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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Dutchess County, New York

 
Clickable Map of Dutchess County, New York and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Dutchess County, NY (336) Columbia County, NY (280) Orange County, NY (563) Putnam County, NY (138) Ulster County, NY (266) Fairfield County, CT (455) Litchfield County, CT (266) Berkshire County, MA (159)  DutchessCounty(336) Dutchess County (336)  ColumbiaCounty(280) Columbia County (280)  OrangeCounty(563) Orange County (563)  PutnamCounty(138) Putnam County (138)  UlsterCounty(266) Ulster County (266)  FairfieldCountyConnecticut(455) Fairfield County (455)  LitchfieldCounty(266) Litchfield County (266)  BerkshireCountyMassachusetts(159) Berkshire County (159)
Poughkeepsie is the county seat for Dutchess County
Adjacent to Dutchess County, New York
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      Ulster County (266)  
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      Litchfield County, Connecticut (266)  
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101 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Preserving a President’s ViewHome of Franklin D. Roosevelt Nat’l Hist Pk
James Roosevelt purchased a house on 110 acres alongside the Hudson River in 1867. Both he and his son, FDR, cherished the vista from the south lawn, which provided the backdrop for many family, community, and political events. Eventually, this . . . Map (db m93637) HM
102 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Reformed DutchChurch of Hyde Park
Reformed Dutch Church of Hyde Park Established 1789 as the Stoutenburgh Religious Society. Oldest continuous Congregation in Hyde Park. William C. Pomeroy Foundation 2015Map (db m83232) HM
103 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Reformed Dutch Church Hyde Park
Reformed Dutch Church Hyde Park, New York Has Been Placed On The National Register Of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Organized 1789   Built 1824Map (db m83234) HM
104 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Riverfront ParkHyde Park Trails
STARTING AT THE RIVER'S EDGE Many Hudson River settlements share similar beginnings. The Hudson has been the lifeblood of the Valley since before history, providing food, water and transport. The Hudson is a tidal estuary — an arm of the . . . Map (db m210494) HM
105 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Site of James K. Paulding House
Site of James K. Paulding House, 1841 – 1860 Paulding was a distinguished author, collaborated with Washington Irving, was Sec’y of Navy under Van BurenMap (db m83236) HM
106 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Springwood
The house before you today is dramatically different from the farmhouse FDR’s father purchased in 1867. Over the years, the home reflected the changing circumstances in FDR’s life. In good times, he expanded the house to meet the needs of his . . . Map (db m83110) HM
107 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — St. James Church
Erected 1844. Attended by Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd President of the United States, and his family.Map (db m83235) HM
108 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Stoutenburgh House
Built 1745-65 by William Stoutenburgh, son of Jacobus Stoutenburgh, first colonial settler of Hyde ParkMap (db m132619) HM
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109 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — The heart of Franklin Roosevelt
Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) centered his life on Springwood, the family estate. Whether starting married life with his new bride Eleanor, launching his political career, or recovering from the effects of polio, he always returned here. . . . Map (db m83111) HM
110 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — The Hyde Park Landing Flag
The Hyde Park Ice Yacht Club, had its boathouse on lands now owned by Hyde Park Landing. Members were united by a shared passion for their river and their sport, particularly racing. FDR (before his presidential days), FW Vanderbilt, Archibald . . . Map (db m210410) HM
111 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — The Kiosk Frieze "Shad Nets" Painting
A view of Hyde Park Landing from the Professions and Industries in Hyde Park murals in the Hyde Park, New York Post Office painted in 1941 by Olin Dows (1904-1981). Dows, a Rhinebeck native and Vassar-trained artist, became head of . . . Map (db m210401) HM
112 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — The Kiosk Frieze "Sturgeon" Painting
A view of Hyde Park Landing from the Professions and Industries in Hyde Park murals in the Hyde Park, New York Post Office painted in 1941 by Olin Dows (1904-1981). Dows, a Rhinebeck native and Vassar-trained artist, became head of . . . Map (db m210491) HM
113 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — The Last "Albany Beef" Caught at Hyde ParkMay 19, 1960 — The sturgeon is now the symbol of the Hudson River Estuary —
Sturgeon: This fish once abounded in the Hudson River. It was a favorite of the Dutch, at Albany (Beverwyck), and is on that account, called "Albany Beef". Mr. Lehan lived on River Road at the top of the hill south of Hyde Park Landing. He . . . Map (db m210408) HM
