Coleman Station Historic District

Coleman Station Historic District encompasses nine farms spread across rural land along Webutuck Creek in Dutchess County, New York, representing different periods of construction and agricultural use. The properties contain farmhouses, barns, and support buildings that date from the late 18th century onward.

New England settlers established livestock farms here in the late 18th century. The arrival of the railroad in 1850 transformed the economy, shifting the farms toward dairy production for distant markets.

The properties show how farming families maintained their heritage while adapting to changing times and new uses for their land. Today you can see old farm buildings serving different purposes while keeping their original character.

You can explore the district by following the Harlem Valley Rail Trail, which traces its boundaries and gives access to the historic buildings and landscapes. Good walking shoes are recommended since you will be on unpaved paths through rural terrain.

One farm here supplied large quantities of milk to New York City, playing a key role in feeding the growing metropolis. This commercial success made the area an important hub for moving food to urban markets.