Binnewater Historic District

Binnewater Historic District is a grouping of nine wooden structures in Rosendale that includes a railroad station, general store, livery stables, residences, and farm buildings. The buildings display original details such as store counters and ornate sheet metal ceilings from the late 1800s and early 1900s.

The area developed as a trading point along the Wallkill Valley Railroad when the rail line expanded through the region in the 1870s. The general store first served informally as a railroad stop until an official station building was completed in 1883.

The district reflects how a rural community gathered around commerce and transportation, with the general store serving as a social meeting place and the barns supporting agricultural life. Walking through today, you notice how all the buildings cluster together to support trade and movement.

The site sits in a quiet rural setting where all buildings are visible from outside and walkable to explore. Best visited on a clear day when you can see the craftsmanship details and original features on the wooden structures clearly.

The railroad station sat so close to Binnewater Road that trucks repeatedly collided with it, eventually leading to its demolition in 1989. This overlooked chapter reveals how a poor location choice created an ongoing maintenance problem that ultimately sealed the building's fate.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 41.85750,-74.08611

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:43