114 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — The World Mourns
I felt like the moon, the stars, and all the planets had fallen on me. - President Harry S. Truman, Roosevelt’s successor. I’m walking south on Michigan Boulevard and I can’t stop crying. Everybody’s crying. - Studs Terkel, writer. . . . Map (db m83112) HM
115 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Those Who Served
Those Who Served Korea Ralph Herrmann, Jr. • Neal W. Horton • Ernest W. Frank, Jr. • Robert D. Holtzman • Clarence B. Devens, Sr. • Ronald L. O’Rourke • Donald E. Veith, Sr. • George W. Berryann • James B. Cruger • Gerard F. Kilmer • Lawrence D. . . . Map (db m83632) WM
116 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Winnakee Educational Arboretumat Winnakee Nature Preserve — Hyde Park Trails —
Welcome to the Winnakee Educational Arboretum! Download the Winnakee Arboretum Guidebook App at www.winnakeeland.org or scan QR below. This 1.1 mile self-guided loop trail showcases many of the important native, naturalized, and . . . Map (db m210521) HM
117 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Winnakee Nature PreserveHyde Park Trails
WOODLANDS OF A GREAT ESTATE The Winnakee Land Trust Nature Preserve was once part of the Crumwold estate, one of three magnificent Hudson River estates which supported the people of Hyde Park. Built by Colonel Archibald Rogers in the 1800s, . . . Map (db m210666) HM
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118 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — World War II
East Park Observation Post Aircraft warning service Civilian airplane spotters on 24 hour watch 1942-1943. Site [was on] east side of Violet Ave.Map (db m132623) HM
119 New York, Dutchess County, Lagrangeville — Historic Freedom Plains Church
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120 New York, Dutchess County, Milan — Colonial Inn
Colonial Inn Built about 1773 Stage Inn, Doctor's Office, Hotel, Store, Post Office of Jackson CornersMap (db m144659) HM
121 New York, Dutchess County, Milan — Lafayette House
Lafayette House Named in 1824 Famous relay station between the east and the Hudson. Overnight stop for post riders before the railroad era. Map (db m144667) HM
122 New York, Dutchess County, Milan — Milan Christian Church
Site of Milan Christian Church Organized 1820 Services discontinued 1918 Razed 1967Map (db m192406) HM
123 New York, Dutchess County, Milan — Nobletown Road
Nobletown Road Running from Post Road In Livingston, through Gallatin, Ancram, State Line, Nobletown, to Barrington, N.H. In use before 1798Map (db m144658) HM
124 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 7 — "Aren’t We Dressed Up Fine?" / "Come Siamo Eleganti!"Millbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
“Aren’t We Dressed Up Fine?” The Dutchess and Columbia Railroad Company built this corner building as its head- quarters in 1870. Later, its offices were moved to Dutchess Junction, near Beacon. From 1889 - 1891 the building was . . . Map (db m140040) HM
125 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 15 — "Downstreet" / Centro CittàMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
“Downstreet” The intersection at this stoplight has been an important crossroads for generations, known colloquially to villagers as "downstreet." J.B. McQuaig, an Irish immigrant, ran the general store pictured here for much of the first half . . . Map (db m140119) HM
126 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 25 — "Gandy Dancers" / I Construttori della FerroviaMillwood, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
“Gandy Dancers” Railroad maintenance was a constant necessity. Skilled workers and day laborers were hired to grade the land, build trestles, lay and realign the tracks, and keep things in good repair. Nicknamed "gandy dancers," they . . . Map (db m140230) HM
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127 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 9 — "Perfect Service and Perfect Food" / "Servizio e Cibo Perfetti"Millford, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
“Perfect Service and Perfect Food” There have been three prefabricated diners at this location since Charlie Simonson brought the first one to Millbrook from Westchester County in 1929. Acquired in 1931 by Carmine Nardone, it was . . . Map (db m140043) HM
128 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 10 — "Rough Stonework a Specialty" / "Construzioni in Pietra una Specialità"Millbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
“Rough Stonework a Specialty” Rocks abound throughout the region in fields, streams, and forest glens. They were incorporated into structures and stone walls that line roadways and delineate old pastureland. In the hands of skilled . . . Map (db m140114) HM
129 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 4 — "Up to Date in Every Respect" / "Aggiornata in Ogni Aspetto"Millbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
“Up to Date in Every Respect” That was the boast of Sheldon's Pharmacy, across from the railroad station. It had a popular soda fountain, carried souvenirs, published and sold local postcard views like this one, and attracted . . . Map (db m140037) HM
