On Main Street (New York State Route 207) just south of Court Lane, on the left when traveling south.
(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
On Main Street (New York State Route 207) north of Park Place, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Maplewood Terrace 0 miles east of Main Street (New York State Route 207), on the left when traveling east.
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
On Webster Avenue south of Court Lane, on the right when traveling south.
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
Near New York State Route 17A 0.4 miles from Gibson Rd (County Route 100), on the right when traveling south.
Built in the 1700’s 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
On Main Street (New York State Route 207) at Court Lane, on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
In this building on June 9, 1950, the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted 34-0 to establish Orange County Community College. Dedicated on OCCC’s 50th Anniversary — — Map (db m147202) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 207) 0.2 miles south of Scotchtown Road (County Route 83), on the right when traveling south.
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 1700’s. — — Map (db m25195) HM
Near Craigville Road 0.2 miles west of Brookside Drive, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Main Street (New York State Route 207) 0.2 miles from Church Street when traveling north.
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
Near Main Street (New York State Route 207) just south of Erie Street, on the left when traveling south.
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
On South Main Street at Grove Street when traveling north on South Main Street.
First MIA Flag
On Nov. 10, 1974 the nation’s first MIA banner and flag pole was dedicated under a resolution conceived by Commander Thomas C. Bushing. — — Map (db m28721) HM
On Grove Street 0.1 miles west of New York State Route 17.
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
On Main Street at Schneider Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
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. D’Onofrio, Mayor Trustees Harold . . . — — Map (db m55526) HM
On Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
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 e’er untarned, . . . — — Map (db m103706) HM
Near West Point Hwy, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
On Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
On Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
On West Point Hwy at Veterans Way, on the right when traveling north on West Point Hwy.
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
On Main Street at Dale Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
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
On Main Street at Veterans Way, on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
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) HM
On Veterans Way at Main Street, on the left when traveling west on Veterans Way.
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
On Veterans Way at Main Street, on the left when traveling west on Veterans Way.
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) HM
On Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
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 West Point Hwy, on the left when traveling north.
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
On Main Street at Veterans Way, on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
April 3, 1837 – March 29, 1921 As a young man, the poet- naturalist taught school near this spot. Here he wrote his poem “Waiting”. — — Map (db m52715) HM
On West Point Hwy, on the left when traveling north.
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
On Main Street at West Point Hwy, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
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
On Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
On Main Street at Cozzens Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
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
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
On North Street at Depot Street/Orchard Street, on the left when traveling north on North Street.
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
On Route 211 East (New York State Route 211) at Fitzgerald Dr., on the right when traveling east on Route 211 East.
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
On East Ave at Houston Ave, on the left when traveling south on East Ave.
Edwin Welling VanDuzer
Memorial Home-Built 1887
Frank J. Lindsey. Architect
1939 Historical Society of
Middletown and Wallkill Prec
— — Map (db m147875) HM
On Depot Street just west of North Street, on the right when traveling west.
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
On South Street 0.1 miles south of Main St, on the left when traveling north.
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
On James Street at King Street, on the right when traveling south on James Street.
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
On East Main Street (County Route 67) at Midland Park Dr, on the left when traveling east on East Main Street.
Formerly a one-room schoolhouse, District #11, Town of Wallkill. Built in the 1800’s, this first Mechanicstown school served area students until closing in 1926. — — Map (db m25335) HM
On Goshen Turnpike at Arnott Lane, on the right when traveling north on Goshen Turnpike.
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
On Mulberry St. just from Fulton St (New York State Route 17M).
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
On East Main Street (County Route 67) 0.1 miles east of Philipsburg Rd, on the right when traveling east.
During the Revolutionary War, Mills owned by patriots Henry Wisner and Moses Phillips produced gunpowder for Washington’s Army here. — — Map (db m25337) HM
On Orchard Street just east of North Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Hillside Cemetery Vaux Entranceway north of Mulberry Street, on the right when traveling north.
Honoring the celebrated landscape
architect, associate of Frederick Law
Olmstead, who designed the cemetery
in 1861.
——————————————
Hillside Cemetery has . . . — — Map (db m118380) HM
On Fulton St. (New York State Route 17M) at Mulberry St on Fulton St..
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
On New York State Route 17M 0.3 miles west of County Route 40, on the right when traveling west.
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
On Millpond Parkway at New York State Route 17M on Millpond Parkway.
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
On Spring Street (County Route 105) 0.2 miles from Freeland Street (County Route 40), on the right when traveling west.
Presbyterian Meeting House 1783. Land gift of Daniel Miller. First Pastor Silas Constant. Last service 1853 Rev. Daniel Niles Freeland. — — Map (db m122288) HM
On Nelson Rd 1.2 miles from Lakes Rd (County Route 5), on the right.
Notable Inn, 1942 - 1968, of the Greenwood Lake Forest Farms Colony.
Vacation residence of African-American cultural leaders including Langston Hughes. — — Map (db m28867) HM
On Lakes Road (County Route 5) at Route 17M (New York State Route 17M) on Lakes Road.
The 1800’s saw this site occupied by a fulling mill. During the 1900’s a blacksmith shop operated by Mr. Gimpsey was here. Circa 1925 a two-story wood frame soda fountian stood here. in 1919 “The Monroe Diner” was opened. It was operated . . . — — Map (db m24259) HM
On Stage Road north of State Route 17M, on the right when traveling north.
