Richmond on Staten Island in Richmond County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Historic Richmondtown
Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, May 16, 2010
1. Historic Richmondtown Marker
The village of Richmond was occupied by the British from 1776-1783. Prior to 1776, the Committee of Safety met at the Christopher House to keep order and support the Continental Army.
Erected by State of New York.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Settlements & Settlers • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1776.
Location. 40° 34.268′ N, 74° 8.747′ W. Marker is on Staten Island, New York, in Richmond County. It is in Richmond. Marker is at the intersection of Center Street and Court Place, on the right when traveling west on Center Street. Marker is located in Historic Richmond Town. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Staten Island NY 10306, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Site of the Richmond County Mutual Insurance Company (a few steps from this marker); Rezeau-Van Pelt Family Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); Site of the Richmond County Jail (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Dobler's Court House Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of the former Dutch Reformed Church of Richmond (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Aquilino's Pizzeria and Restaurant
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More about this marker. The marker features a map of New York State with Revolutionary War Heritage Trail Sites indicated. It has a caption of “The Revolutionary War Heritage Trail links historic sites that tell the story of New York’s decisive role in America’s fight for independence.”
Also see . . . What is Historic Richmond Town?. Mission statement. (Submitted on May 16, 2010, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, May 16, 2010
2. Staten Island Markers
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, May 16, 2010
3. Historic Richmondtown Marker
Marker is located in front of the 1848 Richmond County Clerk's and Surrogate's Office, across the street from the 1837 3rd County Courthouse.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, May 16, 2010
4. Marker in Historic Richmond Town
Historic Richmond Town features a museum village containing twenty seven 18th and 19th century buildings, many of which have been restored and are open for touring.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2010, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,000 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 16, 2010, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
