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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Richmond County

 
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1 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Arrochar — 300 — Arrochar Playground — 1.54 acres —
On Major Avenue just east of Sand Lane, on the left when traveling west.
This playground, bounded by MacFarland Avenue, Major Avenue and Sand Lane, takes its name from the surrounding neighborhood of Arrochar in eastern Staten Island. Starting in the 1830s, New Yorkers retreating from overcrowding and disease that . . . — — Map (db m271293) HM
2 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Arrochar — Ladder 81 — Established October 1, 1915 — 100 Years of Dedicated Service —
On McClean Avenue north of Sand Lane, on the right when traveling north.
On this day we mark the occasion of the one hundredth year of service to our community and the City of New York. We celebrate this centennial mindful of those that have made the supreme sacrifice in the performance of their duties. — — Map (db m242410) HM
3 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Arrochar — Norway Triangle —
On Reid Avenue near McClean Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
What was here before? Native Americans lived in this area of Staten Island before Old Town (an English translation of the Dutch Oude Dorp) was developed in the mid-17th century. The two factions came into conflict regularly, and in . . . — — Map (db m257176) HM
4 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Arrochar — Othmar Hermann Ammann — 1879-1965 —
On Lily Pond Avenue at Major Avenue, on the right on Lily Pond Avenue.
World Renowned Civil Engineer Othmar Hermann Ammann 1879-1965 This memorial has been placed by his colleagues at this site His last and greatest work The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge American Society of Civil Engineers and Metropolitan . . . — — Map (db m158465) HM
5 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Arrochar — Pvt. Frederick Staats —
On Hylan Boulevard at West Fingerboard Road, in the median on Hylan Boulevard.
In memory of Pvt. Frederick Staats 1894-1918 — — Map (db m206754) WM
6 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Castleton Corners — September 11, 2001 Memorial —
On Victory Boulevard just east of Fairview Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
In loving memory of our parishioners who died on September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center "I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the Palms of My Hands." Isaiah 49: 15-16 . . . — — Map (db m255834) WM
7 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Castleton Corners — Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park — Dedicated to the "84" —
On Manor Road at Martling Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Manor Road.
Duty ★ Honor ★ County — — Map (db m193647) WM
8 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — A Forest Reborn —
Near Bricktown Way west of Tyrellan Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Years ago, this forest was destroyed by mining, farming, and other human causes. The landscape you see today is an example of secondary ecological succession — a process where a natural area regrows over time after a disturbance. Below, you'll . . . — — Map (db m275975) HM
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9 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — Charleston War Memorial —
On Arthur Kill Road north of Storer Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
E pluribus unum Dedicated to the men and women of the community of Charleston who devotedly served their country in time of war 1957 — — Map (db m156572) WM
10 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — Charleston War Memorial — 🦅 — E Pluribus Unum —
On Arthur Kill Road 0.1 miles west of Hervey Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the men and women of the community of Charleston who devotedly served their country in the time of war — — Map (db m295898) WM
11 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — 301 — Fairview Park —
Near Bricktown Way west of Tyrellan Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
What was here before? Formerly known as Androvetteville in the 1700s after the Androvette family who settled the area in 1699, this neighborhood was known as Kreischerville from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s. Drawn by the clay deposits . . . — — Map (db m275979) HM
12 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — September 11, 2001 Memorial —
Near Sharrotts Road west of Veterans Road West, on the right when traveling west.
In memory of all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 Innocent victims in a war with terror — — Map (db m239513) WM
13 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — The Gericke/Winant Farm — New York State, Office of Parks, Recreation, Historic Preservation —
On Arthur Kill Road 0.1 miles east of Grille Court, on the right when traveling east.
The Gericke / Winant house was constructed by the Winant family in the late 1800's. The Winants were among Staten Island's earliest European settlers and they established the house and farm close to the ferry landing along the Arthur Kill, where . . . — — Map (db m207596) HM
14 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — Welcome to Kreischerville —
Near Bricktown Way west of Tyrellan Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
For more than half a century, until World War I, Staten Island's Charleston was called Kreischerville. The area was named for Balthazar Kreischer, a Bavarian builder who became a successful manufacturer of clay products. Business is . . . — — Map (db m275973) HM
15 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Charleston — Welcome to the Clay Pit Ponds Bird Conservation Area — State Bird Conservation Area —
Near Sharrotts Road west of Veterans Road West, on the right when traveling west.
