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Since the floods of 2011, the people of the Schoharie Valley have rededicated themselves to
building strong communities. This year, we invite you to see how far we’ve come by collecting
Schoharie Valley puzzle pieces.
Start by making a donation of $5 or more and receive a puzzle bag, available at locations
throughout our region. Your donation will go directly to SALT – Schoharie Area Long Term – the
lead agency coordinating rebuilding and recovery efforts in our communities. Then, as you travel,
make an extra effort to visit our shops and businesses to collect the puzzle pieces. No purchase is
necessary to collect your puzzle pieces... we just want you to see how much progress we’ve made
since the floods.
A round trip to collect all 30 puzzle pieces is about 65 miles, and you’ll be driving through some of
the most beautiful country anywhere. By the time you’ve collected all the pieces, we think you’ll
understand why our roots run so deep here in the Schoharie Valley.
The historic Schoharie Valley. 2012 marked the 300th Anniversary
We who live in this special place
of European settlement. As we reflect on our history, the words
proudly till the same soil as the
Resilience and Endurance come to mind. From the German
original settlers, and we enjoy
refugees who began new lives here in 1712, to the ongoing recovery
a quality of life built on this
from the flooding caused by Tropical Storms Irene and Lee in 2011,
agricultural heritage. The land
our people have come back from adversity time and again. The
we farm proves its abundance
momentous events that have shaped our history are on display in
each and every year.
museums from one end of the Valley to the other. But just as
Even the dramatic effects of
important, our way of life is built upon an agricultural base:
Hurricane Irene have proven
the very essence of resilience.
to be no match for our people
The bountiful Schoharie Valley. Any drive through our
and no match for our soil:
beautiful region will bring you up close to rolling pastures and
though the land has gained a
fields brimming with nature’s bounty. It’s been this way for
few scars, our soils bear no
hundreds of years. In fact, George Washington stationed troops
other ill effects from the
in the Schoharie Valley to protect one of the main sources of food
flooding. Perhaps the resilience
for his army, earning us the nickname we continue to use with
of our people is rooted in the
pride… The Breadbasket of the American Revolution.
resilience of the land we farm.
Today, you’ll find farms of all shapes and sizes, raising everything
Building on the generosity,
from asparagus to zucchini. And our restaurants know something
hard work and good will of so
many of us are only now learning about food: the closer, the
many volunteers, we remain
better. They incorporate many ingredients grown locally into
committed to preserving this
their menus.
historic resource.
Life is short, so come taste the sweet corn, shop for one-of-a-kind
Richard Ball
gifts or dine in a gracious restaurant. Above all, come see the
President
resilience of the Schoharie Valley and its people in the – once
Schoharie Valley Association
again – picture-perfect Schoharie Valley.
The Schoharie Valley Association is committed to preserving
the Valley’s rich history, enhancing the quality of life of those who
live here, and providing a warm welcome to those who visit.
To learn more about our organization and our members,
please visit our website.
ASSOCIATION
schoharievalley.org
The Schoharie Valley:
the early years
While celebrating our
300th Anniversary, we
always keep in mind
that our history actually
GILBOA MUSEUM
goes back hundreds of
millions of years! A fascinating sequence of events in
natural history shaped the landscape to create the Valley
we know today. It all started at the edge of an inland
sea in the Devonian Era (410-350 million years ago)
where tiny shellfish lived and died, their calcium-rich
shells accumulating in layers of mud. Continents shifted,
the Catskill Mountains rose, and the sea bottom was
compressed into limestone.
Also in the Devonian era, the world’s earliest-known
forest of giant fern-like trees was growing. Fossilized
stumps, leaf impressions and sea creatures can be seen
today at the Old Stone Fort Museum and also at the
Gilboa Museum at the southern end of the Valley.
Fast-forward to the most recent Ice Age (about 20,000
years ago) when mile-thick glaciers rounded the mountain
tops and filled the valley floors for thousands of years.
A glacier is responsible
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for the distinctive hill
known as Vroman’s
Nose. Known to
geologists as a drumlin,
the glacier slowly
scraped up one side,
across the top leaving
behind scratches visible
today, and sheared off a
sharp cliff on the other
side. A series of public
hiking trails, (near
Marker 28, see map and
marker list on the back
IROQUOIS INDIAN MUSEUM
page) of different degrees
of difficulty, offer a
spectacular view of the
Valley from its summit.
