Newfane in Niagara County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Home of James Van Horn

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

1. Home of James Van Horn Marker

Inscription. Built in 1823. First Brick House built in the Town of Newfane. Site of first town meeting April 6, 1824.

Erected 1984 by Town of Newfane Historical Society, Inc.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1823.

Location. 43° 18.705′ N, 78° 42.888′ W. Marker is in Newfane, New York, in Niagara County. Marker is on Lockport-Olcott Road (New York State Route 78) 1.7 miles south of East Lake Road (New York State Route 18), on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2165 Lockport-Olcott Road, Burt NY 14028, 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. McClew Farm (approx. one mile away); Binational Heritage Peace Garden Trail (approx. one mile away); Lakeview (approx. 1½ miles away); One Country and One Flag (approx. 1.8 miles away); Olcott Beach (approx. 1.8 miles away); Tom Kelly Rustic Theatre (approx. 1.8 miles away); Kiddie Whistle Pig Ferris Wheel (approx. 1.8 miles away); In Memory of Those Who for Their Splendid Spirit of Duty (approx. 1.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newfane.

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Text of "The Ghost of the Van Horn Mansion" sign: For many years the spirit of Malinda roamed this property. She has been seen by many people on the grounds and in the mansion. Footsteps were heard on the stairs and other sounds indicating her presence. In 1992 a concentrated effort was made to locate the remains of Malinda. A review of historical records, dowsing, use of cadaver dogs, and many hours of work by dedicated people went into this effort. One year later based on the above factors and the finding of bones at this location, her grave was reestablished here. Her head stone, the rose arbor, and garden were replaced. Since this work was started there have been no sightings of Malinda. It is believed by some that she is finally at rest, now that she has a place of her own. Only time will tell if this is true. Special Forces, N.C. Sheriff's Department. [Niagara County Sheriff's Dept.]

Also see . . .
1. Van Horn Mansion - Wikipedia. (Submitted on April 26, 2014, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.)
2. Van Horn Mansion. National Register of Historic Places form, National Archives. (Submitted on September 14, 2023, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.)

Southward View Home of James Van Horn Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

2. Southward View Home of James Van Horn Marker

Northward View Home of James Van Horn Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

3. Northward View Home of James Van Horn Marker

Front of Home of James Van Horn with Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

4. Front of Home of James Van Horn with Marker

Front and North Sides Home of James Van Horn image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

5. Front and North Sides Home of James Van Horn

North Side Home of James Van Horne image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

6. North Side Home of James Van Horne

From parking lot.

South and Rear Sides Home of James Van Horne image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

7. South and Rear Sides Home of James Van Horne

Front Entrance Home of James Van Horn image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

8. Front Entrance Home of James Van Horn

Home of James Van Horn Donation Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

9. Home of James Van Horn Donation Plaque

Mounted beside the front door.

Home of James Van Horn Porches Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

10. Home of James Van Horn Porches Plaque

Mounted by the front door.

Gravestone of Malina Van Horn image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

11. Gravestone of Malina Van Horn

On the grounds south of the mansion.

The Ghost of Van Horn Mansion image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

12. The Ghost of Van Horn Mansion

Posted near the gravestone.

Hanging Sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

13. Hanging Sign

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, April 22, 2014

14. Hours Sign

Credits. This page was last revised on September 14, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 26, 2014, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York. This page has been viewed 504 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. submitted on April 26, 2014, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.