You’ll Never Believe What This Ulster County, NY Town Was First Purchased For

Today, we have modern conveniences that make our lives easier. Technology also allows us to learn, communicate, work and shop from our laptops and phone.

However, we may not think about how far we've come together as a society and all that we have. Learning about influential members of the community from our area can put into a perspective of what life was once like in the Hudson Valley.

You'll Never Believe What This Ulster County, NY Town Was First Purchased For

Hudson Valley natives may have had ancestors who made a positive impact on our area. Some Hudson Valley towns date back to the 1600's and these areas now have historical markers and historians to share their stories.

The amount of history that lives on in the Hudson Valley is incredible. Every town has a story to tell, whether it's something that is known or hidden. Some of our favorite towns were once referred to by a different name. Rhinebeck was once referred to as Kipsbergen and Kingston was called Wiltwyck.

At times, we don't always hear the stories of how these towns were once settled, except for Saugerties, NY.

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Saugerties, NY Was First Purchased For More Than Just Food

Discover Saugerties shared historical information about this Ulster County, NY town. They mentioned that Saugerties, NY was first settled by the Dutch.

I was instantly intrigued when I discovered what this town was first purchased for in the 1670's. Discover Saugerties explained,

"It was purchased from the Esopus Sachem Tribe in 1677 by Governor Edmund Andros for a piece of cloth, a shirt, a loaf of bread and maize. "

After learning this information about Saugerties, NY and what it was purchased for in 1677, it puts it into perspective of how fortunate we are in 2024 for what we have. Our ancestors have paved the way for us to experience what is available to us in Hudson Valley.

Discover Saugerties mentioned that a man named Barent Cornelis Volge was known as "the little sawyer" who was one of this town's earliest settlers. This Ulster County, NY town's name came from this man who played a role in settling the area before any of the residents.

Let's take a look at some reasons to visit Saugerties, NY in addition to learning more about it's fascinating historical background.

Here Are Some Reasons To Visit Saugerties, NY

I've been to Saugerties, NY many times. In the warmer months, I enjoy visiting Opus 40 which is a unique sculpture park with walking trails and more.

The Saugerties Lighthouse has a relaxing nature walk to explore before arriving at the lighthouse. There are signs near the lighthouse that share stories of its past.

There are plenty of shops, local businesses to explore on Saugerties, NY's streets including Main and Partition. Some of the locally owned boutiques and eateries on these streets have been there for many years including Montano's Shoe Store and more.

Have you been to Saugerties, NY before? What do you enjoy doing when you visit this Ulster County, NY town? Tell us more below.

Take a look at the buses I saw in Saugerties, NY.