Egbertville, Staten Island facts for kids

Egbertville is a neighborhood in Staten Island, one of New York City's five boroughs. It's located just a bit inland from the East Shore. This area has a long history and is known for its natural beauty and important landmarks.

Egbertville was originally called Stony Brook. It was even the island's first "county seat," which means it was where the local government was located. Later, it was renamed Egbertville after a family who owned a farm there in the 1700s. For a while, around 1838, it was known as Morgan's Corner. Soon after, many Irish families moved to the area. This led to some playful nicknames like Tipperary Corners, New Dublin, and Young Ireland.

Exploring Egbertville

Egbertville is right in the middle of the Staten Island Greenbelt. This is a large system of parks and natural areas. The Greenbelt's main offices are even located here.

Natural Features

A stream called Richmond Creek flows through a deep valley. This valley is named the Egbertville Ravine, after the neighborhood. The creek runs along the eastern side of Lighthouse Hill.

Main Roads

The main road in Egbertville is Rockland Avenue. This road is very useful because it offers a shortcut. It connects New Dorp on the East Shore to the busy New Springville area in Mid-Island.

Historic Places to See

Egbertville is home to two important historic sites. These places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their special historical value.

• The Jacques Marchais Center of Tibetan Art is a unique museum. It showcases art and artifacts from Tibet.
• The Moore-McMillen House is another historic building in the neighborhood.

Getting Around Egbertville

You can get to and from Egbertville using local buses. The S54, S57, S74, S84 bus routes serve the area.