When the ice melted,
the Schoharie Valley
was a giant lake, which
ultimately drained
leaving behind a flat,
fertile valley floor.
Groundwater flowed
between the layers of
limestone, dissolving it
to create the stunning
formations in our caverns.
Native Americans lived in the forests and lush river
plains for thousands of years. You can still experience the
quiet majesty of rare, old-growth forests at the Landis
Arboretum in Esperance. Here in Mohawk territory,
keepers of the Eastern door of the mighty Iroquois
confederacy, Mohawk Iroquois welcomed the first
Europeans to settle in the Schoharie Valley in 1712. Yes,
welcomed, for it is said that while visiting Queen Anne in
England, “King Hendrick” as the Native American leader
was known, was so moved by the sight of Palatine German
refugee camps that he told her to send them to live among
his people. The
LANDIS ARBORETUM
only Europeans actually
invited to America!
The Iroquois Indian
Museum highlights
the enduring culture
of the first people’s
descendants today.
Numbers refer to map locators.
Bag and puzzle piece location (see Page 2)
Puzzle piece location
Barn Weddings
Events to 300
Beer, Wine & Lite Fare
Tavern (May - Oct)
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1. The Landis Arboretum
The 548-acre Arboretum includes native and
exotic trees & shrubs, 8+ miles of trails, wetlands,
ponds, and labeled collections. Nationally
recognized collection of oaks of the Northeast.
NYS’s most complete collection of native plants.
Bluebird Trail. Two ancient forests. Follow signs,
1.5 miles off Route 20. Open dawn to dusk all
year. Free parking. Donations welcomed.
174 Lape Road, Esperance • 518-875-6935
• landisarboretum.org
A Unique Country Venue
2. The Olde Tater Barn
“A Unique Country Venue” inside an authentic
rustic barn surrounded by seven acres of manicured
lawns and endless perennial flower gardens. The
perfect setting, service and cuisine for catered
events up to 300 guests. We feature local grown
produce, herbs and spices. Open May-October.
Experience “Classic Country” weddings,
anniversaries, social and business events at their
best. 138 Tater Barn Road, Central Bridge
• 518-868-9933 • theoldetaterbarn.com
3. The Apple Barrel
Country Store & Café
The ultimate country store - jammed packed full
of "wicked neat stuff" for home, garden and you!
Plus our café is a knockout for lunch or weekend
dinner. Open daily. January-March 10-5-; AprilDecember 9-6; Café 11-4. Find us on Facebook,
Twitter and Pinterest! 3⁄4 mile south of I-88
Exit 23. 115 State Route 30A, Schoharie
• 518-295-7179 • applebarrelcountrystore.com
4. Schoharie Valley Farms
Home of The Carrot Barn. A family farm
for all seasons. Growers of a wide variety of
vegetables, small fruits, and greenhouse crops. Gifts,
floral designs, and a bakery featuring our carrot
cakes, soups, and sandwiches. Local dairy, meat,
and maple products. Open daily March 1 through
December 24; 9-6. 5605 State Route 30, Schoharie
• 518-295-7139 • schoharievalleyfarms.com
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Certified Organic Farm
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Beautiful Herb & Flower Gardens
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Spacious Country Store
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5. The Olde Corner Store
A fascinating blend of olde tyme friendliness,
modern convenience, and just plain good food.
Browse our bulk foods, spices, snacks, drinks,
pizza, wings, subs and sandwiches, including
gluten free products and dietary supplements.
You want it? We’ll find it! Just stop in Monday
through Saturday 7 am to 7 pm, closed Sunday.
133 Factory Street at Route 443, Gallupville •
518-872-1610 • [email protected]
(also on Facebook)
SEE OUR LISTING (#6)
6. Wellington’s Herbs & Spices
Home of Wellington’s Island Tea. Spectacular
herb and flower gardens. Loose teas and tea
accessories, herb and spice products, plus
aroma-therapy products. Tearoom featuring
daily heart-healthy lunches. Art exhibits, indoor
and outdoor space for rent. On-line inventory.
NOFA-Certified Organic farm, seasonal
farmstand and more. April-December:
Wednesday-Saturday 10 am to 4 pm;
Sunday 11:30 am to 4 pm. 649 Rickard Hill
Road, Schoharie • 518-295-7366
• wellingtonsherbsandspices.com
Food, fashion & fun!