130 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 2 — A Tribute and a Gift / Un tributo ed Un RegaloMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
A Tribute and a Gift The Descendants of Isaac and Hannah Thorn(e) have been part of this community since the 1740s, when much of the area was settled by the Society of Friends (Quakers). Isaac's great grandson, Jonathan Thorne . . . Map (db m139984) HM
131 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 18 — A Wing and a Prayer / La Chiesa delle GrazieMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
A Wing and a Prayer Grace Episcopal Church (1901) anchors the upper end of Millbrook's Franklin Avenue. Stucco, stone, turrets, and towers combine in homage to the English Arts and Crafts movement. The interior, though somewhat . . . Map (db m140175) HM
132 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 17 — A World of Information / Un Mondo di InformazioniMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
A World of Information On November 11, 1901, thirteen prominent citizens discussed the need for a local library. Two weeks later, a constitution was adopted, charter members and a board of trustees were elected, and the Millbrook . . . Map (db m140174) HM
133 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 5 — All Aboard! / Tutti a Bord!Millbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
All Aboard! Rail service had been debated for years before George Hunter Brown and his partners finally succeeded in bringing it to the area in 1869, after the Civil War. The new station and village evolving around it were named . . . Map (db m140038) HM
134 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 22 — Athletics and Community / Sport e ComunitàMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Athletics and Community Built in 1914 as the local YMCA, the building in front of you was dedicated 6 "the physical and moral improvement of the youth of Millbrook." Designed by the noted New York City architect James Ware, the . . . Map (db m140184) HM
135 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 21 — Blown Away / VolatilizzataMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Blown Away The Millbrook Gas and Electric Company (1894-1920), founded by Charles Dieterich, pioneered the use of acetylene in America and provided street lights at 300 village locations. Unfortunately, the gas proved to be highly . . . Map (db m140182) HM
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136 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Community Band Shell
In Grateful Acknowledgement For the Community Effort Put Forth by The Millbrook Lions In the Construction of the Community Band Shell Dedicated June 14, 1987 Village of Millbrook Board of TrusteesMap (db m140180) HM
137 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 26 — Founding Families / I Primi ResidentiMillwood, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Founding Families Considered the oldest residence In the village, this house (1750) was known for generations as the Haight family homestead. Owned by Philip Hart, an early entrepreneur, it was purchased in 1795 by Ebenezer Mott, . . . Map (db m140231) HM
138 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 13 — From Primary School to Town Hall / Da Scuola Elementare a MunicipioMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
From Primary School to Town Hall Built as a primary school in 1913, this red-brick building housed kindergarten and grades 1-3 in four rooms for more than 50 years. Generations of children learned their ABCs here and fondly recall . . . Map (db m140117) HM
139 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 8 — In Stock and For Sale / In Magazzino ed in VenditaMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
In Stock and For Sale Hardware and farm equipment have been sold here since the 1870s. Plows, spring wagons, buggies, garden barrows, and tools are all listed in James Reardon's 1895 newspaper ad. Practical plumbing, steam and . . . Map (db m140041) HM
140 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 12 — Irish and Italian Immigrants / Immigranti Irlandesi ed ItalianiMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Irish and Italian Immigrants Alden Place used to be called "Hogan's Alley" after a news- paper comic strip, begun in 1895, about immigrant children using odd slang. The Irish were the first to settle on Alden Place, having moved . . . Map (db m140116) HM
141 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Jacob Willetts   Deborah Willetts
Jacob Willetts Deborah Willetts Widely Known Educators Lived here in early 19th Century State Education Department 1935Map (db m139342) HM
142 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 24 — Life's Little Pleasures / I Piccoli Piaceri della VitaMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Life’s Little Pleasures Nuncia Galuppo Petrone's specialty shop carried a wide assortment of Italian groceries she offered both imported foods and homemade dolci (sweets). Olive oil was featured both for table and medicinal use. The . . . Map (db m140229) HM
143 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Meeting House