Welcome to the Clay Pit Ponds Bird Conservation Area The 260-acre Clay Pit Ponds Bird Conservation Area includes a variety of habitats that are critical to the conservation of birds. These habitats are important breeding grounds and . . . — — Map (db m239510) HM
16 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Concord — 9-11 Memorial Steel —
On Clove Road just east of Targee Street, on the right when traveling east.
This scared steel was recovered from the World Trade Center. It is dedicated to the memory of the 343 brave New York City firefighters who perished on that fateful morning of September 11, 2001. They gave their lives so that others may life. They . . . — — Map (db m181560) HM WM
17 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Concord — 300 — Corporal Michael J. Leonard Triangle —
On Hylan Boulevard at Clove Road, on the right when traveling west on Hylan Boulevard.
What was here before? This was once the property of Sir Roderick Cameron (1825-1900), a businessman who co-founded the R.W. Cameron and Company shipping line. The nearby Cameron Lake is named after his family. How did this site become . . . — — Map (db m255705) HM
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18 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Concord — F.D.N.Y. — Firefighters Memorial —
On Targee Street at Clove Road, on the left when traveling north on Targee Street.
”To live in the hearts of those left behind is not to die” In fond remembrance, we dedicate this memorial to those New York City Firefighters who as residents of Staten Island gave their lives in the line of duty while serving their fellow New . . . — — Map (db m208245)
19 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Concord — Honor Roll — World War II —
On Targee Street at Clove Road, on the left when traveling north on Targee Street.
Erected and affectionately inscribed to the memory of the heroic men and women of Concord, Staten Island, as a tribute to the self sacrificing spirit that they displayed in their country's service during the momentous years of 1941-1945 . . . — — Map (db m181559) WM
20 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Concord — The Healing Garden — A Living Memorial —
On Richmond Road at Clove Road, on the right when traveling north on Richmond Road.
Honoring Staten Islanders Who Perished in the World Trade Center Disaster on SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 Dedicated September 9, 2003 by the Federated Garden Clubs of New York State, Inc. “May this garden be a place of comfort, a sign of compassion, . . . — — Map (db m208161) HM
21 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — 259 — Billiou-Stillwell-Perine House —
On Richmond Road at Norden Street, on the right when traveling north on Richmond Road.
Billou-Stillwell-Perine House has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m193614) HM
22 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — Dongan Hills WWII Memorial —
On Jefferson Street at Garretson Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Jefferson Street.
In honor of the men and women of Dongan Hills who answered their country’s call in World War II and in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice Donated by Mr. & Mrs. Frank Gallano in loving memory of their daughter H. Bianco . . . — — Map (db m160909) WM
23 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — Huttner-Pasqualini Post, American Legion Memorial —
On Richmond Road at Cromwell Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Richmond Road.
In honor of all men and women who served in the Armed Forces of our country and in memory of those who gave their lives in its defense. Dedicated by Huttner-Pasqualini Post No. 1367 American Legion — — Map (db m161011) HM
24 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — 300 — Jerome X. O'Donovan Pond — Reed's Basket Willow Swamp Park —
On Chapin Avenue at Salzburg Court, on the left when traveling north on Chapin Avenue.
This pond is named after Jerome X. O’Donovan (1944 – 2014), more commonly known as “Jay” O’Donovan, a lifelong Staten Island resident and decorated Marine Corps Veteran who earned two bronze stars and a promotion to Captain during the Vietnam . . . — — Map (db m160769) HM
25 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — Perine House
On Richmond Road just north of Norden Street, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
Land pat. Sept. 1677 to Thos. Stillwell. Previously covered by Dutch ground briefs to Pierre Billiou and Hans Christofel — — Map (db m237816) HM
26 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — Public School 11R —
On Jefferson Street north of Garretson Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The Gov. Thomas Dongan Elementary School Centennial Celebration "Dedicated to the children of Dongan Hills" Henry W. Murphy Principal June 8, 2000 — — Map (db m212904) HM
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27 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Dongan Hills — The King’s Highway —
Near Richmond Road near Norden Street when traveling north.
Connecting the Watering Place (Tompkinsville) with Cuckold’s Towne (now Richmond) 1705. Erected by Richmond County Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Helen Pouch, Regent 1928 — — Map (db m161222) HM
28 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Egbertville — Egbertville War Memorial —
On Richmond Road at Rockland Avnue, on the left when traveling west on Richmond Road.