The Apple Barrel Café is the perfect complement to our Country Store!
Our café is a real knockout for lunch and special occasions. Great sandwiches, wraps
and salads plus a terrific selection of New York State beers and wines! That should put
you in the right mood for shopping at the Apple Barrel. See our listing (#3) for more!
The ultimate café and country store
Our Seven Dorfs
(not mis-spelled!) The Germans settled in seven villages
called “dorfs”, mingling with Dutch Americans from
nearby Schenectady who purchased land from the Indians.
At first, the two groups clashed and there were conflicting
claims by the holders of the original Dutch Rensseleaerwyk
land grant. But by the mid 1700s the Germans and Dutch
Americans were living quite prosperously on land that
reminded them of their Rhineland origins. The oldest
house in the county, the 1743 Lutheran Parsonage or
Palatine House (Marker 63) is in the village of Schoharie,
originally Brunnen Dorf, or “Spring Town”. It is
maintained by the Schoharie Colonial Heritage Association
as a “living museum” where you can learn about spinning,
weaving and colonial gardening. At the Old Stone Fort
Museum Complex, originally in Fuchs Dorf (Fox Town),
you can see thousands of archaeological materials and
artifacts from the colonial period. A restored New World
Dutch barn, circa 1780, is symbolic of the good living
these hardy settlers were able to wrest from the fertile soil
of the Schoharie Valley. Standing nearby is our partiallyrestored Hartmann’s Dorf House, moved from the location
originally named for leader Hartmann Windecker.
PALATINE HOUSE
The Revolutionary War
LOWER (OLD STONE) FORT, ARTIST’S RENDITION
When the War for Independence came to the Valley, the
people found themselves on a frontier exposed to raids by
Iroquois Indians, who (with the exception of the Oneida
Nation) had allied with the British. During British General
Burgoyne’s 1777 campaign to drive through New York
from Canada, a force of Loyalist Americans
and Indians tried to enforce the King’s
authority in the Schohary District,
even convincing tavern owner
Captain George Mann of
the local militia to “turn
his coat.” The George
Mann Tory Tavern has
been restored to its
original splendor,
Marker 60. However a troop of
Continental dragoons came to the
rescue, detached from the American forces at
Albany, and routed the Loyalists and Indians at Adam
Crysler’s farm. This Battle of the Flockey (a corrupted
pronunciation of the German word for wetlands) was the
occasion of the U.S. Army’s first-ever cavalry charge!
The following year, three forts were constructed along the
Schoharie River to provide refuge in the event of future
raids. These were built by enclosing an existing structure
within a wooden wall or stockade. Upper Fort was located
on present-day Barber’s Farm (Marker 27). Middle Fort
(Marker 41) was in Weiser’s Dorf (named for leader Conrad
Weiser, later renamed Middleburgh after the fort). Lower
Fort was built around the stone German Reformed church,
known to later generations as the Old Stone Fort.
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VILLAGE of SCHOHARIE
7. Old Stone Fort Museum Complex
A 1772 church fortified and attacked
during the American Revolution. Six buildings
house a century-old museum of rural New York
life. Open May through October. 145 Fort Road,
Schoharie • 518-295-7192 • theOldStoneFort.org
8. Schoharie Valley Railroad Museum
Guided tours of original buildings located at the
former S.V.R.R. Yard. Station house, freight/
engine house, weigh station & mill building.
Restored railcars: 1891 combine, D&H caboose,
wooden boxcar & flatcar. Saturday and Sunday
12 to 4 pm Memorial Day-Columbus Day.
Depot Lane, Schoharie • 518-295-7505
• schany.org
9. Generations Antiques & Gifts
A consignment shop accepting “stuff” on a daily
basis, with heavy emphasis on antiques and
collectibles. You’ll find hutches, benches, sets of
chairs, books, jewelry, linens and lace, rugs,
lighting, baskets, trunks, glass and china. Also
visit “Muffys”, our new Vintage Clothing
Shop, for period and classic clothing and furs.
An ever-changing inventory makes it a fun
place to visit. Open daily 11 am to 5 pm.
397 Main Street, Schoharie • 518-231-7241 or
518- 295-6447 • generationsandmuffys.com
10. You’re Worth It Salon
A full-service salon in a relaxing, comfortable
and spacious environment. Our professional
staff will help you create a look just for you.
