Gomez Mill House

The Gomez Mill House is an early 18th century stone building with exceptionally thick walls, two large cellars, and a substantial fireplace in the main room overlooking the Hudson River. The property also includes remains of a paper mill that was built on the site later.

Built in 1714 by Luis Moses Gomez, a Sephardic Jewish merchant, after Queen Anne granted permission to conduct business and own property. The property changed hands multiple times, served as a meeting place during the American Revolution, and was later adapted for a paper mill by an artisan craftsman.

The house served as a gathering point for different communities due to its location on an important trading route. Visitors can see today how the thick stone walls and spacious rooms accommodated various activities like commerce and craftsmanship.

The house is accessible through guided tours organized by the Gomez Foundation that tell the stories of different owners. Visitors should dress appropriately as the location sits near the Hudson River where weather can be changeable.

The building is the oldest documented Jewish residence in North America and is now operated by a foundation that highlights how five different owners shaped the site over time. This repeatedly adapted property tells the story of multiple eras in a single place.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 41.58667,-78.98139

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08