Old Town, Staten Island, Historic residential district in eastern Staten Island, United States
Old Town is a historic residential neighborhood in eastern Staten Island with a mix of colonial structures and Victorian houses. The homes line small streets near Richmond Road, forming a compact and cohesive district.
The neighborhood was founded in 1661 by Dutch settlers as Oude Dorpe, marking the first permanent European settlement on Staten Island. Those early years shaped the character of the area.
Trinity Lutheran Church, built in 1839, stands as a religious hub that reflects the German heritage of early residents. The congregation gathered here for worship, and the building shows the craftsmanship of those who built it.
The Old Town station on the Staten Island Railway connects the neighborhood to the Staten Island Ferry, which crosses to Manhattan's waterfront. Public transit makes it simple to explore the area and reach other parts of the city.
The Staten Island Advance, the borough's main newspaper, operates its headquarters within Old Town. This publication and newsroom have shaped local journalism for generations.
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