A Paul Mitchell focus salon carrying a full line
of professional products to help you maintain
that special look. 329 Main Street #1, Schoharie
• 518-295-7700
schoharievalleyfarms.com
11. Century 21, Rural Estates
“All the pleasures of rural living, minutes from
Capital Land.” Farms, land, historics, residential,
camps, second homes, commercial and more.
Offices in Schoharie, Cobleskill and Duanesburg,
to cover the area’s real estate needs completely.
Puzzle bags and puzzle pieces are available at the
Schoharie and Cobleskill offices. Monday thru
Saturday or by appointment.
Schoharie 518-295-8547; Cobleskill 234-1480;
Duanesburg 895-2902
12. Hive
...a bit out of the ordinary. An unusual mix of
antiques, vintage, industrial, hand-crafted and
local. Open Wednesday-Saturday from 10 am to
6 pm; Sunday-Tuesday by chance or appointment.
321 Main Street, Schoharie • 518-702-5084
• hive321.com
SEE OUR
LISTING #9
Antiques & Gifts...
always a treasure hunt!
JOHNSON RAID RE-ENACTMENT
In October of 1780, a major raid led by Sir John
Johnson and the Mohawk war chief Joseph Brant swept
through the valley, which by this time was supplying huge
amounts of grain to Washington’s army. As people
sheltered in the forts, the raiders laid waste to the valley,
burning houses, barns and crops. Middle Fort was
besieged for six hours and might have been surrendered if
not for legendary rifleman Timothy Murphy. Already a
hero of the Battle of Saratoga credited with shooting
British general Simon Fraser, Murphy fired on the British
negotiating party (in defiance of orders) thereby helping to
convince Sir John to move on. The raiders then advanced
to the Lower Fort and bombarded it with their single
cannon. The museum exhibits many items from those
turbulent days, including muskets, swords, powder horns
and even a British cannonball removed from a roof rafter
during renovations. Timothy Murphy’s signature double-
BATTLE OF THE FLOCKEY RE-ENACTMENT
barreled rifle can be seen in the Fort, and his grave is in the
Middleburgh Cemetery (Marker 35).
The raiders had destroyed 75 houses, 77 barns, three
mills and most of the freshly-harvested grain and livestock.
General Washington reported to Congress that at least
80,000 bushels of grain for public use had been destroyed.
But rather than fleeing to Albany, the people lived inside
the forts all winter and immediately began rebuilding and
re-planting. After the war, homes were rebuilt and the
forts were dismantled. Farming again became the
dominant occupation in the Schoharie Valley. The Lower
Fort reverted to a church. The Indians and most of the
former Loyalists never returned: their property having been
confiscated, they settled in Canada. But the Loyalists’
former homeland is now a favorite
destination of their descendants.
Coincidentally, Adam Crysler’s
new farm in Ontario was the site
of a battle during the War of
1812!
1780 BRITISH CANNONBALL,
OLD STONE FORT
13. Little Italy
All sauce, dough and bread is made fresh daily.
Stop in and try our varied menu. Pizza, subs
hot and cold, calzones, wings, pasta dishes.
285 Main Street, Schoharie • 518-295-7877
14. Schoharie Valley Wine & Liquor
Discover our great selection of wines and
liquor, featuring a large selection of New York
State wines. 285 Main Street, Schoharie
• 518-295-8885
15. Magical Printing & Designs
Your one-stop shop for all your printing and
shipping needs... invitations, business cards,
promotional products, T-shirts, trophies, novelty
gifts and much more! 281 Main Street, Schoharie
• 518-872-3188 • magical-printing.com
16. NBT Bank - Schoharie
NBT Bank is an independent community bank
founded in 1856 in Norwich, NY. We are proud
of our heritage of building relationships that help
build dreams. Our services include personal
banking, small business & commercial banking
and trust & investment services. 24 hour ATM
available. 271 Main Street, Schoharie
• 518-295-7788 • nbtbank.com
17. 1743 Palatine House
Experience colonial life through guided tours of
the oldest building in Schoharie and the adjacent
gardens. Sat/Sun 12-4 Memorial Day through
Columbus Day. Spring Street, Schoharie
• 518-295-7585 or 518-295-7505 • schany.org
18. Apgar-Smith Gallery
An assortment of pastels, oils and watercolors of
the Schoharie region and other subjects by
award-winning artist Elizabeth Apgar-Smith.