This monument is dedicated to the men of Egbertville, Staten Island, N.Y. Who served in the World War 1917-1918 Roll of Honor Arny *Samuel Avins • John Dimarco • Luigi Petosa George Brand • Mazzareno Dimarco • William Ross *Frank . . . — — Map (db m273897) HM
29 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Egbertville — Gretta Moulton Gate —
Near Nevada Avenue.
Gretta Moulton Was a Heroine of the Environmental Movement That Saved High Rock Park in 1965. An Inspired Leader of Early Efforts to Preserve the Greenbelt, She was also a Trustee of the Staten Island Institute of the Arts and Sciences and the . . . — — Map (db m106345) HM
30 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Eltingville — Lt. John H. Martinson — (1967 - 2008) —
On Preston Avenue just south of Osborne Street, on the right when traveling south.
This park is named for Lt. John H. "Johnny Nice Guy" Martinson, a 14-year veteran of the Fire Department who lost his life after sustaining fatal injuries fighting a two-alarm fire at Ebbets Field Houses in Brooklyn on January 3, 2008. Lt. . . . — — Map (db m255707) HM
31 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Eltingville — St. Alban’s Episcopal Church — Formerly Church of the Holy Comforter — New York City Designated Landmark —
On Saint Albans Place south of Pacific Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Located in the old village of Eltingville, this mid-nineteenth century rural church is constructed of board-and-batten siding according to the precepts of the prominent landscape architect, Andrew Jackson Downing, who advocated the versatility of . . . — — Map (db m157290) HM
32 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Arthur Von Briesen Park — 12.77 acres — NYC Parks —
On School Road at Bay Street when traveling north on School Road.
This park on the northeastern shore of Staten Island occupies the site of the former estate of Arthur Von Briesen (1843-1920). A native of Germany, Von Briesen immigrated to the United States in 1858 at the age of 15. After enduring some . . . — — Map (db m154037) HM
33 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Battery Catlin — Gateway National Recreation Area, Fort Wadsworth — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
Near park footpath, on the right when traveling west.
This fire control tower was built for officers to observe the accuracy of shells fired from nearby batteries. If the rounds missed their targets, the officers telephoned the change of firing coordinates to adjust the big guns’ aim. Battery . . . — — Map (db m154228) HM
34 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Battery Duane — Fort Wadsworth — Gateway National Recreation Area —
On Tompkins Street, on the right when traveling north.
Crumbling over time, these concrete platforms mark where large guns once guarded New York Harbor. In the late 1800s, a Glacis Mortar Battery – once located just beyond these ruins – could lob projectiles onto enemy ships entering the . . . — — Map (db m149658) HM
35 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Battery Weed — Fort Wadsworth — Gateway Nat’l Rec Area —
On Hudson Road, on the right when traveling north.
Begun in 1847, this granite structure was finally completed during the Civil War. Its four-tier design allowed up to 116 guns to skip cannonballs across the Narrows. However, by the mid-1860s bigger, more-accurate guns could destroy a stone fort . . . — — Map (db m21627) HM
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36 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Battery Weed —
Near South Weed Road.
Begun 1n 1847, this granite structure was finally completed during the Civil War. Its four-tier design allowed up to 116 guns to skip cannonballs across the Narrows. However, by the mid-1860s bigger, more-accurate guns could destroy a stone fort . . . — — Map (db m154675) HM
37 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Chilena —
On Marshall Road.
Champion Military Jumper and mount of Major Edwardo Yaρez Chilean Army November 30, 1940 — — Map (db m195053) HM
38 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Defending New York Harbor —
On Hudson Road, on the right when traveling north.
“ … [the Narrows are] the place pointed out by nature for the defense of the harbor … ” Prussian General Friedrich von Steuben, Aide to General George Washington during the Revolutionary War
. . . — — Map (db m21624) HM
39 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Dry Moat and Counterscarp — Fort Wadsworth — Gateway Nat’l Rec Area, National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Tompkins Street, on the left when traveling north.
From 1859 to 1876, army engineers built these 30-foot-high granite walls to form this corridor. In military terms, Fort Tompkin’s scarp (wall to your right) now faced a counterscarp (wall to your left), creating a 30-foot-wide dry moat. . . . — — Map (db m21648) HM
40 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Father Capodanno Memorial —
On New York Avenue south of Coast Guard Drive, on the right when traveling south.
In memory of Father Vincent Capodanno Medal of Honor Viet Nam, 1967 Erected by S.I. Marine Corps League and its benefactors 1977 Reverse side: Father Capodanno born on Staten Island Feb. 13 1929 For his actions on a . . . — — Map (db m149150) WM
41 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Fort Tompkins — Fort Wadsworth — Gateway Nat’l Rec Area —
On Hudson Road, on the right when traveling north.
