MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY

HAINES FALLS, NY

The Mountain Top Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Haines Falls, New York that is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Catskill Mountains. The society was founded in 1974 and is located in the Historic U&D Railroad Station, which dates back to 1900.

The society operates a museum that features exhibits on the history of the area, including the development of the tourism industry, the logging industry, and the role of the Catskills in the American Revolution. The museum also houses a research library that contains a vast collection of books, maps, and photographs that are available to the public.

The Mountain Top Historical Society offers a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours of historic sites in the area. The society also maintains several hiking trails that provide access to historic sites and scenic views in the Catskills.

The Mountain Top Historical Society relies on the support of its members and donors to continue its mission of preserving and sharing the history of the Catskill Mountains. Membership is open to anyone who shares an interest in the history of the area and wants to support the society's efforts.

MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HAINES FALLS NY. US MID #8403601974

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: $ 30,701 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

1912 Taube model F replica The bird-winged Taube was controlled by wing warping rather than by hinged control surfaces. This replica was built by Mike Fithian and just donated to the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome the month before. It is believed to be the only flying example in the world. Info at <a href="https://warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museum-news/1912-taube-replica-donated-to-the-rhinebeck-aerodrome-museum.html" rel="noreferrer nofollow">warbirdsnews.com/aviation-museum-news/1912-taube-replica-...</a>.

1929 Pitcairn Mailwing, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome From the sign:
American, 1929
Engine: 220 HP Continental

Designed to carry the night airmail, it had excellent maneuverability, range, speed (130 MPH) and was considered a fvery modern equivalent of the the Pony Express in 1929.
In later years, because of their load-carrying ability, Pitcairns became popular as dusters.
Recently rebuilt, this plane was flown from Vancouver, Washington to the aerodrome in 33 hours.

Flying at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome 1963–1980.

1922 Wright-Hispano H-3 engine, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome From the sign:
300 h.p., 1800 r.p.m., approx. 1127 cu. in., 528 lb
Configuration: V-8, liquid cooled
Used in: Sopworth Dolphin, Mk.II, Spad S.17, Nieuport 29

The Wright Aeronautical Corporation in Paterson, New Jersey built this example under license in 1922. Throughout their production life Hispano-Suiza engines were refined to become amongst the most reliable engines available.

1908 Voisin biplane, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome From the sign:

In a Voisin airplane, Henri Farman accomplished the first circular and kilometer flights in Europe. After these publicized flights, Norvin Rinek of Easton, Pennsylvania contracted the Voisins to have this aircraft built in which to test his aircraft engines. This machine hung from the rafters of his factory for over sixty years.

American cancer-root A root parasite, chiefly on oaks, this plant has no leaves. The flower stalk is the only above-ground part.

Contact MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY

telephone: 5185896657
website: www.mths.org

MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF GREENE COUNTY
PO BOX 263
HAINES FALLS
NY
12436-0263

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MID #	8403601974
Name	MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF GREENE COUNTY
Alternate Name	MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	237260145
NTEECC	A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	36,695
REVENUE	30,701
LAT/LONG	42.198159, -74.094916
CODES	FIPS State Code: 36 FIPS County Code: 039 US Census Tract: 080401 US Census Block: 3009