The gallery is open only by appointment due
to the 2011 flood. 246 Main Street, Schoharie
• 518-295-7731 • apgarsmith.com
19. Wedgewood Inn B&B
Warm hospitality awaits you on your visit to our
stately 1834 historic village home. Enjoy our
renowned candlelight breakfast, relax in spacious
rooms, or stroll through our lovely gardens.
Open year-round. Gift certificates available.
267 Main Street, Schoharie • 518-295-7663
20. Guernsey’s Schoharie Nurseries
Grower and seller of quality nursery stock for
120 years. Valley-grown shade and flowering trees,
shrubs, vines, perennials. Monday-Saturday
8 am to 4 pm; Sunday 10 am to 4 pm except July
and August. 149 Bridge Street, Schoharie
• 518-295-7400 • schoharienurseries.com
21. Terrace Mountain Orchards
50 acres of the finest quality apples you’ll find
grown anywhere. Pick your own or buy already
picked. Visit our Apple Barn where you’ll find a
wide variety of locally grown produce, pumpkins,
cider, donuts, pies and much more. Open
September and October. 158 Apple Blossom Lane,
Schoharie • 518-295-7755 or 518-295-8212
• terracemountainorchard.com
22. National Bank of Coxsackie
We pride ourselves on being a reliable hometown
bank that focuses on customer service. We are
committed to providing you with the finest
products and services possible. 4507 State Route 30,
Middleburgh • 518-827-3333 • nbcoxsackie.com
See our listing (#21)
Building a County and a Community
The County of Schoharie was formed in 1795 and local
government began to grow in importance with the arrival
of New Englanders and other immigrants. The old dorfs
were renamed in English or were never rebuilt. In the
Stone Fort’s 1830 Jackson Law Office this political
maturation is traced with objects from a succession of
county court houses and jails, including ballot boxes and
a 1925 voting machine. Of course when living in a river
valley, occasional flooding is a fact of life. During a 1784
flood, two young boys were rescued from an inundated
house by none other than Timothy Murphy, ever the hero.
Roads and bridges were built, washed away, and rebuilt
higher and stronger.
The longest single-span wooden bridge in the world
(Marker 1) was built in Blenheim in 1855, and survived
until Hurricane Irene
struck in 2011. Up to
80% of the homes in
the Valley were affected
by this devastating
storm, yet indomitable
Schoharie is rebuilding
once again. Efforts are
even underway to
rebuild the Blenheim
Covered Bridge with
original pieces recovered
after the flood.
Photo courtesy of Stephen Kowalski
Agriculture has always
endured as the most
important sector of our
economy. When the Erie
Canal opened access to
the vast farmland of the
Midwest, Schoharie
Valley wheat farmers
could no longer compete.
Fortunately, another emerging technology helped them
adapt. Improved roads and railroads made it possible to
supply fresh dairy products to the growing cities. So our
farmers switched to dairy and a companion crop, hops.
Hops, a perennial, were ideal for a busy dairyman: set the
poles every spring, and come back in September to harvest
the flowers (dried, pressed, and shipped off to make beer
and medicines.) At one time we were the second largest
hop-growing county in the nation.
Maple sugar is another important product of our farms.
We even have a Maple Museum in the town of Jefferson.
Today, the movement toward locally-grown, organic,
heirloom vegetables and free-range meats is opening
exciting new opportunities for our farms.
Farmstands abound in the Schoharie Valley and the
Cobleskill Fairgrounds is the site of numerous competitions and shows – and of course the County Sunshine
Fair in mid-summer!
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23. The Conglomerate
Just like 18 specialty shops under one roof.
Women’s boutique clothing, jewelry, and
accessories, children’s clothing (0-4), gifts and
games, home and tabletop decor, stemware, bath
& body products, candles, greeting cards, fine
chocolates and confections, dried fruits, nuts,
herbs and spices. Always something special!
Open Monday-Saturday. Look for us on
Facebook! 331 Main Street, Middleburgh
• 518-827-6696 • conglomerategifts.com
A 6-generation family farm.
See our listing (#30) for information,
or visit barbersfarm.com
Certified water well
drilling
Geothermal heating
and cooling
24. Artisan’s Gallery
The Artisan’s Gallery is a cooperative of artists
representing the very best of what local artists have
to offer: jewelry, photography, paintings, pottery,
textiles, stained glass, woodwork, soaps, lotions,
balms, masks, fragrances, candles, and more.
