History of Claverack, New York, USA

The town of Claverack was formed in 1778 from the older District of Claverack.

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In 1779 Washington Seminary was founded in the town of Claverack by the local Dutch Reformed pastor.
In the nineteenth century the school was renamed Claverack College, and it closed in 1902.
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In 1782, the town of Claverack lost some of its land to the new town of Hillsdale

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The town of Claverack was reduced again in 1785 to form the city of Hudson.

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1854 - Claverack
Claverack, a post-township of Columbia county. New York, 4 miles E. from Hudson, intersected by the Hudson and Berkshire railroad. Population, 3208.
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.

In 1875 the Town of Claverack’s population was 3,817.

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1895 - Claverack
Claverack, klaw'ver-āk, a post-village of Claverack township, Columbia co., N.Y., on the Hudson & Chatham Branch of the Boston & Albany Railroad, 3 miles E.S.E. of Hudson. It contains 3 churches, the Claverack College, and Hudson River Institute. The township contains an other village, named Philmont, and has 7 churches, and manufactures of hosiery, flour, straw-paper, &c. Pop. of the township, in 1890,4518.
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

1900 - Claverack
THE TOWN OF CLAVERACK.

On March 24, 1772, all that part of Albany county lying south of Kinderhook and King's district and north of the Livingston manor was formed into a district under the name of Claverack. It then included what is now the town of Hillsdale, which was set off in 1782, all the territory west of Claverack Creek, which in 1785 became the City of Hudson, and a large portion on the northern side, set off in 1818 to form the town of Ghent. The derivation of the name Claverack is ascribed to the white clover fields which covered the bluffs along the Hudson at the time of settlement and were called Klauvers or Klauvers rachen - clover reach or field - which has been corrupted into Claverack.

On the 7th of March, 1788, Claverack was erected into a town, and after the reduction in its area by the formation of Ghent in 1818, contained 30,224 acres. All this territory was comprised in the tract purchased by Killian Van Rensselaer in 1630. In 1704 Van Rensselaer conveyed... Read MORE...

Whether you're a local resident looking for new experiences or a visitor passing through, there are plenty of places to go and things to do in Claverack. Let's explore some of the highlights:
Olana State Historic Site: Start your Claverack adventure with a visit to Olana, the former home of Hudson River School artist Frederic Edwin Church. This picturesque estate features a stunning mansion with panoramic views of the Hudson River Valley, beautiful gardens, and hiking trails. It's not only a historic gem but also a great spot for art and nature enthusiasts.

Harvey Fite's Opus 40: Just a short drive from Claverack, you'll find Opus 40, a unique sculpture park created by artist Harvey Fite. This massive bluestone sculpture and environmental art project covers six acres and is a fascinating place to explore. Take a guided tour to learn about its history and the artist's vision.

Art Galleries: Columbia County is known for its vibrant arts scene, and Claverack is no exception. Check out local art galleries like Limner Gallery, which showcases contemporary art, or the Joyce Goldstein Gallery for a diverse range of artistic expressions.

Hudson-Athens Lighthouse: Head to... Read MORE...