Freemasons met here from 1817-1826. Purchased by the Cornerstone Lodge #711 in 1998. The 1817 Lodge Room remains active as of 2013. — — Map (db m68711) HM
On Maple Avenue 0.1 miles east of Stage Rd, on the left.
Built in 1840, land donated by the Sweezy’s, enlarged in 1875. Earlier services conducted by circuit riders at Knights Mill & Forshee Hill. — — Map (db m50383) HM
Cheese was first made here in 1873 by Julius Wettstein. In 1892 Emil Frey developed Liederkranz & c.1917 Velveeta. Moved to Van Wert, Ohio 1926. — — Map (db m23675) HM
On Maple Ave at Carpenter Place, on the right when traveling north on Maple Ave.
First races held here, 1908. Last race, 1927. Track record was set in 1913 by Directum 1:2:04 1/2. The grandstand was razed in 1964. — — Map (db m25105) HM
Before the railroad came to town, Monroe had been an isolated community, composed mainly of farmers. When the New York & Erie Railroad (later reorganized as the Erie Railroad) rolled into town in 1841, an entirely new way of life was introduced. . . . — — Map (db m60267) HM
Built 1902, Moses C. Migel purchased in 1923 as vacation home for blind. Donated to Amer. Fdn. for blind 1944. Helen Keller visited here. — — Map (db m121325) HM
On Reynolds Road 0.3 miles west of Orange Turnpike (County Route 19) when traveling west.
Outlaws attacked and attempted to murder patriot Henry Reynolds, who was saved by the heroics of his daughter Phoebe, circa 1782 — — Map (db m34318) HM
On Route 17M (New York State Route 17M) 0.2 miles east of Museum Village Road.
In Honor of
Roscoe W. Smith
Founder
Old Museum Village of Smith’s Clove
who, by his interest, vision, imagination and industry, collected and preserved for future generations this treasury of Americana.
Founded 1950 . . . — — Map (db m24258) HM
On New York State Route 17M at New York State Route 208, on the right when traveling west on State Route 17M.
Created by NYS March 23, 1799
First named Cheescocks, renamed Munroe April 6, 1808, popularized Monroe ca. 1818 after President James Monroe. — — Map (db m23469) HM
On St Rte 416 (New York State Route 416) 0.5 miles south of Union St. (New York State Route 211).
Not all who arrived in this "New World" came of their own free will. There were those brought in heavy iron shackles -- victims of the cruel and inhumane institution known as slavery.
According to records, 236 slaves, and 17 free blacks and . . . — — Map (db m23118) HM
On New York State Route 416 0 miles east of New York State Route 211, on the left when traveling east.
Site of Hebron Lutheran Church and burial ground (Harrison Meeting). Log church built by Palatine Germans. Destroyed prior to American Revolution. — — Map (db m23112) HM
On New York State Route 17K 1 mile west of New York State Route 208, on the right when traveling west.
1st U.S. Science expedition remains exhibited London & Amer. philosoph. Society, Philadelphia. Dig Painted by Charles W. Peale, 1810. — — Map (db m49822) HM
On Union St (New York State Route 211) 0 miles north of New York State Route 416, on the left when traveling north.
Built by Palantine settler Hans Smith 1771. Enlarged by Johannes Miller 1791 a promoter of Cochecton Pike, Montgomery Academy & County Agricultural Society — — Map (db m23115) HM
On Union St (New York State Route 211) at Pleasure Ground St, on the right when traveling south on Union St.
James Ward-Grist-Miller, owned present village-called Ward's Bridge until 1810. Land part of Thomas & Mary Powell, vast farm on both sides of Union Street, early Hudson River steamboat builders.
1850-1878-Site of first Orange County Fairs, . . . — — Map (db m23110) HM
On Albany Post Rd (County Route 18) 0.1 miles south of Van Aist Rd. (New York State Route 17K), on the left when traveling north.
Site of stone house built by pioneer settler Wilhelm Smith in 1759. Replaced by his descendants c. 1850 present Greek revival style frame structure which incorporates fabric from the original dwelling — — Map (db m23101) HM
On County Road 50 (County Route 50) 0.5 miles north of New York 17M (New York State Route 17M), on the left when traveling north.
A 1700 industrial and mill settlement. Wawayanda Inn built in 1866, a store and stage coach stop. Mason’s store established 1917. — — Map (db m32923) HM
Near Temple Hill Road (New York State Route 300), on the right when traveling north.
Chaplain Israel Evans proposed building a “Temple of Virtue” where officers could assemble for meetings and the army could worship together rather than attend separate services around town or ignore the Sabbath completely. To this end, . . . — — Map (db m8763) HM
On Little Britain Road (New York State Route 207) at Beattie Rd, on the right when traveling west on Little Britain Road.
Built by General James Clinton Commander of NY troops during the Revolutionary War, presided at surrender at Yorktown 1781. Town Clerk & Supervisor of New Windsor, died here Dec. 22, 1812 — — Map (db m44245) HM
On Bruenig Rd at International Blvd., on the left when traveling north on Bruenig Rd.
Honors Lt. William Bruenig killed in a flight training accident 8-28-1942 Stewart Field after bailing USMA Aviation Cadet to safety. — — Map (db m136856) HM
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