322 Main Street, Suite 1, Middleburgh
• 518-827-8131 • artisansgallery12122.com
Pump systems
Water filtration
25. Hubie’s Restaurant and Pizzeria
Steaks, seafood, pizza, pasta, panini and burgers.
“Make Hubie’s your dining destination.” Beer
and wine available. Open Tuesday through
Sunday. Visa, MC, Discover. 325 Main Street,
Middleburgh • 518-827-5955
26. NBT Bank - Middleburgh
NBT Bank is an independent community bank
founded in 1856 in Norwich, NY. We are proud
of our heritage of building relationships that help
build dreams. Our services include personal
banking, small business & commercial banking
and trust & investment services. 24 hour ATM
available. 299 Main Street, Middleburgh
518-827-4111 • nbtbank.com
See our listing (#25)
SEE OUR LISTING #35
We’re generating
fun for all ages
27. Dr. Christopher S. Best
Home & Medical Exhibit
Victorian home and office used over a 100-year
period by two generations of family doctors.
On the National Register of Historic Places.
Turn-of-the-century kitchen, original furnishings.
May-October: Thursdays 10 am to 3 pm; or
by appointment. Clauverwie, Middleburgh
(next to Methodist church) • 518-827-4239
FREE ADMISSION • SEE OUR LISTING (#34)
The Civil War, from beginning to end
Richmondville’s Lt.
George W. Snyder was
one of 85 soldiers who
endured Fort Sumter’s
bombardment at the
outset of the War
Between the States.
New York sent more
soldiers to the war than
any other state, North
or South, and the Old
Stone Fort was again in
Unknown cavalry sergeant, hand-tinted
military use as an
armory for a company of the NY National Guard.
Approximately one in five men in Schoharie County
went to war, and about one of every five of them did not
return. Among the thousands who served, a Schoharie
newspaperman commanded a cavalry brigade operating
behind enemy lines in North Carolina. Several infantry
regiments were among those most heavily
engaged at Gettysburg, and the 134th
regiment also distinguished itself at
Lookout Mountain as part of
General Sherman’s army in
Georgia. A disabled Army
corporal from Schoharie
County, stenographer James
Tanner, was called to record
the last moments of President
Lincoln’s life across the street from
Ford’s Theatre that fateful night in
1865. The Fort’s Civil War 150th
James Tanner, 1869
Anniversary Exhibit of uniforms, arms and
the personal belongings of many soldiers give a
poignant view of this period of American history.
Moving Forward
Following the war, Americans enjoyed the products of the
Industrial Revolution at home and on the farm. Railroads
entered the scene, and local entrepreneurs connected
Middleburgh and Schoharie to the D&H main
line in Central Bridge, where young George
Westinghouse – inventor of the air brake for
trains, among other things – was growing up
(Marker 57). The Schoharie RR portion of the
Middleburgh & Schoharie Railroads was the
shortest standard-gauge railroad in the world, but
it carried the farm produce out and manufactured
goods into the heart of the Valley. The original
combination freight and passenger car built in Troy, NY,
is undergoing post-flood restoration at the Schoharie
Railroad Museum in the village of Schoharie. Dog, sheep
and horse-powered treadmills powered farm machinery
that increased productivity. Yes, even the family dog had a
job on the farm, powering the washing machine or butter
churn! The treadmills were superseded by steam, then by
28. Good Earth’s
Middleburgh Trading Post
A visual experience! Have fun, no charge. Let us
know what you collect. Save 25% off all hand
carved bears and antique dolls when you mention
this listing. Friday through Monday 11 am
to 5 pm. 2084 State Route 145, Middleburgh
• 518-827-4700 • middleburgh.com
or dollsale.com
29. Vroman’s Nose Nature Preserve
A popular hiking destination and a prominent
geological landmark which stands sentinel over
the historic Schoharie Valley. Part of the Long
Path. Mill Valley Road • (Cherie Clapper)
• 518-827-4386
30. Barber’s Farm
We’re famous for our vegetables, but you should
see our farm! Come visit our farm and greenhouses,
nestled in the heart of the Schoharie Valley,
open every day May-November and weekends
