History of Chazy, New York, USA

The town of Chazy was first settled around 1763 by Jean Laframboise, who is also credited with introducing apple growing to the area.

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Chazy was formed from the Town of Champlain in 1804

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1836 - Chazy
Chazy, taken from Champlain, 20th March, 1804; distant N. from Albany 170, from Plattsburg, N. W. 12, miles; surface level on the E., but hilly on the W.; soil generally of good quality and some of it excellent, being underlaid with lime stone, for 5 or 6 miles from the lake; drained by the Chazy and Little Chazy rivers. Chazy, West Chazy, and Chazy Landing, are villages; the two first have post offices. Chazy, village, 15 miles N. of Plattsburg, on the State road from Albany to Canada, contains 1 Methodist and 1 Congregationalist, churches, a high school, 2 grist mills, 2 saw mills, a trip hammer, tannery, carding and cloth dressing mill, and some 50 dwellings, in a well improved country. Chazy Landing, lies on the lake, 1 mile S. of the Little Chazy and 3 from the village, and has a dock and store house, a dry good and grocery store, and 15 or 20 dwellings. West Chazy, late Lawrence's mills, 15 miles from Plattsburg, contains 1 Methodist church, 1 store, 1 temperance house, 1 grist, ... Read MORE...

in 1853, part of the town of Chazy was used to form the Town of Altona

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1854 - Chazy
Chazy. a township in the N. part of Clinton county, New York, intersected by Chazy river.

Chazy, a small post-village in Champlain township, Clinton county, New York, about 128 miles N. by E. from Albany.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1859
CHAZY, a township in Clinton county, in the state of New York, 178 m. N. of Albany, on Lake Champlain, watered by the Little Chazy river. Pop. 3,534.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859

1862 - Chazy
CHAZY- prononnced Sha-zee- was taken from Champlain, March 20, 1804. Altona was taken off in 1857. It lies upon Lake Champlain north of the center of the county. Its surface is rolling, having a gentle inclination towards the lake. The principal stream is the Little Chazy, flowing north-easterly through near the center of the town. Corbeau Creek drains the north-west part. The soil is clayey and productive in the east, and sandy and poor in the west.

Chazy village, upon Little, Chazy River, contains two churches, a saw and grist mill, large quantities of excellent lime are burned and fitted for market at this place.- West Chazy, in the south part of the town, on the Little Chazy River, is a Station on the Plattsburgh & Montreal R. R.

Sciota is a station on the P. & M. R. R., in the north-west corner. Chazy Landing is a hamlet on the lake shore. Ingraham is a Post Office in the south-east corner of the town. The first settler was John La Trombois, who came into town in 1763.... Read MORE...

1895 - Chazy
Chazy, shazee', a post-village of Chazy township, Cliton co, N.Y., on the Little Chazy River, 14 miles N. of Plattsburg. It has 3 churches and an academy. The township is bounded on the E. by Lake Champlain, and intersected by a railroad which connects Plattsburg with Rouse's Point. It has manufactures of cheese, lime, lumber, and starch, and contains villages named Sciota and West Chazy. Total pop. 3074.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Chazy, shaz'ee', a post-village and township (town) of Clinton co., N.Y., on the Little Chazy River, 14 miles N. of Plattsburg. The town is bounded on the E. by Lake Champlain. It has manufactures of flour and lime. Pop. of the village, about 1000 ; of the town in 1900, 2796.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Chazy Central Rural School was opened on November 14, 1916 as a consolidation of eleven rural schools in the area.

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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Chazy:
Ausable Chasm:
If you're a nature enthusiast, Ausable Chasm is a must-visit. Known as the "Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks," it's a stunning sandstone gorge with hiking trails, rafting opportunities, and breathtaking views.

Chazy Orchards:
Depending on the season, head to Chazy Orchards for some apple picking or just to enjoy the scenic beauty. Fall is especially magical here, with the orchards ablaze with autumn colors.

Macomb Reservation State Park:
If you're up for some outdoor fun, Macomb Reservation State Park offers hiking trails, fishing spots, and a serene environment for a picnic. It's a great place to reconnect with nature.

Alice T. Miner Museum:
Dive into Chazy's history at the Alice T. Miner Museum. This small but fascinating museum showcases local history, art, and artifacts, giving you a glimpse into the region's past.

Point au Roche State Park:
This park, situated on Lake Champlain, is perfect for a day of relaxation. Enjoy walking trails, have a... Read MORE...