We stand strong with our partners in westchester county as the world works together to navigate coronavirus covid19. Birth book one, town of eastchester, new york family history. Early wills of westchester county, new york 16641784 pub. This is a registry of westchester county, ny town and county officials in 1912. Church history history of the protestant episcopal church, in the county of westchester, from its foundation, a. A history of the county of westchester, from its first settlement to the present. The history of westchester county, a county in the state of new york, can be traced back to the founding of a settlement between the hudson river and long island sound in the 16th century. Eastchester genealogy in westchester county, new york. Stories about the people and events that have shaped the history of westchester county come alive at the westchester county historical society. History of the town of mamaroneck in the county of westchester and state of new york. Westchester county, new york nys historic newspapers. Westchester county new york genealogy ancestry research. Cortlandt genealogy in westchester county, new york. Named as the official county historian in 2006, the societys mission is to collect and preserve books, pamphlets, maps.
Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. A brief history of the eleazer gedney branch of the gedney family. Read more new book on westchester history annual meeting. African american history in westchester home facebook. Be sure to contact them first for latest info on hours, and confirm your donation can be accepted. Guide to westchester county, new york ancestry, family history, and genealogy birth. The county of westchester was officially created by an act of the new york general assembly on november 1, 1683. Hoopla digital has added over 6,500 titles in addition to its vast catalogue of videos, audiobooks, ebooks and more. The united states government census, 1790, westchester county, new york. Internet archive history of westchester county, new york including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city. It is the secondmost populous county on the mainland of new york, after the bronx, and the most populous county in the state north of new york city.
New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, volume 2 john thomas scharf l. Mar 25, 2017 this is a registry of westchester county, ny town and county officials in 1912. A history pleasantvillebriarcliff manor, ny presentation and book signing toggle navigation pleasantvillebriarcliff manor, ny user. Oct 31, 2017 in a set of early records from westchester county is an unassuming reminder of the history of witchcraft in colonial new york. Westchester county, new york allison, charles elmer on.
New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, volume 1 john thomas scharf l. The area now known as westchester county had seen human occupation since at least the archaic period, but significant growth in the settlements that are now incorporated into the county did not occur until. Indexes to westchester county names in the federal censuses, 17901840. Here in westchester youll find a community of the very best people, whose talents are as expansive as our 500 square miles. This directory does not list every place in westchester but rather it lists those towns and villages which are adjacent to the harlem railroad which today is called the harlem. Heres a starter list of my favorite ways and places to donate, and dispose of unwanted items in westchester county. The revolutionary war neutral ground of westchester county. The 1998 edition includes updates throughout, and several new and revised pages. All things related to westchester county s alleged haunted street buckout road including urban legends of flesh eating albinos, isaac buckhout murders, paranormal activity, and more. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. The westchester county archives is the unit in the department of information technology that serves as the central repository for the historical public records of westchester county, ny. For more traditional local history reference books, please contact the westchester. World war ii generated a need for an airfield at rye lake, and by 1945, diminished defense needs permitted the transition from military airfield to county.
New york wills and probate records, 16591999 includes westchester county source. The american suburb tells the story of a quintessential american suburban county. Westchester county, new york genealogy familysearch. Whether powered by steam, diesel or electric, these railroads all shared one common trait.
Visiting every town in the county, speaking to town historians, librarians and local history societies, the authors have painstakingly captioned hundreds of. New york prevailing wage law if you work for a contractor on a westchester county owned construction site or for a contractor that provides services for a building owned by westchester. A history of the county of westchester, from its first. Genealogy and history hello and welcome to the genealogy trails website for westchester county, new york our goal is to help you track your ancestors through time by transcribing genealogical and historical data and placing it online for the free use of all researchers. The hamlet has an unusual history, and the library has moved and changed with the community.
