Knox

Knox, one of the four Albany County, NY Hilltowns or Helderberg Hilltowns is in the northwest part of Albany County. The other Hilltowns are Berne, Westerlo, and Rensselaerville. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.9 square miles.

The west town line is the border of Schoharie County, and the north town line is the border of Schenectady County.

The population was 2,647 at the 2000 census.

Maps

Numerous maps have been found, some dating back 250 years. Click here for more information.

History

Knox's History appears in many publications. Click here for more information.

Military History

From the beginning residents of Knox have served in the military. Click here for more information.

Family Histories and Genealogy

Hilltown Family Histories and Genealogy provide details beyond the usual genealogy chart. Visit www.BerneHistory.org for complete genealogies of most Hilltown residents. Click here for more information.

Farms and Lots

Hilltown Farms and Lots mirror the history of the people and area. Click here for more information.

Churches

Churches played a major role in the lives of Knox residents. Click here for more information.

Cemeteries

From 1936 through 1940 William A. Brinkman, Historian, Town of Guilderland, compiled a list of the cemeteries and family burying grounds in the Town of Knox. He missed one or two, or maybe a few. Click here for more information

Schools

Knox had 15 one-room schools before the joined the Berne-Knox-Westerlo district. Click here for more information.

Organizations

Organizations in Knox were an important part of town life. Click here for more information.

Businesses

Knox businesses thrived for generations. Click here for more information.

Hamlets and Communities

Knox has had many hamlets, but most have disappeared. Click here for more information.

Photo Gallery

Post Cards and Photos of Knox are grouped in this section. Many of the pictures appear in individual stories. Click here for more information.

External Links

External Links to other web sites can bring you to valuable sources of information. Click here for more information.External Links to other web sites can bring you to valuable sources of information. Click here for more information.

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Knox Visitor Attractions and Facilities

Like all of the Albany hill towns, Knox is known for its natural beauty: pastoral rural countryside, rolling hills, meandering creeks, waterfalls, forest land.

Knox visitor attractions and facilities

Proposals for town of Knox, farmers and businesses to enhance visitor experiences.

Upcoming events

Upcoming events are listed on the following pages:

Upcoming events for visitors who want to know what is coming up when they "Head for the Hills."

Upcoming Events of Special Interest to Hill Town Residents

Farms

• Current Farms - Knox visitor attractions and facilities has a listing of current farms, farm activities, and where to buy farm products.