Two forts, both named Fort Tompkins, have occupied this hill. In 1814 the state of New York started the first Fort Tompkins – a pentagon-shaped stone structure with round bastions at each of the five angles. Never fully completed, the first fort . . . — — Map (db m21630) HM
42 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Fort Wadsworth — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail —
On Hudson Road, on the right when traveling north.
This strategic coastal location at the Narrows was used as the staging ground for the massive British invasion of Brooklyn in August 1776. — — Map (db m21608) HM
43 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Fort Wadsworth — Gateway National Recreation Area —
On New York Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Fort Wadsworth side: Point, counterpoint. As one nation improves its offensive weapons, another revamps its defenses. It’s the story of military history, and Fort Wadsworth tells it as well as any place in America. British soldiers built the . . . — — Map (db m21694) HM
44 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Historic Fort Wadsworth — Since 1636
Near Battery Road. Reported missing.
As its discoverer in 1574, Verrazzano observed the surrounding terrain and called it Agoleme. Upon this high ground Lenape Indians gazed down on Hudson’s Half Moon as it sailed through the Narrows in 1609. In 1636, the Dutch erected . . . — — Map (db m149692) HM
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45 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — 300 — John E. White Park —
On Lyman Avenue 0.1 miles east of Summer Street, on the left when traveling east.
What was here before? John E. White Park is in the Staten Island neighborhood of Fort Wadsworth, which takes its name from the nearby military installation overlooking the Narrows. As early as 1663, the British controlled a fortification . . . — — Map (db m255726) HM
46 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — September 11, 2001 Living Memorial Grove — [Von Briesen Park] —
Near Von Briesen Park.
This grove of flowering trees is a living memorial dedicated to the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. It is a passive space for quiet contemplations. This is one of the five Living Memorial Groves, one in each borough, with clear views of . . . — — Map (db m154102) HM
47 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — South Cliff — Gateway National Recreation Area, Fort Wadsworth — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
Near South Weed Road.
These platforms are all that remain of gun batteries from the late 1800s and early 1900s. The oldest layer, made mostly of granite, supported the South Cliff battery here during and after the Civil War. Nine 15-inch-diameter Rodmans – the . . . — — Map (db m154823) HM
48 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Staten Island War Dog Memorial —
Near Wadsworth Avenue.
They protected and watched over us at home and on the field of battle. We are forever grateful for their undying loyalty, devotion, and faithful service. They are not forgotten A tribute and honor in recognition and dedication to all military . . . — — Map (db m154312) WM
49 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — The Four Chaplains —
Near South Weed Road.
It was here at the former Army Port of Embarkation, Pier 11, in Stapleton, Staten Island, that the USAT Dorchester loaded with a contingent of officers and men left port on the morning of January 22nd, 1943 for a destination unknown to meet a . . . — — Map (db m154393) HM WM
50 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge —
On Lily Pond Avenue at Major Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Lily Pond Avenue.
Completed 1964 was the final Link on the Metropolitan Arterial System affording Through Highway Travel to the South and West. Map of the principal Routes of Travel existing previous to and during the American Revolutionary Period — — Map (db m158225) HM
51 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Torpedo Building — Gateway National Recreation Area, Fort Wadsworth — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
Near South Weed Road.
This structure, built from 1892-94, once held the key to New York Harbor’s defense. In the late 1800s, military engineers developed “torpedoes” – actually “mines” in current military terms – that could be . . . — — Map (db m154587) HM
52 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Torpedo Wharf — Gateway National Recreation Area — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
Near Dock Road.
The wharf ahead, first built about 1850, was where “torpedoes” (mines) were loaded onto mine laying vessels for placement in New York harbor beginning in the 1890s. Since the torpedoes were not permanently wired in place, they were transported on . . . — — Map (db m154496) HM
53 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth — Verrazano – Narrows Bridge —
On Hudson Road, on the right when traveling north.
“We found a pleasant place below steep little hills. And from among those hills a mighty deep-mouthed river ran into the sea.”     Giovanni da Verrazano, Italian explorer, 1524
Until the 1960s, the only way . . . — — Map (db m22320) HM
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54 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Grasmere — Michael J. Leonard Memorial Plaza —
On Hylan Boulevard at Clove Road, on the right when traveling south on Hylan Boulevard.