The history of the westchester county sheriffs department has roots dating back to 1683 when benjamin collier, the first sheriff, was appointed by the governor and council of new york. If you do not have a personal subscription to this service, contact your local library. Making extensive use of archival photographs, the author deftly weaves the story of westchesters growth and. Although written in a dauntingtoread seventeenth century hand, the reminder is a statement dated september 5, 1670, acknowledging payment of fourteen pounds to a katharine harrison by joseph palmer, fully and. If you work on a westchester county public works contract, you should know your rights about the prevailing wage laws in new york state and westchester county.
Buckout road the alleged most haunted street in america. New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, volume 1, part 1. Click on these titles to check out books on this county. Records of the congregational church, yorktown, westchester county, new york. These governmental records date from 1680 to the present and provide not only documentation of the history of county government, but also the growth of. Genealogy resources westchester county, new york please follow the links below to learn more about your new york ancestors. Genealogical resources westchester county archives. Lewisboro is a town in westchester county, new york, united states. These books are an excellent resource for history and genealogy researchers of this area. Westchester county vital records can be found at the new york department of health which has copies of birth records after 1881 and death records after 1880, copies of marriage since 1881 and a divorce records since 1847. Everyday discount prices and great customer service. History of westchester county, new york by alvah p. Books related to research in westchester county, new york.
The westchester county historical society was founded in 1874 as a memberbased, notforprofit agency incorporated by the state of new york to serve the citizens of westchester county. Westchester county historical pageant, 1614, 1846 c1909, by violet oakley. The white plains public library has a local history room again. A small history of the gedney family of westchester co. Old book history county of westchester ny 1848 z70 price. Excerpt from history of westchester county, new yo. The census of 1698 for mamaroneck, morrisania, and new rochelle, westchester county, new york, the new york genealogical and biographical record, vol. History of westchester county, new york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city. We have received letters of praise from dozens of westchester and non westchester residents, as well as duplicate and triplicate orders to be given as gifts to history and genealogy buffs. Westchester county, new york hardcover september 1, 1984 by charles elmer allison author. Affordable housing is a major contributing factor to a balanced. Feb 06, 2017 in westchester county, this all began with a seaplane operation at ryecove in the early 1920s, followed by the call for a county airport in 1928, but it did not come to fruition until 1945. New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, volume 1, part 2. Westchester library system board of trustees endorses reversal of macmillan ebook embargo.
We have new york state census records for westchester county from 1905. A history, by field horne, with over 225 illustrations 110 in full color, is the first comprehensive story of the county to be published in 40 years. Additional records are listed on the county and state pages. Sheriffs continued to be appointed by the governor until 1846 when the new york state constitution established provisions for popular election of sheriffs. A history westchester county historical society, 2018 includes over 225 illustrations and is the first comprehensive history of the county to be published in 40 years the book traces the history of westchester county from its early native peoples to today making extensive use of archival photographs, the author weaves the story of westchester. French, 1925 edition, in english history of westchester county, new york. History of westchester county, new york part 2, 1886 source. This page primarily lists records kept at the city level. New westchester county history published new york almanack. New rochelle, westchester county, new york genealogy. The experience of westchester county, new york appeared in the journal of american history in 1993. New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york. History of westchester county, new york, from its earliest settlement to the year 1900 genealogy gophers history of westchester county, new york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farm.
Exploring the vibrant history of westchester county. Google books history of westchester county, new york 1900 source. Forgotten railroads through westchester county covers some very interesting railroadsall now relegated to historyand does it in a way that brings them to life. Lively and unexpected tales from westchester county s past will be the topic of a book talk by field horne, author of the newlyreleased westchester county.
If no titles appear or try for a different set of titles, refresh this page. Eric pleskas original buckout road website, moved from. Westchester county ny early land deeds from court books d e and f. The area now known as westchester county had seen human occupation since at least the archaic period, but significant growth in the settlements that are now. Eastchester genealogy in westchester county, ny usa 1,015,348 new york 54,234 westchester county 2,119 eastchester 24 note. Records of early settlers of putnam county and cortlandt manor, new york ancestry. Our home county is fortunate to possess a wealth of talented, successful individuals. Lewis historical publishing company, new york, 1925. History of westchester county, new york, from its earliest settlement to the year 1900 by shonnard, frederic. Highlighting the history, heritage, culture and contributions of african americans to the building of westchester county. This is the westchester county historical societys most popular book.