December-April. In the spring you will find
a wide variety of beautiful hanging baskets,
bedding plants and early produce. Summer
brings fresh-picked and pick-your-own fruits
and vegetables. In winter we offer our own
frozen vegetables from the summer harvest along
with fresh greens from our high tunnels and
storage crops. 3 1⁄2 miles south of Middleburgh on
Route 30 • 518-827-5454 • barbersfarm.com
31. Shaul Farms
Built on a reputation for quality homegrown
produce at reasonable prices, we invite you to our
beautiful pavilion in the Schoharie Valley for an
enjoyable shopping experience. Open 7 days a
week mid-June through November. Route 30,
Middleburgh (5 miles south of the village)
• 518-827-4210 (Roadstand); 518-827-5750 (Office)
Gobbler’s
Knob
FAMILY
FUN PARK
•9-Hole Par 3 Course
•18-Hole Miniature Golf Course
featuring Local Landmarks
•Lighted Driving Range
•NEW Bungee Trampoline
•Snack Bar & Ice Cream Parlor
•Pavilion for Parties & Events
SEE OUR LISTING, #38
32. North Blenheim Covered Bridge
Until destroyed by the 2011 flood, the site of the
longest single-span wooden covered bridge in the
world, built in 1855. Reconstruction work is
now underway. Route 30, North Blenheim
What
Life
on a
country
estate
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200 years
ago
Lansing
Manor
33. Lansing Manor Museum
An elegant early-1800s country estate. Tour
three floors, complete with period furnishings,
including a below-ground kitchen and dining
room restored to their original charm.
Admission free. Open daily except Tuesdays,
May 1-October 31. 1378 State Route 30, North
Blenheim • 800-724-0309 • www.nypa.gov
34. New York Power Authority
Visitors Center
Science comes alive with hands-on exhibits and
demonstrations on energy, electricity and the
environment. School groups and motor coach
tours welcome. Educational wetland and hiking
trails on grounds. Admission free. Daily from
10 am to 5 pm. Call for our calendar of events.
1378 State Route 30, North Blenheim
• 800-724-0309 • www.nypa.gov
See our listing (#37)
SEE OUR LISTING #33
35. Aqua-Tec Water Service
Water well drilling, complete pump systems and
service. Geothermal heating and cooling systems.
• 607-588-9413 • waterwellsandpumps.com
36. Gilboa Museum
Come see the oldest fossil trees in the world
and the town that vanished in the early 1900s.
12-4:30 weekends July-August or by
appointment. 122 Stryker Road, Gilboa
• 607-588-9413 • gilboafossils.org
SUPPLIES, CLASSES & MORE • LISTING #42
gasoline engines at the turn of the 20th century long before electricity came to
rural America. In 1889, the Old Stone Fort was opened as a museum, and the
second floor exhibits have changed little over the years. As a “Cabinet of
Curiosities” it is a museum of a museum, reflecting the eclectic collecting and
exhibit methods of the late Victorian era.
The Middleburgh Telephone Company’s founding in 1897 heralded the accelerating pace of change in the 20th century. In the Badgley Museum Annex of the
Stone Fort museum complex, Schoharie’s first automobile, a 1903 Rambler, sits
next to the blacksmith’s forge as a portent of things to come.
1903 was also the occasion of a record-breaking flood. Another washed out
several more bridges in the 1930s but they were quickly replaced – even though it
was during the Great Depression. Resilience.
The Schoharie Valley certainly has seen its share of conflict and catastrophe.
But through it all, our people have found the strength to rebuild and start anew.
Enjoy your stay in the picture-perfect Schoharie Valley.
37. A Taste of Europe
If you can’t go to Europe, let us bring Europe to
you! Fine food, elegant surroundings, and friendly
atmosphere in our conveniently located restaurant
serving lunch and dinner. On- and off-premises
catering, Meals-to-Go, fine gifts by local artisans,
gift certificates. Check our website for hours and
special events. 1 mile south from I-88 Exit 22.
3630 State Route 145, Cobleskill
• 518-296-8000 • atasteofeuropeny.com
38. Gobbler’s Knob
Make it a day of fun for everyone! Get in the
swing on our 9-hole par 3 course, an 18-hole
miniature golf course or our lighted driving
range. Bungee trampoline, snack bar and more.
