Washington County, Administrative county in northeastern New York, United States
Washington County extends across northeastern New York State with a combination of urban centers and agricultural lands near the Vermont border.
The county was founded on March 12, 1772, and named after George Washington, playing a strategic role during the American Revolutionary War.
Local museums and historic sites throughout Washington County preserve artifacts and documents that tell the story of early American settlement patterns.
Fort Edward serves as the county seat, providing governmental services and connecting residents to administrative resources through multiple local offices.
The county maintains extensive agricultural operations while supporting modern economic development through its position between Albany and the Adirondack region.
Location: New York
Inception: March 12, 1772
Capital city: Fort Edward
Shares border with: Addison County, Bennington County, Rutland County, Essex County, Warren County, Saratoga County, Rensselaer County
Website: http://co.washington.ny.us
GPS coordinates: 43.32315,-73.42819
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:12
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