With gift of this property, 1915, by Luella M. Van Leuven, Goshen Emergency Hospital remained here until 1967, providing care to thousands.
Benefactors included Gates McGarrah (1978 GOCOBI) — — Map (db m26948) HM
Goshen became the half-shire town of Orange County. Site of 1st courthouse. built 1737. Orange Inn erected 1790.
Oldest active hotel.
Plaque
Goshen Restoration Unlimited Preservation Award
Presented to
Il Limoncello at the Orange . . . — — Map (db m26945) HM
Situated in the center of Orange County, Goshen has a long and storied history as a major focal point of the nation's railroad infrastructure. When the builders of the New York & Erie Railroad began construction, they envisioned a railroad that . . . — — Map (db m60384) HM
The Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame, formerly the Trotting Horse Museum-Hall of Fame of the Trotter was established in 1951 to honor the past and promote the future of the great sport of harness racing.
Originally a stable, built by J. . . . — — Map (db m147597) HM
(northwest base of monument)Col. Benjamin Tusten • Capt. Bazaleel Tyler • Capt. Samuel Jones • Capt. John Little • Capt. John Duncan • Capt. Benjamin Vail • Lieut. John Wood • Adjt. Nathaniel Finch • . . . — — Map (db m147200) WM
This building and its neighbors are known as “Lawyers Row.” Testimony that members of the profession have had offices here since the early 19th century. — — Map (db m138567) HM
Maplewood, erected in 1816, was an early office of the Bank of Orange County. Est. 1813. Long the home of the Murray family, it became the Goshen Village Hall in 1976. — — Map (db m25339) HM
I Am A Military Working Dog
My eyes are your eyes to watch over you and protect you and yours. My ears are your ears to hear and detect evil in the dark. My nose is your nose to scent the invader of your safety, and so you may live, my life is . . . — — Map (db m166521) WM
Dictionary compiler, taught school 1782-83 in the Farmers' Hall Academy, a two-room brick structure now contained within this Goshen Town Hall — — Map (db m136091) HM
Built in the 1700s and used continuously as a school until 1936 when purchased by Minisink Chapter, NSDAR.
N.Y. State and National Register of Historic Places — — Map (db m29728) HM
In this building on June 9, 1950, the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted 34-0 to establish Orange County Community College. Dedicated on OCCCs 50th Anniversary — — Map (db m147202) HM
County Seat
Orange, one of original N.Y. counties created 1683 by Assembly, Council and Gov. Thos. Dongen. Goshen became center for County government in the 1700s. — — Map (db m25195) HM
Dedicated to all men and
women of Orange County,
who served their country
gallantly in time of war and
honorably in time of peace — — Map (db m158074) WM
June 24, 1873
President Ulysses S. Grant was a guest in this house and watched the trotters race over historic track from the barn in the rear — — Map (db m147816) HM
It traces to the 1770s when local citizens raced their horse down the village's broad Main Street. The increasing popularity of this informal competition created the need for race tracks, the first of which was Fiddler's Green, readied in 1781 for . . . — — Map (db m147596) HM
First MIA Flag
On Nov. 10, 1974 the nations first MIA banner and flag pole was dedicated under a resolution conceived by Commander Thomas C. Bushing. — — Map (db m28721) HM
From this site
the first train order was transmitted by telegraph in 1851 from Harriman to Goshen by order of Charles Minot of the Erie Railroad — — Map (db m17050) HM
One of the original counties of Province of New York, established 1683, by Gov. Thomas Dongan, named for William, Prince of Orange. — — Map (db m81840) HM
Dedicated to The Village of Highland Falls on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of incorporation 1906 – 2006 We respectfully remember our past, celebrate our present and begin our future Joseph E. DOnofrio, Mayor Trustees Harold . . . — — Map (db m55526) HM
Born September 15, 1914 Died September 4, 1974
A hard-fighting World War II tank battalion commander, General Abrams led armored forces through France, relieved encircled American soldiers at Bastogne, and spearheaded . . . — — Map (db m20013) HM
The Cadet Honor Code A Cadet will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do. Alma Mater Hail, Alma Mater, dear! To us be ever near. Help us thy motto bear, thru all the years. Let duty be well performed, honor be eer untarned, . . . — — Map (db m103706) HM
Medal of Honor awarded to Andre Cavaro Lucas Lieutenant Colonel, Infantry for action at Fire Support Base Ripcord Republic of Vietnam, 1 to 23 July 1970 “ . . . Lieutenant Colonel Lucas . . . performed numerous acts of extraordinary . . . — — Map (db m60240) HM
Originally located on Homestaed Avenue, later moved to the banks of the Hudson.