To honor the memory of Cpl. Michael J. Leonard U.S. Army Killed in Action France July 16, 1918 and all deceased members of Grasmere Post No.119 American Legion May 30, 1968 — — Map (db m158357) WM
55 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Great Kills — 301 — Crescent Beach Park —
On Tennyson Drive at Crescent Beach Road, on the left when traveling west on Tennyson Drive.
What was here before? Staten Island was originally inhabited by the Lenape. The first recorded Europeans in this area were French merchants Jacques Guyon and Jacques Baudoeun, who each received a grant of 200 acres from the local governor, . . . — — Map (db m293086) HM
56 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Great Kills — 300 — Seaside Wildlife Nature Park —
Near Tennyson Drive at Nelson Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
What was here before? The region's earliest inhabitants were the Lenape. After Frenchman Jacques Guyon (1637-1688) settled here in 1664, this area was populated by Europeans by the end of that century. Originally called "Gifford" after . . . — — Map (db m239519) HM
57 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Great Kills — The Great Kills Veterans Memorial —
On Nelson Avenue at Brower Court, on the left when traveling west on Nelson Avenue.
Dedicated to the men and women who served their country with honor — — Map (db m157155) WM
58 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Huguenot — Bishop Francis Asbury —
On Woodrow Road at Deserre Avenue when traveling west on Woodrow Road.
Commemorating the first sermon preached by Bishop Francis Asbury in the state of New York June 9, 1771 near this site at the home of Peter van Pelt on Woodrow Road From such auspicious beginnings the Methodist Church at Woodrow became . . . — — Map (db m156657) HM
59 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Huguenot — Woodrow Methodist Church — New York City Historic District —
On Woodrow Road at Deserre Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Woodrow Road.
This church, built in 1942, is located on the site of the first Methodist church in Staten Island which dated back to 1787. The history of the congregation is associated with two pioneer American Methodist preachers, Bishop Francis Asbury and the . . . — — Map (db m156725) HM
60 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Joseph Manna Park — Constantino Busso Memorial — ⚓ —
On Forest Avenue at Goethals Road North, on the right when traveling west on Forest Avenue.
Constantino Busso S 1/C USN 1919 - 1945 USS Ticonderoga Jan. 21, 1945 — — Map (db m271345) WM
61 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Joseph Manna Park — Edward A. Bloom Memorial —
On Forest Avenue at Goethals Road North, on the left when traveling west on Forest Avenue.
Edward A. Bloom Corp. Co. L. 165th Inft. Died in France Age 21 — — Map (db m271349) WM
62 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Joseph Manna Park — Frank Busso Memorial — ⚓ —
On Forest Avenue at Goethals Road North, on the right when traveling west on Forest Avenue.
Frank Busso WT 2/C USN 1921 - 1942 Battle of Midway June 6, 1942 — — Map (db m271347) WM
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63 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Joseph Manna Park — Harry A. Gill Memorial —
On Forest Avenue at Goethals Road North, on the left when traveling west on Forest Avenue.
Harry A. Gill Pvt. Co. I. 165th Inf. Died in France Age 26 — — Map (db m271348) WM
64 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Joseph Manna Park — Joseph Manna Memorial —
On Forest Avenue at Goethals Road North, on the right when traveling west on Forest Avenue.
Seaman First Class (Radioman) U. S. Navy Joseph Manna 18 years of age went down with the USS Duncan off the Solomon Islands October 11, 1942 — — Map (db m271344) WM
65 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Joseph Manna Park — Port of New York Authority World War II Memorial —
On Forest Avenue at Morrow Street, on the right when traveling west on Forest Avenue.
In honor of the men and women of the Port of New York Authority who served our country in World War II ★ Lewis P. Elliott, U.S.A. • ★ James J. Mahoney, U.S.A. • ★ Daniel P. Donovan, U.S.N. Joseph A. Adams . . . — — Map (db m271354) WM
66 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Latourette Park — LaTourette Park in the Greenbelt — (859 acres) —
On Edinboro Road east of Richmond Hill Road, on the right when traveling west.
The LaTourette family farmed in this area until 1910, then sold the property to New York City in 1928. Today it is home to the popular LaTourette Golf Course, and provides easy access to Historic Richmond Town and the central Greenbelt. Tour . . . — — Map (db m271307) HM
67 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Lighthouse Hill — 232 — Jacques Marchais Center of Tibetan Art —
On Lighthouse Avenue 0.2 miles west of Edinboro Road, on the right when traveling east.