Built in 1780 by the Nine Partners Meeting of the Society of FriendsMap (db m139341) HM
144 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Millbrook Bicentennial
1776   1976 Town of Washington Village of Millbrook Celebrate the Bicentennial 200 Years of Freedom Erected by the Bicentennial Commission Ernest A. Ciferri, Chairman William L. Still, Co-Chairman Robert J. Rogers, Co-Chairman . . . Map (db m139867) HM
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145 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Millbrook Veterans Memorial
In Memoriam All Men and Women of The Millbrook Area Who have Paid the Supreme Sacrifice In All Past Wars . . . Particular Remembrance Korea 1950 – 1953 Charles Johnson   Richard Strothers John Wing Died in Service – . . . Map (db m139865) WM
146 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Millbrook Veterans Monument
1941   1945 Dedicated to the Veterans of the Town of Washington Who Served in Our Country’s Defense and to the Imperishable Memory of Those Who Died Adams, Stirling S. · Alexander, John M. · Alexander, William F. · Anderson, Alexander L. · . . . Map (db m139542) WM
147 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Map — Millbrook, New YorkThe Museum in the Streets
Welcome to Millbrook In 1697, when this area was thickly forested and unexplored, nine men formed a partnership and were granted a royal charter to a huge tract of land that stretched from the Hudson River to what would become the . . . Map (db m139866) HM
148 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Nine Partners School
On this site, 1796-1863. Influential in education. Famous for its teachers and pupils.Map (db m139340) HM
149 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 11 — Old Firehouse / I Vigili del FuocoMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Old Firehouse A series of fires prompted 30 men to form the Millbrook Fire Company No. 1 in 1908 to protect local property and lives. In 1909, they purchased this corner lot from Oakleigh Thorne and constructed the building a year . . . Map (db m140115) HM
150 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 1 — St. Joseph’s Church / La Chiesa di San GiuseppeMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
St. Joseph's Church Before St. Joseph's Church was completed in 1872, local Catholics had been served by priests who rode out either from Poughkeepsie or Amenia to conduct Mass in an inter-denominational hall. St. Joseph's became . . . Map (db m139983) HM
151 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 16 — Strike Up the Band! / La Banda MusicaleMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Strike Up the Band! Millbrook has always loved a parade, whether to celebrate a victory or holiday. Shown here in the large photo is the Armistice parade of 1918, marking the end of the "War to End All Wars." Red Cross workers . . . Map (db m140173) HM
152 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 20 — Tents and Togas / Tende e TogheMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
Tents and Togas Latin used to be an integral part of the high-school curriculum so much so that in 1920-21, three of the eleven faculty members taught the language. Summer school (shown here) was voluntary, not remedial, and popular . . . Map (db m140178) HM
153 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 14 — The Great Fire of 1916 / Il Grande Incendio del 1916Millbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
The Great Fire of 1916 In December 1916, the headline in the local newspaper ran “$100,000 Fire Sweeps Business Section of Village.” An entire block had been destroyed. Despite a well-organized bucket brigade, the fire department, . . . Map (db m140118) HM
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154 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 19 — The School That Launched a Village / La Scuola Chester Creò il VillaggioMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
The School That Launched a Village Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Thorne Memorial Building (also known as Millbrook Memorial School) was built in 1894 by the four surviving children of Jonathan and Lydia . . . Map (db m140177) HM
155 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — To Honor All Those Who Served
To Honor All Those Who ServedMap (db m141505) WM
156 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — Tribute Garden
This Garden was created by The Millbrook Garden Club and planted with Trees, Shrubs and Flowers native to Our Country. It is Dedicated as a Tribute and Memorial to the Soldiers and Sailors who went from the Township of . . . Map (db m139541) WM
157 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — Iron Mine PondTaconic State Park
People have mined iron in the Taconic region since the late 1700s. The first iron furnace with a steam-powered bellows was built on this site in 1847. Caleb Maltby purchased the mine in 1861 and the Maltby Iron Company produced a high grade of iron . . . Map (db m138098) HM
158 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — Irondale Cemetery
Irondale, Millerton, Town of North East. Old Stone 1818.Map (db m135709) HM
159 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — 428 — Irondale School
