OLD STONE FORT
SCHOHARIE, NY
Old Stone Fort is a historical site located in Schoharie, New York. The fort was originally built in 1772 as a Dutch Reformed Church and was later converted into a fort during the Revolutionary War. The fort was strategically located on a hill overlooking the Schoharie Creek and was used to protect the local community from British attacks.
The fort is made of local limestone and has a unique octagonal shape. It features a central tower and a surrounding wall that is two feet thick. Inside the fort, there is a museum that showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the history of the Schoharie Valley. Visitors can view displays of Native American culture, early Dutch settlement, and the Revolutionary War.
The Old Stone Fort is open to the public for tours and events. The site hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including reenactments, lectures, and workshops. The fort is also a popular destination for school field trips and history enthusiasts.
Overall, the Old Stone Fort is a significant historical site that provides a glimpse into the history of the Schoharie Valley and the role it played in the Revolutionary War. Its unique architecture and historical significance make it a must-see destination for visitors to the area.
OLD STONE FORT is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SCHOHARIE NY. US MID #8403601237
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 161,402 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).
Contact OLD STONE FORT
- telephone: 5182957505
- website: http://www.schohariehistory.net
SCHOHARIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
145 FORT RD
SCHOHARIE
NY
12157-4705
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OLD STONE FORT Information
MID # | 8403601237 |
Name | SCHOHARIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
Alternate Name | OLD STONE FORT |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 146025397 |
NTEECC | A82 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201212 |
INCOME | 199,495 |
REVENUE | 161,402 |
LAT/LONG | 42.677243, -74.301795 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 36 FIPS County Code: 095 US Census Tract: 740100 US Census Block: 4023 |