Van Schaick

The Van Schaick Mansion, located on Van Schaick Island in Cohoes, New York, is a historic home with a rich history tied to the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. Built in 1735, the mansion served as military headquarters for English generals during the French and Indian War and later housed prominent American generals during the American Revolution, including Generals Schuyler, Gates, Poor, St. Clair, and Colonels Morgan, Gansevoort, and Arnold. With its significant historical importance, the Van Schaick Mansion has been named to the National Register of Historical Places and the New York State Revolutionary War Heritage Trail.

Under the care of the Gen. Peter Gansevoort Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution since 2001, the Van Schaick Mansion Project aims to collect, preserve, and present the cultural history of Van Schaick Island. The project works towards this mission by preserving and interpreting the mansion as a site for exhibitions, collections, and programs that benefit the community. With its dedication to preserving the past and shaping the future, the Van Schaick Mansion Project invites visitors to explore the historic mansion and learn about its fascinating role in American history.

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