One room schoolhouse ca. 1850-1930. Stood here until 2013 when moved to Village of Millerton for Visitors' Center.Map (db m132682) HM
160 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — 428 — Irondale School
One room schoolhouse ca. 1850-1930. Stood here until 2013 when moved to Village of Millerton for visitors' center.Map (db m135711) HM
161 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — Rudd Pond
Major Bezaleel Rudd, 1751-1846, cleared land and erected home on this site. Served in the Revolution.Map (db m138071) HM
162 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — Spencer's CornersNorth East Post Office
May 1, 1773, first Baptist covenant meeting in North East held at home of Rev. Simon Dakin, near here.Map (db m138074) HM
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163 New York, Dutchess County, Millerton — Town of North East War Memorial
Dedicated in honor and in memory of the valiant men and women of the Town of North East who served in our nation's conflicts.Map (db m135829) WM
164 New York, Dutchess County, North East — North East Center Burying Ground
Early stone marked 1801Map (db m137993) HM
165 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Akin Hall
Built and dedicated in 1881 by A. J. Akin. Used by Christ Church since 1895. Moved to former site of Mizzentop Hotel by Lowell Thomas 1936. Map (db m25020) HM
166 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Applachian Trail
The Applachian Trail a footpath from Georgia to Maine, since 1922 Maintained by volunteers, crosses Rt.22 near here.Map (db m144323) HM
167 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Cole’s Mill
Founded 1842 by Emery Cole Ruins 870 ft. west Produced flour, feed & grain Wagonmaking shop added run by son, Albert S. ColeMap (db m24976) HM
168 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Dutchess County Reported missing
Created in 1683 and named for the Dutchess of York. The “T” in original name is still used.Map (db m88575) HM
169 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Fredericksburg 1778
From September 20 to November 28, 1778 George Washington, his generals and army of 13,000 were located in or around Fredericksburg, with the John Kane house serving as headquarters. From here emanated George Washington’s strategy of . . . Map (db m24555) HM
170 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Grange Hall
Pawling Grange founded 1897. Hall built by Grange members in 1946 as meeting place and community center. Sold to Town of Pawling in 1962. Map (db m24658) HM
171 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — In memory of General George Washington
In memory of General George Washington Commander in Chief of Continental Army Fredericksburg Sept. 19 – Nov. 27, 1778 Made possible through the efforts of Senator Vincent L. Leibell The Historical Society of . . . Map (db m24556) HM
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172 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — John Kane House
General Washington’s hdqtrs at Fredericksburg (Pawling) Sept. – Nov. 1778 – Kane was a prosperous landowner, early supervisor and a Tory.Map (db m24522) HM
173 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — John L. Worden Reported missing
Commander of the Monitor, against the Confederate Ram, Merrimac. Hampton Roads, Mar. 9, 1862; Rear Admiral, U.S.N. is buried here.Map (db m63935) HM
174 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Lakeside Park
Dutcher House Recreation Area. Included 1/2m trotting track. Home of Harlem Valley Agricultural Fair 1887-91 WWII USAAF CenterMap (db m52012) HM
175 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Living Memorial
These trees were planted as a Living Memorial to Thomas E. Dewey Governor of the State of New York 1943 – 1955 and his wife Frances Hutt Dewey Faithful member of the congregation of Christ Church on Quaker Hill . . . Map (db m25018) HM
176 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Memorial Trees
Dedicated May 4, 1945 to honor Town of Pawling men who gave their lives in the service of their country during World War II. Marker donated Am. Legion Aux. Map (db m24653) HM
177 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Methodist Church
First church built in 1809 South Road; second church in 1854 on Main Street. This church erected in 1864. Additions in 1928 and 1960.Map (db m24888) HM
178 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Mizzen Top Hotel
Was located on this site from 1880 – 1933. The building was three stories high, faced the west with two hundred feet frontage. It was opened during the summer seasons and accommodated 250 guests. Porches bordered three sides. The spacious grounds . . . Map (db m25016) HM
179 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Murrow Park
Originally the Burr Farm, Murrow Park was purchased by the Pawling Lions Club from Mr. & Mrs. Howard Burr and Miss Altana Burr. The Lions Club purchased the property for recreation and enjoyment by the residents of Pawling in 1965.Map (db m24977) HM
180 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Oblong Meeting House
Oblong Meeting House Of the Society of Friends Erected in 1742 south of this road Present building erected in 1764 First effective action against slavery taken here in 1767 Occupied as hospital January 1779 By Revolutionary . . . Map (db m25026) HM
