Ladentown, New York facts for kids
Ladentown is a small community, often called a hamlet, located in Rockland County, New York, United States. It's nestled in a quiet area between the towns of Haverstraw, Pomona, and Suffern. Ladentown is also just a couple of miles west of Mount Ivy and lies north-northwest of the famous New York City.
The Story of Ladentown
Ladentown got its name from a man named Michel Leyden. He was a nail cutter who worked in the Ramapo area. Sometimes, he spelled his last name as 'Laden'.
Michel Leyden opened a trading store in this area. This store became one of the very first businesses in Rockland County. People living in the nearby mountains, sometimes called 'mountain people', would bring things they made to Laden's store. They crafted items like baskets, wooden bowls, chairs, and spoons from wood and reeds found in the mountains. They would sell these items at the store or have them taken to New York City to be sold there.
In 1836, Michel Leyden sold his store to John J. Secor. However, Mr. Leyden still continued to take his wooden items to New York City to sell.
Before it was named Ladentown, this area was settled by Quaker families. Quakers are a religious group known for their peaceful beliefs.
Places to See in Ladentown
The Ladentown United Methodist Church is a historic church built in 1865. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's an important building recognized for its history.
