stone quarries and brick yards sprouted along the Rondout Creek attracting Irish and German immigrants. The waterfront and rocky hillside above were soon crammed with warehouses, stables, homes and businesses. In the early 1900’s as railroads and later as highways became more efficient means of shipping and travel, Rondout Creek’s commercial prominence began to fade. In the 1960’s a large portion of the area was demolished under urban renewal. Today, the Rondout area is being revitalized under a cooperative effort by government and private investors.
Erected by Kingston Urban Cultural Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 41° 55.107′ N, 73° 58.986′ W. Marker is in Kingston, New York, in Ulster County. Marker is at the intersection of Broadway and W Strand Street, on the right when traveling south on Broadway. Marker is located near the Kingston water-front. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Kingston NY 12401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. New York State’s Heritage Area System (here, next to this marker); Chambers Pear Tree
this page online
More about this marker. The upper left of the marker is a photo of the Kingston waterfront from the John F. Mathews Collection. Next to this is a map of the Kingston Urban Cultural Park showing the location of the marker.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 1, 2012
2. Rondout Marker
Two markers are found at this location. The Rondout marker is seen here on the right.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 1, 2012
3. Marker in Kingston
The old Sampson Opera House can be seen across the street. Built in 1875, it has also been used as saloon, a 100 room stage stop and hotel.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on September 7, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 494 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 7, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