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181 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Pawling School 1907
Dr. Frederick L. Gamage founded the school to prepare boys for college The name was changed to Trinity – Pawling in 1947 Map (db m24656) HM
182 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Pawling Veterans Memorial
Dedicated to The Memory of Those Who Paid for Our Freedom With Their Lives World War II 1941 – 1945 Ira Baker • George N. Burr • John Stark Colman • Harold Davis • Walter C. Fischer • John Holladay • Leon O’Dell • Edward J. . . . Map (db m24654) WM
183 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Pawling World War I and Civil War Memorial
[ West Side ] Roll of Honor To Honor the Pawling Men Who Served in the World War This Tablet is Erected By The Inhabitants of the Town 1917 – 1919 Akin, Albert John • Alfredson, David • Anderson, Edward . . . Map (db m24655) HM
184 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Purgatory Hill
Purgatory Hill Named by the Continental Army encamped here fall of 1778. Site of great barbecue celebrating anniversary of Burgoyne’s defeat – SaratogaMap (db m24979) HM
185 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — The Eastern BorderHistoric New York
Mahican and Wappinger Indians once inhabited the area between the Taconic Mountains and the Hudson Valley. Dutch settlers first occupied the river front, so that later comers settled in these highlands. Palatine Germans came from the ill-fated tar . . . Map (db m144321) HM
186 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — The First Oblong Friends Meeting House
The First Oblong Friends Meeting House was erected on this site in 1742. It was used as a place of worship until 1764. West of the site was the Friends burial ground. During the fall and winter of 1778 the present meeting house was a hospital . . . Map (db m25028) HM
187 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — The Great Barbecue
A section of the Continental Army of the Revolutionary War was stationed on the western slopes of Quaker Hill from September 16, to November 28, 1778. The Great Barbecue Occurred on the hillside across this road. October 17, 1778 It . . . Map (db m24521) HM
188 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — The Great Barbecue
A section of the Continental Army of the Revolutionary War was stationed on the western slopes of Quaker Hill from September 16, to November 28, 1778. The Great Barbecue Barbecue Occurred on the hillside across this road. October 17, . . . Map (db m24551) HM
189 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — The Oblong
This marker denotes the western boundary of Connecticut under an agreement reached in 1683 between Governor Thomas Dongan of New York and Governor Robert Treat of Connecticut. Later the Treaty of Dover signed on May 14, 1731 moved the western . . . Map (db m24980) HM
190 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — 353 — Attlebury School
Attlebury School District #12 Built ca. 1911 After Original Building Destroyed by Fire in 1909. Closed 1945. Acquired by Stanford Hist. Soc. 2014.Map (db m140611) HM
191 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Brush House
Made from oak logs hewn square, 1773 or 4; a log blockhouse. Siding put on over original house in 1881.Map (db m135708) HM
192 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Carman Mill
Carman Mill A mill stood here as early as 1784. Processing timber, wool, apples and grain with water power. Struck by lightning & burned in 1936.Map (db m144591) HM
193 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Dr. H.C. Wilber
Erected to the memory of Dr. H.C. Wilber who practiced medicine in Pine Pains from 1807 to 1818 ( left plaque ) Erected to honor Dr. Walter W. Wicks who practiced medicine in Pine Pains from 1928 - 1983 ( right . . . Map (db m144632) HM
194 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Dutchess-Columbia County Line
Dutchess-Columbia County Line Dutchess County organized 1803 Columbia County organized 1823Map (db m165602) HM
195 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Grinding Works
Site of Grinding Works Founded by Col. Silas Harris about 1832.Map (db m144588) HM
196 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Harris Scythe Works
Site of Harris Scythe Works. Founded by John Harris about 1765. operations ceased 1864.Map (db m135792) HM
197 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Hubbell Spring
Hubbell Spring Named for Mr Hubbell who built cabin nearby about 1760. Watering trough here since that date. Map (db m144644) HM
198 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — In Memory
In Memory Of James E. Clifford And In Honor Of Those Who Served In The Armed Forces Of The United StatesMap (db m145536) WM
199 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Isaac Huntting Homestead
Isaac Huntting Homestead Built 1774. In Huntting Family about 1904.Map (db m144587) HM
200 New York, Dutchess County, Pine Plains — Mount Ross
Mount Ross Named for Captain Thomas Ross, who was called "Baron Ross", Died August, 1762. Map (db m165659) HM

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