Shookville: A “Deserted Village”
Shookville Methodist Church; Photo taken July 27, 2017Courtesy of Bonnie Wood @ https://keepingnyhistoryalive.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeI7nu0D8IM&feature=share A Walk in Shookville If you wander the winding roads of Milan in Upper Dutchess County, New York, you may miss the hamlet of Shookville on Shookville Road in the blink of an eye. The walls and foundation of the old …
Beacon Historical Society
Beacon, Dutchess County, NY The exhibit “Whispers of the Castle Keep” from the Bannerman Castle Trust intrigues me; the suspense builds as I wait until Spring to visit Bannerman Island. Vintage Photo of Working Men in Beacon https://www.instagram.com/p/B7M3CTqgslJ/ Beacon Historical Society ; I Hear America Singing These bricks were made from clay dug from the …
Warwick, NY Part II
Warwick, Orange County, NY Hear Cathryn Anders speaking about the impact of the railroad on You Tube. Archivist Cathryn Anders Recommends: Visit the Historic Sites: Don't miss the New Acquisitions Exhibit - Clothing, Textile, and Archives located at the Buckbee Center at 2 Colonial Avenue. Highlights include Civil War artifacts and fashion through the ages …
Warwick part I
Warwick, NY is not only an ideal location for outdoor activities, eclectic shops, and eateries but also a must-explore destination for researchers of local history and genealogy.
Keeping NY History Alive 