Cyrus Gates Farmstead
Cyrus Gates Farmstead, Greek Revival farmstead in Maine, New York, US
The farmstead contains a main house, two barns, a tenant farmer's residence, and a blacksmith's shop across 130 acres of land.
Built in 1848, the property served as a station on the Underground Railroad until 1865, offering refuge to individuals escaping from slavery.
Cyrus Gates worked as a cartographer for New York State while actively supporting the abolitionist movement through his residence and community involvement.
The farmstead features a concealed space in the attic, accessed through a secret door designed specifically for sheltering people seeking freedom.
Margaret Cruizer, who arrived at age 16 seeking refuge, stayed with the Gates family permanently and rests in the cemetery next to the house.
Location: New York
Inception: 1848
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.24720,-76.03860
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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