National Register of Historic Places listings in Schoharie County, New York facts for kids

Location of Schoharie County in New York

This is a list of cool and important places in Schoharie County, New York, that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a special hall of fame for buildings, areas, and sites that have a lot of history or are really unique. These places are officially recognized by the United States government because they tell important stories about our past.

When a place is on this list, it means it's worth protecting and remembering for future generations. You'll find all sorts of interesting spots here, from old houses and churches to historic districts and even a famous bridge!

Historic Places Across Schoharie County
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Historic Places Across Schoharie County

Here are some of the amazing historic places you can find in Schoharie County:

Old Buildings and Homes with Stories

Many of the places on this list are old houses and buildings that have stood for a long time and seen many changes.

American Hotel in Sharon Springs

The American Hotel is located on Main Street in Sharon Springs, New York. It was added to the list on September 9, 1975. This hotel is a reminder of Sharon Springs' past as a popular resort town.

Becker Stone House in Schoharie

The Becker Stone House is an old stone house found east of Schoharie on Murphy Road. It became a historic place on November 20, 1979.

Becker–Westfall House

Also near Schoharie, the Becker–Westfall House is another historic home on NY 443. It was listed on November 20, 1979.

Bellinger–Dutton House in Middleburgh

The Bellinger–Dutton House is at 158 River Street in Middleburgh. This house joined the list on December 7, 2005.

Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office

In Middleburgh, you can find the Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office at 34 Clauverwie Street. It was recognized as historic on August 15, 2001.

The Colyer House in Schoharie

The Colyer House is located at 5729 NY 30 in Schoharie. It was added to the list on February 13, 2008.

Christian Hess House and Shoemaker's Shop

The Christian Hess House and Shoemaker's Shop is at 111 Stony Brook Road in Schoharie. It was listed on June 30, 2015.

Peter A. Hilton House

The Peter A. Hilton House is at 6605 NY 10 in Beekman Corners. It became a historic site on September 24, 2004.

House at 461 Spruce Lake Road

This unique house in Summit is a rare example of a "stacked plank" house from the mid-1800s. It was added on January 7, 2015.

Lasell Hall in Schoharie

Lasell Hall is a grand building at 350 Main Street in Schoharie. It was listed on January 11, 2002.

Johannes Lawyer Jr. House

The Johannes Lawyer Jr. House at 194 Main Street in Schoharie dates back to 1790. It shows different architectural styles and was listed on February 23, 2016.

John Lehman House

The John Lehman House is at 407 Kilts Road in Sharon. It was added to the list on January 4, 2012.

Jacob T. Miers House

The Jacob T. Miers House at 103 Knower Avenue in Schoharie is an 1871 house. It has been the village library for 50 years and was listed on December 1, 2015.

Old Lutheran Parsonage

The Old Lutheran Parsonage is next to Spring Street in the Lutheran Cemetery in Schoharie. It was recognized on June 19, 1972.

Sternbergh House

The Sternbergh House on Oak Hill Road in Schoharie was listed on March 21, 1985.

Stewart House and Howard–Stewart Family Cemetery

The Stewart House and Howard–Stewart Family Cemetery is at 583 NY 10 in South Jefferson. This site was added on May 8, 2012.

Abraham Sternberg House

The Abraham Sternberg House is at 150 Route 30A in Schoharie. It became a historic place on September 8, 2010.

Terpenning–Johnson House and Cemetery

The Terpenning–Johnson House and Cemetery is at 674 Brooker Hollow Road in Brooker Hollow. It was listed on February 5, 2013.

George Westinghouse Jr. Birthplace and Boyhood Home

The George Westinghouse Jr. Birthplace and Boyhood Home is on Westinghouse Road in Central Bridge. This is where famous inventor George Westinghouse Jr. was born and grew up. It was added on March 20, 1986.

Historic Districts: Whole Neighborhoods with History

Some listings are not just one building, but entire areas called "historic districts." These districts have many buildings that together tell a story about a town's past.

Breakabeen Historic District

The Breakabeen Historic District is in Breakabeen. It includes parts of River Street, new Route 30, and Main Street to Bush Road. This district was listed on December 31, 1974.

Cobleskill Historic District

The Cobleskill Historic District covers an area along Washington Avenue, Main, Grand, and Elm Streets in Cobleskill. It was recognized on September 18, 1978.

North Blenheim Historic District

The North Blenheim Historic District includes both sides of NY 30, next to the Schoharie Creek in Blenheim. It was listed on December 31, 1974.

Sharon Springs Historic District

The Sharon Springs Historic District is at the junction of NY 10 and US 20 in Sharon Springs. This district was added on June 3, 1994.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church Historic District

The St. Paul's Lutheran Church Historic District includes 312-314 Main Street and Cemetery Lane in Schoharie. The church and buildings here date back to the 1740s, built by early German settlers. It was listed on September 10, 2014.