3793 State Route 145 (just south of I-88 Exit 22),
Cobleskill • 518-296-8008 • gobblersknob.us
39. Kintz Plastic
Established in 1992, KPI Graphics offers quality
screenprinting and embroidery on garments
such as hats, T-shirts, sweats and jackets. Our
“Dedicated to Quality” policy along with our quick
turnaround provides our customers with the best
product at an unbeatable price. Monday-Friday
8 am to 4 pm. 116 Caverns Road, Howes Cave
• 518-296-8960
40. Iroquois Indian Museum
The Iroquois Museum building is a work of
art designed in the shape and spirit of the old
longhouses that once graced the valleys of upstate
New York. Innovative exhibitions, family friendly
festivals, an interactive Children’s floor and nature
trails in a 45-acre park celebrate the cultural
traditions, artistic expression, and the rich history
and archaeology of the Iroquois. 324 Caverns
Road, Howes Cave (1.5 miles off Route 7)
• 518-296-8949 • iroquoismuseum.org
41. Studio for Art & Craft
A place to create ! Pottery painting, beading, glass
fusing and more. A treasure trove of craft supplies
and a knowledgeable staff. Classes available all year.
576 Main Street, Cobleskill • 518-823-4053
• thestudioforartandcraft.com
Schoharie County
1903 FLOOD OF FOX CREEK AT GALLUPVILLE
Looking for Something Unexpected?
Look no further! From deep within the magical
shadows of caves, up to the soaring peaks of
jagged cliffs, and everywhere richly historical
in between – let pure enchantment guide your
travels! 1-800-41-VISIT • upstatevacations.com
Photo courtesy of the Chester Zimmer Collection, Schoharie County Historical Society
Route 20 Scenic Byway
Make the journey as much fun as the destination!
Follow the Route 20 Scenic Byway for 108 miles
of history, beauty and bounty from Duanesburg
in the east to LaFayette in the west. Ask any
participating Schoharie Valley Association
members for a Route 20 Scenic Byway Travel
Guide and Map. 518-817-3770 • nyroute20.com
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The Schoharie Mohawks
The Schoharie Valley
John P. Ferguson
The story of a Native American
community in the 1700’s that dared
to dream of brotherhood with their
Dutch, German, and English neighbors
but awoke to the twin nightmares of
dispossession and Revolution.
John P.D. Wilkinson
Through vintage photographic
and postcard images, this book
celebrates the quaint communities of the Schoharie Valley
that have thrived and survived
for generations.
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Iroquois Indian Museum
Landis Arboretum
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Secret Caverns
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40 Site of Indian Council
Rock House
41 Site of Middle Fort
Site of Carlisle Grove
42 Site of 1st Reformed Church
Seminary
43 Weiser’s Dorf
France’s Corners
57 Birthplace of
Town of Cobleskill
George Westinghouse
Richtmyer Tavern
58 Civil War Nurse
Stone Bridge
59 First Court House
Site of Indian Stone Heap 60 George Mann Tory Tavern
Kniskern Dorf
61 Gerlach Dorf
Methodist Episcopal Church 62 Jacob Snyder House
Site of Encampment
63 Oldest Building
Site of Schoharie Junction 64 Schoharie
Sloansville
65 Site of Block House
The Presbyterian
66 Site of First Ever Open Air
(Old Stone) Church
Talking Motion Picture
Bouck’s Island
67 Site of First School
Here Col. John Harper
68 Site of Home of
Indian Trail – Keyser Kill
Johannes Ball
to Catskill
69 Site of Major Eckerson’s Mill
Indian Trail – War Route
70 Site of Simeon Laraway Mill
of Revolution
71 Stone Church Parsonage
Indian Village
72 Swart’s Tavern
Smoke Generator
73 Tavern
Site of Home of
74 Throop’s Drug Store
Timothy Murphy
91 Becker Stone House
Site of Upper Valley Fort
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Vroman’s Land
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Valley, with no significant hills along most of its course.
This – along with its wide shoulders and frequent resting
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enthusiasts who wish to
take a ride through history. Numerous other scenic drives
spur off from the Timothy Murphy Trail, and we suggest
you allow enough time to enjoy all that our beautiful area
has to offer.
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Trail encompasses all of Route 30 as it traverses Schoharie
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from the pre-colonial era through the early 20th century.
These markers are shown on the map at the right (historical
markers #26 and #35 pertain to Timothy Murphy).
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