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| + | '''The Town of Westerlo, one of four [[Albany County Hilltowns| Albany County, NY Hilltowns]]''', is on the south border of Albany County. The other Hilltowns are [[Berne]], [[Knox]], and [[Rensselaerville]]. | ||
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| + | [[Image:Westerlo1854LargeWeb.jpg|300px|thumb|right|<center>The map is a portion from a larger map of the Town of Westerlo; 1854 survey by Jay Gould of Roxbury, NY.</center>]] | ||
| + | ==Geography and Demographics== | ||
| + | According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 58.5 square miles. | ||
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| + | *[http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?city=Westerlo&state=NY&country=us Here] is a current map from MapQuest. | ||
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== '''[[Maps]]''' == | == '''[[Maps]]''' == | ||
Numerous [[Maps|maps]] have been found, some dating back 250 years. Click [[Maps|here]] for '''''[[Maps|more information]]'''''. | Numerous [[Maps|maps]] have been found, some dating back 250 years. Click [[Maps|here]] for '''''[[Maps|more information]]'''''. | ||
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[[External Links|External Links]] to other web sites can bring you to valuable sources of information. Click [[External Links|here]] for '''''[[External Links|more information]]'''''. | [[External Links|External Links]] to other web sites can bring you to valuable sources of information. Click [[External Links|here]] for '''''[[External Links|more information]]'''''. | ||
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*The Manuscripts and Special Collections unit of the New York State Library owns an extensive collection of land records covering the Rensselaerwyck Manor, an area that once included large portions of Albany and Rensselaer counties. The [http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/msscfa/sc7079l_a_l.htm Rensselaerwyck Manor Papers] at the NYS Library has a partial index of some of the tenants and the lots they leased. There is much more information available at the Library itself. | *The Manuscripts and Special Collections unit of the New York State Library owns an extensive collection of land records covering the Rensselaerwyck Manor, an area that once included large portions of Albany and Rensselaer counties. The [http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/msscfa/sc7079l_a_l.htm Rensselaerwyck Manor Papers] at the NYS Library has a partial index of some of the tenants and the lots they leased. There is much more information available at the Library itself. | ||
Revision as of 00:26, 1 October 2012
The Town of Westerlo, one of four Albany County, NY Hilltowns, is on the south border of Albany County. The other Hilltowns are Berne, Knox, and Rensselaerville.
Geography and Demographics
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 58.5 square miles.
- Maps
- Here is a current map from MapQuest.
Maps
Numerous maps have been found, some dating back 250 years. Click here for more information.
History
Westerlo'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
Farms and Lots
Historic Homes
Churches
Hilltown churches formed and often merged, divided, and disbanded, so tracking churches can be a challenge. Click here for more information.
Cemeteries
Hilltown cemeteries range from tiny, hidden family plots to huge cemeteries. Click here for more information.
Schools
Hilltowns had numerous one-room schools scattered to be near population centers. school. In 1932 Berne and Knox joined the form the Berne-Knox Central School District. Westerlo joined later the make the Berne-Knox-Westerlo or BKW. Click here for more information.
Organizations
Hilltown organizations united residents and provided services the made life in the Hilltowns more enjoyable. Click here for more information.
Businesses
Westerlo businesses thrived for generations. Click here for more information.
Hamlets and Communities
Each of the four Hilltowns covers a large area. Early settlers joined together to create small hamlets, villages, communities, and just groups of houses. Click here for more information.
Photo Gallery
External Links
External Links to other web sites can bring you to valuable sources of information. Click here for more information.
- The Manuscripts and Special Collections unit of the New York State Library owns an extensive collection of land records covering the Rensselaerwyck Manor, an area that once included large portions of Albany and Rensselaer counties. The Rensselaerwyck Manor Papers at the NYS Library has a partial index of some of the tenants and the lots they leased. There is much more information available at the Library itself.
Visitor attractions
Like all of the Albany hill towns, Westerlo is known for its natural beauty: pastoral rural countryside, rolling hills, meandering creeks, waterfalls, forest land.
- Westerlo visitor attractions and facilities including farms, farm activities, natural reserves, trails, historic buildings and cemeteries.
- Proposals for town of Westerlo, 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
History
Westerlo was formed in 1815 from parts of the Towns of Coeymans and Rensselaerville. It is named after Domine Eilardus Westerlo.
The Town of Westerlo Then and Now booklet was distributed in 1976 and contains information on the hamlets of Westerlo including some history and historic homes and businesses.
Photo Gallery
This section is for scenic photos and post cards of the Town.
- Photos of people and families should be posted on biography or family pages.
- Photos of the hamlets should be posted under the hamlets.
Westerlo School house - Courtesy Timothy j. Albright 
South Westerlo Mill Dam - Courtesy Timothy j. Albright 
Westerlo - Main Street - Courtesy Timothy j. Albright
Sources
