Staatsburg, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Staatsburg, New York
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Downtown Staatsburg
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Location of Staatsburg, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Dutchess |
| Town | Hyde Park |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.47 sq mi (3.81 km2) |
| • Land | 1.47 sq mi (3.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 703 |
| • Density | 478.88/sq mi (184.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12580
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| Area code(s) | 845 |
| FIPS code | 36-70552 |
| GNIS feature ID | 966187 |
Staatsburg is a small community located in Hyde Park, New York. It is known as a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a small area with a name that is counted by the government. In 2020, about 703 people lived there.
Staatsburg is in Dutchess County, New York. It sits in the northwestern part of Hyde Park. The beautiful Hudson River forms its western border.
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Discovering Staatsburg's Past
Staatsburg has a long history. It was once part of a large land grant called the Pawling-Staats land patent. The English government gave out these patents in the 1690s. They wanted more people to move to the Hudson Valley, which was not very populated then.
How Staatsburg Got Its Name
The original land grant went to Henry Pawling. Later, a big part of this land was bought by Dr. Samuel Staats. He was a surgeon from New York City with Dutch roots. He and Dirck Vanderburgh bought the land for 130 pounds from Pawling's widow. Because of their names, the area became known as "Staatsburgh." The "h" at the end of the name was removed in 1890. This was part of an effort by the United States Board on Geographic Names to make names standard.
Exploring Staatsburg's Location
Staatsburg is located at coordinates 41.852772 degrees North and 73.922102 degrees West. According to the United States Census Bureau, the total area of Staatsburg is about 2.8 square kilometers (1.1 square miles). All of this area is land.
Historic Places and Parks to Visit
Staatsburg is home to several interesting historic sites and parks. They offer a glimpse into the past and provide beautiful natural spaces.
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Staatsburgh State Historic Site
The Staatsburgh State Historic Site protects a grand mansion. This mansion was designed in the Beaux-Arts style. Famous architects McKim, Mead, and White created its design. The mansion and its surrounding land are part of Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills State Park.
Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park
Staatsburg is also next to Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park. This park offers amazing views of the Hudson River. It's a great place for outdoor activities like camping, walking, hiking, jogging, and cycling. You can find tent sites and cabins there. If you have a boat, you can use the park's marina to access the river. The park is easy to reach from US 9.
John Hendricks House
The John Hendricks House is in the southern part of Staatsburg. It was built in 1785 and still looks much like it did back then. People believe it was once an inn along the old Albany Post Road. This historic house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church is another historic building. It was designed by Richard M. Upjohn in 1892.
People of Staatsburg
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| 2020 | 703 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 911 people living in Staatsburg. There were 345 households, and 245 of them were families. The population density was about 460 people per square mile.
Most people in Staatsburg were White (90.78%). There were also African American (5.27%) and Asian (1.10%) residents. About 2.09% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had 2.61 people, and the average family had 3.08 people. About 29.6% of households had children under 18 living with them.
The median age in Staatsburg was 39 years old. This means half the people were younger than 39, and half were older.
Things to Do and See
Staatsburg offers some local activities.
- Music in the Parks: During the summer, music events are held in the parks every other Wednesday.
- Hudson Valley Green Festival: In September 2010, the first Hudson Valley Green Festival was held at Mills Mansion.
- Dinsmore Golf Course: If you enjoy golf, you can visit the Dinsmore Golf Course.
See also
In Spanish: Staatsburg para niños