Jacques Marchais Center of Tibetan Art has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009 by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m181553) HM
68 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Livingston — Livingston World War II Memorial
On Richmond Terrace east of Snug Harbor Road, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
In honor of the men and women of Livingston who served our country in World War II and in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice Adams, Harold H. • Adams, James B. • Adams, Kenneth H. • Anderson, George A. • Anderson, James W. • . . . — — Map (db m149702) WM
69 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Livingston — The Pelton House —
On Richmond Terrace, on the right when traveling east.
This pre-Revolutionary homestead is in three distinct sections, each representing a different period. The earliest was erected in 1730, the central portion in 1776, and the third in 1832. Originally built by Johannes De Groot, the house passed to . . . — — Map (db m42612) HM
70 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Livingston — World War II Memorial —
On Richmond Terrace just east of Snug Harbor Road, on the left when traveling east.
In honor of the men and women of Livingston who served our country in World War II and in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice. Adams, Harold H. • Adams, James B. • Adams, Kenneth H. • Andersen, George A. • Anderson, . . . — — Map (db m181577) WM
71 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mariners Harbor — 1776 / 1859 / 1906 —
On Richmond Terrace west of Van Name Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
1776 Adapted detail of "A plan of New York Island, with part of Long Island, Staten Island & east New Jersey, with a particular description of the engagement on the Woody heights of Long Island, between Flatbush and Brooklyn, on the 27th of . . . — — Map (db m271321) HM
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72 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mariners Harbor — 301 — Bobbie Lewis Jr. Playground —
On Harbor Road south of Richmond Terrace, on the right when traveling south.
What was here before? Erastus Wiman (1834-1904), a prominent Staten Island businessman, first developed this area of Mariners Harbor in the late 1880s as an entertainment center that concentrated on a new rail station, which he called . . . — — Map (db m271322) HM
73 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mariners Harbor — 300 — Richmond Terrace Park —
On Richmond Terrace at Van Name Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Richmond Terrace.
What was here before? This site located on Richmond Terrace between Van Pelt and Van Name Avenues is in Staten Island's Mariner's Harbor on the North Shore. The town was known for its oyster harvesting in the 1800s. The subsequent maritime . . . — — Map (db m271320) HM
74 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mariners Harbor — 300 — The Big Park — 3.014 acres —
On Grandview Avenue north of Continental Place, on the right when traveling north.
The Big Park, known as Grandview Playground after adjacent Grandview Avenue until 2017, was originally named Mariners Harbor Houses Playground for the adjacent housing development. Both the playground and the housing complex took their names from . . . — — Map (db m271323) HM
75 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — New Earth - Apocalypse Knowledge Advancement Unit (NEAKA), 2014 —
Near Richmond Terrace east of Snug Harbor Road, on the right when traveling east.
Tattfoo Tan (b. 1975, Malaysia) New Earth - Apocalypse Knowledge Advancement Unit (NEAKA), 2014
NEAKA (New Earth Apocalypse Knowledge Advancement) is a symbolic reminder of society's uncertainty due . . . — — Map (db m293123) HM
76 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Anzio Beachhead Memorial —
Near Chapel Road east of Gazebo Road, on the right when traveling east.
This memorial honors American and Allied Forces who fought on Anzio Beachhead, Italy January 22 - May 25, 1944 On January 22, 1944, Americans and Allied landed amphibious forces on the Anzio Beachhead 20 miles south of Rome. Intending to . . . — — Map (db m293138) HM WM
77 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Carl Grillo Glass House and Perennial Garden — Glass House renovations: 1999 Chief of Design: Robert C. Johnert, RLA —
On Chapel Road east of Cottage Row, on the right when traveling east.
Many residents of Sailors' Snug Harbor worked in the greenhouse, or "glass house," tending to the plants and vegetables that helped feed and beautify their residential community. Its renovation as part of the Staten Island Botanical Garden . . . — — Map (db m293139) HM
78 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Cottage Row — Built: 1885 - 1898 Architect: Richard P. Smyth —
On Cottage Row north of Chapel Road, on the left when traveling north.
Who lived on Cottage Row? The commissary, the secretary, a fleet of engineers, gardeners, bakers, and farmers lived in these cottages from the late 19th century to early 20th century, when the site was known as Sailors' Snug Harbor. Each of the . . . — — Map (db m293142) HM
79 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Governor's House — Built: 1847 Architect: William Ranlett —
Near Snug Harbor Road east of Kissel Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Does the name "Melville" sound familiar to you? While the most famous Melville is arguably Herman, the author of the classic maritime novel Moby Dick, his brother Thomas Melville was infamous in his own right. Starting in 1867, Thomas . . . — — Map (db m293108) HM
80 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — History of Lake Cemetery —
On Forest Avenue east of Willow Road East, on the right when traveling east.