Churches and Religious Sites

Many historic churches in the county are also on the list, showing their importance to the community's history.

First Presbyterian Church of Jefferson

The First Presbyterian Church of Jefferson is on Creamery Street at Park Avenue in Jefferson. It was listed on August 7, 2012, and is now a museum.

Gallupville Evangelical Lutheran Church

The Gallupville Evangelical Lutheran Church is at 980 NY 443 in Gallupville. It became a historic site on December 31, 2002.

Gallupville Methodist Church

Also in Gallupville, the Gallupville Methodist Church on Factory Street was added on May 30, 2001.

Livingstonville Community Church

The Livingstonville Community Church is at 1667 Hauverville Road in Livingstonville. It was listed on January 9, 2008.

Richmondville United Methodist Church

The Richmondville United Methodist Church is at 266 Main Street in Richmondville. It was recognized on July 14, 2006.

St. John's Lutheran Church

St. John's Lutheran Church is at 6569 NY 10 in Beekman Corners. It was added on September 12, 2008.

St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church

St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church is at 326 Main Street in Middleburgh. It was listed on July 14, 2006.

West Fulton Methodist Church

The West Fulton Methodist Church is at 849 West Fulton Road in West Fulton. It was added on February 5, 2013.

Mills, Barns, and Other Unique Structures

Schoharie County also has historic mills, barns, and other interesting buildings that played a role in its past.

Bramanville Mill

The Bramanville Mill is east of Cobleskill on Caverns Road. This old mill was listed on August 27, 1976.

Bunn–Tillapaugh Feed Mill

The Bunn–Tillapaugh Feed Mill is at 2 High Street in Richmondville. It was added on September 29, 2006.

Parker 13-Sided Barn

The Parker 13-Sided Barn on NY 10 in Jefferson is a very unusual barn with 13 sides! It was listed on September 29, 1984.

Schoharie Valley Railroad Complex

The Schoharie Valley Railroad Complex on Depot Lane in Schoharie includes buildings related to the old railroad. It was recognized on April 26, 1972.

Important Public Buildings and Sites

These places served the community in important ways throughout history.

Forks in the Road Schoolhouse

The Forks in the Road Schoolhouse is at 115 Lumber Road in South Gilboa. This old schoolhouse was listed on July 6, 2005.

Gallupville House

The Gallupville House on Main Street in Gallupville was added on September 7, 1979.

Old Stone Fort

The Old Stone Fort at 145 Fort Road in Schoharie is a very famous historic site. It was listed on December 31, 2002.

Schoharie County Courthouse Complex

The Schoharie County Courthouse Complex on Main Street in Schoharie is where important legal and government work happened. It was listed on August 15, 1995.

South Gilboa Railroad Station

The South Gilboa Railroad Station on Bailey Spur Road in South Gilboa was added on February 25, 2000.

U.S. Post Office–Middleburgh

The U.S. Post Office–Middleburgh at 162 Main Street in Middleburgh is also a historic building. It was listed on May 11, 1989.

Upper Middleburgh Cemetery

The Upper Middleburgh Cemetery on Huntersland Road in Middleburgh was listed on November 17, 2003.

Archaeological Sites

Some places are important because of what's buried beneath the ground, telling us about ancient times.

Shafer Site

The Shafer Site in Fulton is an archaeological site. It was listed on November 28, 1980. Its exact location is kept secret to protect it.

Westheimer Site

The Westheimer Site in Schoharie is another archaeological site. It was listed on July 22, 1980, and its location is also restricted.

The Old Blenheim Bridge

The Old Blenheim Bridge was a very famous covered bridge on NY 30 over the Schoharie Creek in North Blenheim. It was listed on October 15, 1966. Sadly, this beautiful bridge was destroyed on August 28, 2011, during flooding from Hurricane Irene.

Lansing Manor House

The Lansing Manor House is about 2 miles south of North Blenheim on NY 30 in Blenheim. It was listed on May 25, 1973.

Images for kids

The American Hotel in Sharon Springs.
The Becker Stone House.
The Bellinger-Dutton House in Middleburgh.
Dr. Christopher S. Best House and Office.
The historic Bramanville Mill.
A view of the Breakabeen Historic District.
A building in the Cobleskill Historic District.
Gallupville Evangelical Lutheran Church.
The Gallupville House.
Gallupville Methodist Church.
A barn at Lansing Manor.
Lasell Hall in Schoharie.
Livingstonville Community Church.
A house in the North Blenheim Historic District.
The Old Blenheim Bridge before it was destroyed.
The Old Lutheran Parsonage.
The Old Stone Fort in Schoharie.
The unique Parker 13-Sided Barn.
Richmondville United Methodist Church.
The Schoharie County Courthouse.
The Schoharie Valley Railroad Complex.
A building in the Sharon Springs Historic District.
St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church.
St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
West Fulton Methodist Church.
The birthplace of George Westinghouse Jr.
A monument in the Upper Middleburgh Cemetery.

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