Volunteer with our popular medicare and senior benefits. Named as the official county historian in 2006, the societys mission is to collect and preserve books, pamphlets, maps, manuscripts, photographs, newspapers, periodicals, film, video. A history westchester county historical society, 2018 includes over 225 illustrations and is the first comprehensive history of the county to be published in 40 years. On an average day, approximately 39 flights operated by four airlines depart from the main terminal. A history, published in september by the westchester county historical society on thursday, december 6th at 7. Westchester, ny, news from the journal news and lohud. Westchester county, new york, westchester, new york. From its earliest settlement to the year 1900, part 1. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. A history, by field horne, with over 225 illustrations 110 in full color, is the first. As of 2015, the westchester county airport hpn serves an average of 1. Donate your books, maybe even cds and dvds to your local library. Westchester countys alleged haunted street buckout road a two mile woodsy back road that connects white plains and harrison, ny has been the center of myth, lore, and nightmares for generations.
The town is named after john lewis, an early settler. The book, with various chapters by various experts, focuses on different aspects of suburban life, including history, landscape, allure, neighborhoods, housing, highways, diversity, representation in fiction, domesticity, and shopping. The book traces the history of westchester county from its early native peoples to today. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, volume 1. Thomas scharfs history of westchester county, new york. Where can find westchester county birth, marriage, divorce and death records. New book on westchester history westchester county. Our library, westchester s largest collection of local history and genealogy, covers the county s development from the first dutch settlers in yonkers to corporate settlers on the white plains corridor. Westchester county new york family research with free historical data transcriptions, census, biographies, obituaries, newspaper articles, military information and much more for your family tree. The history of the town of cortlandt, westchester county, new york family history library cortlandt marriage records. The history of the several towns, manors, and patents of. Forgotten railroads through westchester county new york. According to the 2010 census, the county had a population of 949,1, estimated to have increased to 967,612 by 2018.
New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, john thomas scharf. History katonah is one of the three hamlets in the town of bedford in northern westchester county, new york. Westchester county, new york genealogy, books, cds, maps. Where to donate and dispose of unwanted items in westchester. Westchester county airport by kent patterson arcadia.
It is a good source for westchester county genealogy. History of westchester county, new york part 2 history of westchester county, new york 1900 internet archive history of westchester county, new york part 2 internet archive katonah village library history westchester county, ny lds genealogy westchester county histories and genealogies living places westchester county, ny. Baptisms 17411832, pastors book 18311894, and baptisms and marriages 17741832 cortlandt, new york reformed dutch church cortlandt. Stanford and swords, 1855, by robert bolton multiple formats at. Jackson pdf with commentary at the book of the words. Find new and used cars for sale in westchester county, ny. We now have a dedicated space for people interested in local history and genealogy to explore the white plains collection. Flights offer direct service to and from business and recreation destinations throughout the united states. Many great records relating to your family history can be found online and at local archives, libraries, courthouses, and genealogical.
Making extensive use of archival photographs, the author deftly weaves the story of westchesters growth and development over 200 plus years. A solid copy of this 1925 westchester county, ny history, complete in 4 volumes. Free family records for researching ancestry in westchester county ny. Westchester county ny early land deeds from court books d. Making extensive use of archival photographs, the author deftly weaves the story of westchester s growth and development over 200 plus years. Articles on the history of bedford in westchester county, new york, from its beginnings as a settlement of the colony of connecticut bedford hills, ny. New york, including morrisania, kings bridge, and west farms, which have been annexed to new york city, volume 1, part 2 john thomas scharf l.