The Old Clove Baptist Church removed from Clove road at Richmond Road and relocated to Willowbrook Road about 1840. Soon a church building was erected as a meeting place for the North Shore Baptist Church and stood on the edge of a farm owned by . . . — — Map (db m271309) HM WM
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81 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — In Loving Memory of SSHLL President Anthony Michael Varvaro — Husband of Kerry Varvaro — Father of Anthony Jr. (AJ), Jonathan, Christian and Savannah —
Near Snug Harbor Road east of Kissel Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Anthony played baseball at Curtis High School before attending St. Johns University on a baseball scholarship. Drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 2006, he pitched for six seasons in the Major Leagues. In four years with the Atlanta Braves he . . . — — Map (db m307465) HM
82 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Matron's House — Completed: 1846 Architect: Frederick Diaper —
On Chapel Road east of Gazebo Road, on the right when traveling east.
Local legend has it that the Matron at Sailors' Snug Harbor ran a very strict household. The Matron managed the female staff, who did laundry, cooked meals, and took care of the sailors who lived there. The women lived together in the lodge-style . . . — — Map (db m293124) HM
83 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Music Hall — Built: 1891 - 1892 Architect: Robert W. Gibson —
On Richmond Terrace west of Tysen Street, on the right when traveling east.
Have you ever been to an event from the Music Hall? In recent years, you may have seen performances from Joan Baez, David Bowie, Galt McDermott, Ingrid Michaelson, Buster Poindexter, Tony Randall, Spyro Gyra, Jethro Tull, the xx, and Norah Jones, . . . — — Map (db m293121) HM
84 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — New York Chinese Scholar's Garden — Completed: 1999 Landscape Architect: Zou Gongwu, Landscape Architecture Company of China —
On Cottage Road south of Chapel Road, on the right when traveling south.
The New York Chinese Scholar's Garden (NYCSG) is the first authentic classical outdoor scholar's garden in America. The design represents the traditional private gardens in Suzhou, China during the Ming Dynasty (1368 CE - 1644 CE), which . . . — — Map (db m293141) HM
85 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art — Buildings C & G | New York City Landmark Building Built: 1831-1833 Architect: Minard Lafever —
On Richmond Terrace east of Snug Harbor Road, on the right when traveling east.
The Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art is the largest and oldest art gallery on Staten Island, featuring major solo and group exhibitions that include a mix of local and international work. Also called the Main Hall and John J. Marchi . . . — — Map (db m293111) HM
86 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Noble Maritime Collection — Building D | New York City and National Historic Landmark Completed: 1844 — Architect: Samuel Thomson, based on plans by Minard Lafever —
On Richmond Terrace west of Tysen Street, on the right when traveling east.
Founded in 1986, the Noble Maritime Collection presents exhibition and programs that celebrate New York's working waterfront in the tradition of distinguished artist John A. Noble (1913-1983). The museum uses art to make the harbor accessible to . . . — — Map (db m293119) HM
87 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Noble Maritime Collection — Building D | New York City and National Historic Landmark Completed: 1844 — Architect: Samuel Thomson, based on plans by Minard Lafever —
Near Richmond Terrace west of Tysen Street, on the right when traveling east.
Founded in 1986, the Noble Maritime Collection presents exhibition and programs that celebrate New York's working waterfront in the tradition of distinguished artist John A. Noble (1913-1983). The museum uses art to make the harbor accessible to . . . — — Map (db m293122) HM
88 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Snug Harbor Little League —
On Snug Harbor Road east of Kissel Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Inaugural Hall of Frame Class Mario Accocello • Joseph Caccavo • Steven Cannon • Glen Corsa • Stephen Hemsworth • Brendan Lynch • Dean Ludwig • Craig McAndrews • Matthew McGinley • Doug Meiners • Marc Mezzadri • Keith . . . — — Map (db m293102) HM
89 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Snug Harbor: History, Culture, Community —
On Richmond Terrace east of Snug Harbor Road, on the right when traveling east.
Welcome to Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden! This 83-acre campus is the result of more than four decades of restoration and development to convert Sailors' Snug Harbor, a 19th-century charitable rest home for sailors, to a regional . . . — — Map (db m293118) HM
90 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Snug Harbor's Front Lawn: Past and Present —
On Richmond Terrace west of Tysen Street, on the right when traveling east.