Generations of West Point Cadets enjoyed the congenial atmosphere at the off-limits tavern run by Benny Havens. Here they could relax, unwind and spend some time . . . — — Map (db m20016) HM
African-American units of the 9th and 10th Cavalry quartered at West Point in 1907, grew to over 100 skilled and disciplined men who trained the cadets. Considered the first “colored regulars” at West
Point. Many local men served in . . . — — Map (db m58559) HM
Revolutionary War heroine, called “Molly Pitcher” who manned the cannon when her husband was killed in battle. Molly was also badly wounded and lived in various homes while recuperating from her own wounds. Originally buried on the . . . — — Map (db m20040) HM
The US Army Corps of Engineers' motto Essayons is French for "Let us try." It is with this same spirit that French military engineers volunteered and served in the Continental Army in the Revolutionary War. One of them was Louis Le Bθgue de Presle . . . — — Map (db m202843) HM
The route traveled by the 52 American hostages from Stewart Airport to West Point after their release from captivity in Iran January 25, 1981. — — Map (db m11713) HM
Edward Harriman was a railroad magnate who donated land for Harriman State Park. His son, William Averell, was a noted public servant and diplomat, whose contributions include serving as the chief overseas administrator of lend-lease, and Ambassador . . . — — Map (db m54854) HM
In memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice for God and Country World War II Elmer Blake Harold D. Bock Concetta Costagna Charles W. Erichson Raymond J. Flanders Leon Harer, Jr. M. Joseph Hogan John J. Monahan Joseph F. . . . — — Map (db m52878) WM
In honor of the men and women of the Town of Highlands who served our country during the Korean Conflict Jun. 27, 1950 to Jan. 31, 1955 and the Vietnam Era Aug. 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 — — Map (db m52880) WM
In honor of the men and women of the Town of Highlands who served our country under God in war and peace. To the memory of those who died to preserve our freedom. — — Map (db m52881) WM
Fifty-two Americans held hostage in Iran for 444 days were reunited with their families on January 25, 1981.
On route to the local Thayer Hotel they were accorded a grand patriotic outpouring of admiration and respect by the local community . . . — — Map (db m20015) HM
On January 25, 1981 fifty-two Americans were reunited with their families and nation after 444 days as hostages in Iran. Enroute to the U.S.M.A., West Point they were the recipients of an outpouring of love from people of the Hudson Valley and a . . . — — Map (db m7435) HM
Thousands greeted General Lafayette,
hero of the Am. Rev. who reviewed & dined
with cadets, Sept. 15, 1824. He visited
again July 2, 1825. — — Map (db m199728) HM
Since 1899 the mule has been the West Point mascot promoting the spirit of the Corps of Cadets. Mules were very important to the Army in the late 1800s through World War I. While not regular cavalry mounts, mules were used extensively to pull supply . . . — — Map (db m7434) HM
In honor of the Long Gray Line of the United States Military Academy serving our nation since 1802 Sponsored by Thomas B. Dyer 67 Edward C. Meyer 51 John A. Hammack 49 Denis F. Mullance 52 Theodore G. Stroup Jr. 62 and Highland Falls . . . — — Map (db m54851) HM
In 1781, the American and French allies combined their armies
at a pivotal turning point in the Revolutionary War. Under the
command of General George Washington and French General
Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, comte de Rochambeau,
the . . . — — Map (db m202840) HM WM
Welcome to the Town of Highlands
Highland Falls Fort Montgomery West Point Bear Mountain State Park
There are many dining options in the Town of Highlands, as well as unique cultural and historic attractions. These include the . . . — — Map (db m202841) HM
Dedicated to those members of
the USMA Class of 1954
who gave their lives in combat for their country
Herbert W. Booth, Jr. · James H. Brodt · Andre G. Broumas · Blackshear M. Bryan · Sheldon J. Burnett · Robert H. Grosse · Sayward N. Hall, . . . — — Map (db m202838) WM
In honor of the first male and female graduates of the United States Military Academy killed in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan during the Global War on Terrorism Iraq CPT James F. Adamouski 95 2 April 2003 2LT Emily J. T. Perez 05 . . . — — Map (db m54994) WM
This building is dedicated to those men and women who have given of their lives in the service of their country in time of need. — — Map (db m214835) WM
After the death of their father, Susan (1819-1885) and Ann (1824-1915) Warner lived and worked on Constitution Island on the Hudson, gardening, writing popular books and famous song “Jesus Loves Me.” They regularly administered to the . . . — — Map (db m29866) HM
The Deerpark 9/11 Memorial
Dedicated September 11, 2010
This iron beam, from the ruins of the original World Trade Center in New York City, is displayed as a memorial to honor the heroes of that horrendous day and the innocent victims that lost . . . — — Map (db m194164) HM
Black Rock School attacked by Brant's raiders, 1779. Girls spared as aprons marked with emblem signaling raiders not to harm them. — — Map (db m129078) HM
The existence of the Firemen's Memorial Fountain in Thrall Park is due largely to the efforts of Mr. J. B. Wheeler. The fountain, with its seven foot statue of a uniformed fireman holding a baby in his arm, is symbolic of and dedicated to the . . . — — Map (db m118332) HM
Erected A.D. 1879,
to the memory of the
soldiers of the town of
Wallkill
Wallkill's tribute to
her brave defenders.
