Verplanck, New York facts for kids
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Verplanck, New York
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Location of Verplanck, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Westchester |
| Town | Cortlandt |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.35 sq mi (3.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.60 sq mi (1.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,535 |
| • Density | 2,549.83/sq mi (984.91/km2) |
| • Demonym | Pointer |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
10596
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| Area code(s) | 914 |
| FIPS code | 36-77211 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0968509 |
Verplanck is a small community in New York. It is located in Westchester County, right by the Hudson River. It is known as a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). A hamlet is a small settlement, and a CDP is a place defined by the United States Census Bureau for statistics.
In 2010, about 1,729 people lived in Verplanck. The area is named after the Verplanck family. This family was important in New Amsterdam (which is now New York City) in the 1630s.
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History of Verplanck
Verplanck is on a small piece of land that sticks out into the Hudson River. It is in the northwest part of the town of Cortlandt. The community is next to the village of Buchanan and the hamlet of Montrose.
Verplanck's Point and the Revolutionary War
Verplanck's Point is at the very south end of Verplanck. This spot was very important during the American Revolutionary War. General George Washington and his Continental Army often camped here.
It was a key place for crossing the Hudson River. Soldiers would cross to Stony Point on the west bank. This was part of their journey south to Yorktown, Virginia. At Yorktown, Washington won a major victory in 1781.
In September 1782, the Continental Army camped at Verplanck's Point again. This area was a natural place for armies to gather. It made it easier to move soldiers and supplies across the river.
The famous artist John Trumbull painted a picture called Washington at Verplanck's Point. He gave this painting to Martha Washington. Later, he made a much bigger version of the painting. This larger painting showed Washington reviewing his troops in 1782.
Geography of Verplanck
Verplanck is located at 41°15′11″N 73°57′35″W / 41.25306°N 73.95972°W.
The community covers about 0.8 square miles (2.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.7 square miles (1.8 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.26 square kilometers), is water.
Population Information
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| 2020 | 1,535 | — | |
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In the year 2000, Verplanck had 777 people living there. The population density was about 1,121 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Verplanck were White. About 6.82% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Verplanck was 37 years old. About 26% of the population was under 18 years old.
In 1985, Verplanck was chosen for the first introduction of the Yugo Hatchback car in the United States.
Education
Students in Verplanck attend schools in the Hendrick Hudson School District (HHSD). The main high school for the district is Hendrick Hudson High School.
Half Moon Ship Replica
Verplanck is home to a copy of the ship called the Half Moon. This was the ship that Henry Hudson used to explore the Hudson River.
The Market on The River
From May to October, you can visit The Market on the River. It happens every Sunday at the Cortlandt Waterfront Park. You can find farmers, coffee sellers, food vendors, and craft makers there.
See also
In Spanish: Verplanck para niños
