Amenia, Rural town in Dutchess County, United States
Located in eastern New York state, Amenia spans 43.6 square miles of land with the Ten Mile River flowing through its rolling terrain at 173 meters elevation.
The town received its official establishment in 1788, beginning with Richard Sackett's settlement along Wassaic Creek and the construction of Steel Works during the Revolutionary War.
The Red Meeting House, constructed in 1758 northeast of the village, served as a central gathering place where renowned preacher George Whitefield delivered sermons in 1770.
The Town Hall at 4988 NY-22 manages municipal services, while Metro-North Railroad provides direct transportation connections to New York City via the Harlem Line.
The Wassaic Project transforms former agricultural buildings into exhibition spaces, presenting contemporary art installations throughout the calendar year.
Location: Dutchess County
Inception: 1788
Elevation above the sea: 173 m
Website: https://ameniany.gov
GPS coordinates: 41.84694,-73.55472
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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