Our Comrad[e]s
They died for their country.
. . . — — Map (db m214888) WM
Erected and dedicated May 30, 1940, to the memory of
those who volunteered for service in the Spanish War
Captain Ames E. McIntyre · Captain. M.C., Maurice C. Ashley
1st. Lieutenant George E. Wallace · Abraham L. Decker
2nd. . . . — — Map (db m214989) HM
Built a supercenter in 1950 in a cow pasture beside a two lane country road. Rte. 211 grew to major retail center known as the “Miracle Mile.” — — Map (db m29680) HM
Edwin Welling VanDuzer
Memorial Home-Built 1887
Frank J. Lindsey. Architect
1939 Historical Society of
Middletown and Wallkill Prec
— — Map (db m147875) HM
1st station used 1843-1896 This bldg, Romanesque style built 1896, George E. Archer, Architect. This RR station served passengers thru 1983 — — Map (db m29634) HM
Private School Built On
This Site c. 1790. Used As A
Public School 1813-1818
Torn Down To Build A New
School At North & Depot St. — — Map (db m140298) HM
Ca. 1720-1790 buried here
Continental Congress delegate.
NY State Senator, patriot
who produced gunpowder
for Revolutionary War. — — Map (db m133154) HM
J. France home converted to hotel, 1872. Long known as Russell House, burned in 1907. Later Mitchell Inn, on this site 1908-1963. — — Map (db m47896) HM
Dress Reformer, Suffragette
Journalist, Doctor, Mother
As elected to School Board
here, became 1st female in
public office, N.Y. State. — — Map (db m215004) HM
Formerly a one-room schoolhouse, District #11, Town of Wallkill. Built in the 1800s, this first Mechanicstown school served area students until closing in 1926. — — Map (db m25335) HM
Formerly a one-room schoolhouse, District #13, Town of Wallkill. Built in 1851 by stone mason Samuel Bull. For 96 yrs. grades 1-8 attended. Closed in 1947.
Memorialized 2000 – Town of Wallkill — — Map (db m136993) HM
Early Middletown promoter Elisha P. Wheeler; philanthropists Webb and Eugene Horton & S. Maretta Thrall; inventor George N. Clemson, civic leader James N. Pronk. — — Map (db m50387) HM
During the Revolutionary War, Mills owned by patriots Henry Wisner and Moses Phillips produced gunpowder for Washingtons Army here. — — Map (db m25337) HM
1830-1897. With father's tannery business estate she donated Thrall Library, 1901 Thrall Hospital, 1892-1929, Thrall Park developed 1884 — — Map (db m29635) HM
Composed of the
56th Regiment of Infantry
7th and 8th Independent Batteries
and Companies C & D of the
1st Regiment N.Y. Mounted Rifles
Recruited in Orange, Sullivan
and Ulster Counties — — Map (db m214887) HM
Honoring the celebrated landscape
architect, associate of Frederick Law
Olmstead, who designed the cemetery
in 1861.
——————————————
Hillside Cemetery has . . . — — Map (db m118380) HM
Hillside Cemetery, 1861. Picturesque design by Calvert Vaux,
renowned Anglo-American architect, and co-designer of
Central Park in New York City. — — Map (db m50386) HM
This memorial is erected in memory of
deceased members of the Woodmen of the World
whose individual resting places could not be marked
Camp No. 9 N.Y. Robert G. Hodges
Camp No. 16 N.Y. John J. Miller · Daniel O'Connor · Peter . . . — — Map (db m214892) HM
In Honor Of The
men and women of Middletown
who served in the World War
★ ★ and ★ ★
In Memory Of
those who gave their lives
for this great cause
1917 - 1919 — — Map (db m214998) WM
Monroe honors those buried here, whether they be private or general, who served our nation to keep us free from the Revolution to Vietnam. — — Map (db m23669) HM
In honor of A. J. Crane, first president Monroe Improvement Association, estab. 1921 to purchase and improve land around the Mill Pond as a public park. — — Map (db m23673) HM
Presbyterian Meeting House 1783. Land gift of Daniel Miller. First Pastor Silas Constant. Last service 1853 Rev. Daniel Niles Freeland. — — Map (db m122288) HM
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