Look around you: almost everything you see on the front lawn today was built to house, care for, and entertain the residents (also called "inmates" or "Snuggies") of Sailors' Snug Harbor. The stories behind these structures are a testament to the . . . — — Map (db m293120) HM
91 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Staten Island Children's Museum — Building M Completed: 1913 Architect: Thomas Nash —
Near Chapel Road east of Gazebo Road, on the right when traveling east.
If you grew up on Staten Island, one of your first visits to Snug Harbor most likely involved happy memories spent at the Staten Island Children's Museum. Originally founded in 1974, the Children's Museum moved its location to Snug Harbor in . . . — — Map (db m293133) HM
92 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Staten Island Museum — Buildings A & B | New York City Landmark Built: 1879 - 1880 Architect: Richard P. Smyth —
Near Richmond Terrace east of Snug Harbor Road, on the right when traveling east.
The Staten Island Museum is as important to Staten Island's history, natural preservation, and culture as Snug Harbor itself. When you visit, you'll enjoy exhibitions, programs, and educational activities that spark curiosity and create . . . — — Map (db m293109) HM
93 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Veterans Memorial Hall — Staten Island War Memorial Association —
On Chapel Road east of Gazebo Road, on the right when traveling east.
This memorial is dedicated to those members of the United States armed forces who left our Staten Island community and gave their lives in the service of their country Duty • Honor • Country Seamans Chapel Sailors Snug Harbor . . . — — Map (db m293130) HM
94 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — Veteran's Memorial Hall — New York City Landmark Completed: 1856 Architect: James Salmon —
On Chapel Road east of Gazebo Road, on the right when traveling east.
The Veteran's Memorial Hall—historically known as the Chapel—was originally built without a tower and used to sit 200 feet away, where the Great Hall is now located. The Greek Revival style building was completed when all Sailors' Snug Harbor . . . — — Map (db m293127) HM
95 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Mid Island — 300 — Westerleigh Park —
On Willard Avenue at Springfield Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Willard Avenue.
What was here before? First purchased in 1848 by John Vanderbilt, the land was sold to the National Prohibition Party in 1887 to create a summer retreat. By July 1888, the National Prohibition Campground Association had built a large . . . — — Map (db m271312) HM
96 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Midland Beach — 301 — General Douglas MacArthur Park —
On Jefferson Street at Seaver Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Jefferson Street.
What was here before? The land encompassing this park and the General Charles W. Berry Houses was once occupied by the Richmond County Fair Grounds. In 1905 the Richmond County Fair moved to the fairgrounds, after it was previously held in . . . — — Map (db m271295) HM
97 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, Midland Beach — Midland Beach Veterans Memorial —
On Father Capodanno Boulevard at Midland Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Father Capodanno Boulevard.
Dedicated to those who served and died World War I Charles C. Kreider World War II Joseph Aloi John J. Kohm James J. Malloy Andrew T. Ott Charles E. Steiniger Korea John J. Craig Paul E. Pakidis, Jr. Vietnam Louis W. . . . — — Map (db m159688) WM
98 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, New Brighton — Carl Grillo Glass House — Chief of Design: Robert C. Johnert, RLA — Built: 1999
On Chapel Road just east of Cottage Row, on the right when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
This magnificent 2,800-square-foot green house was dedicated in memory of Staten Island native and community leader Carl Grillo. He was an avid gardener who received recognition and awards for his home garden. The Glass House's three-zone heating . . . — — Map (db m181585) HM
99 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, New Brighton — Cottage Row — Architect: Richard P. Smyth (1819-1885) Formerly: Professional Staff Quarters — Built: 1885
On Cottage Row just north of Chapel Road, on the right when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
Conveniently located near the Governor's House, Cottage Row served as professional staff quarters from the late 19th Century to early 20th Century. The commissary, the secretary, a fleet of engineers, gardeners, bakers, and farmers lived in their . . . — — Map (db m181583) HM
100 ► New York, Richmond County, Staten Island, New Brighton — Music Hall — Architect: Robert W. Gibson (1854-1927) — Built: 1892
Near Melville Road 0.2 miles east of Chapel Road, on the left when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
Designed by Robert W. Gibson and built in 1892, the Music Hall is the center of Performing Arts at Snug Harbor. It is an excellent example of a late 19th Century concert hall in New York City. The exteriors ionic capitals are echoed inside where . . . — — Map (db m181587) HM

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