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1. pastmaps.com › explore › usOld Historical Maps of Poughkeepsie, NY | Pastmaps

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   Historical Maps of Poughkeepsie. Journey back in time with 35 historical maps of Poughkeepsie, dating from 1893 to present day. Explore and discover the history of Poughkeepsie through detailed topographic maps, featuring cities, landmarks, and geographical changes. Dive deeper into each map with our interactive high-resolution viewer and ...

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3. www.britannica.com › place › PoughkeepsiePoughkeepsie | New York, Map, & History | Britannica

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   Sep 6, 2024 · Pop. (2000) 7,524; (2010) 6,713. This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen. Poughkeepsie, city, seat of Dutchess county, eastern New York, U.S. It lies on the east bank of the Hudson River (there bridged to Highland), 75 miles (121 km) north of New York City. It was settled by the Dutch in 1683; its name, of Wappinger ...

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4. www.oldmapsonline.org › en › Poughkeepsie,_New_YorkOld maps of Poughkeepsie, New York

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   Plan of the City Poughkeepsie, New York. 1867. Beers, Frederick W. 1:8k. Plan of the City of Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York. 1867. Beers, Frederick W.

5. www.oldmapsonline.org › en › websMap of the city of Poughkeepsie Dutchess County, New York ...

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   Map provided by New York Public Library. Author is and published by in . ... Map of the city of Poughkeepsie Dutchess County, New York. [Village] 1876. Poughkeepsie ...

6. www.loc.gov › item › 2002620676Poughkeepsie, N.Y. - Library of Congress

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   Available also through the Library of Congress Web site as a raster image. PM3 Acquisitions control no.: 2002-20 ... United States--New York (State)--Poughkeepsie ...

7. tedsvintageart.com › products › poughkeepsie-newVintage Map of Poughkeepsie, New York 1874 - Ted's Vintage Art

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   Map Description. This is a very high quality, digitally restored bird's eye view map print of Poughkeepsie, New York from the year 1874. This vintage map is a must-have for anyone that loves the city of Poughkeepsie. The print is extremely detailed and includes street names, buildings and businesses from the time.

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   What is the history of Poughkeepsie NY?

   • Poughkeepsie: History. Founded in 1687, the community became an incorporated village in 1799, and the city was chartered in 1854. Poughkeepsie was the state capital of New York from 1777 through 1783. In 1788, New York State ratified the United States Constitution at the Market Street courthouse.

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   Where is Poughkeepsie New York located?

   • Poughkeepsie, city, seat of Dutchess county, eastern New York, U.S. It lies on the east bank of the Hudson River (there bridged to Highland), 75 miles (121 km) north of New York City. It was settled by the Dutch in 1683; its name, of Wappinger Indian origin, means “reed-covered lodge by the little water place.”

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   What is Poughkeepsie NY known for?

   • Situated about halfway between New York City and Albany, Poughkeepsie is a National Heritage Area. Early on the area was home to the Wappinger Indians, part of the Algonquin federation. The name Poughkeepsie comes from the tribe’s name for the area, which means “the reed covered lodge by the little-water place.” This refers not...

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   When did Poughkeepsie become a state?

   • It was settled by the Dutch in 1683; its name, of Wappinger Indian origin, means “reed-covered lodge by the little water place.” Poughkeepsie served as the temporary state capital, and the U.S. Constitution was ratified there in 1788.

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   Why did Poughkeepsie become a state capital?

   • Poughkeepsie served as the temporary state capital, and the U.S. Constitution was ratified there in 1788. Its importance as a river grain port declined after completion of the Erie Canal in 1825, and the city became a manufacturing and commercial centre.

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   What industries are in Poughkeepsie New York?

   • Industry now includes computer assembly and research, printing and lithography, and the production of swimming pool equipment, electronic devices, chemicals, and ball bearings. Poughkeepsie is the home of Vassar College (founded 1861), Marist College (1929), and Dutchess Community College (1957) of the State University of New York system.

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9. www.worldmapsonline.com › historic-mapHistoric Map - Poughkeepsie, NY - 1874 | World Maps Online

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   This reproduction panoramic view of Poughkeepsie, New York was drawn by Howard Heston Bailey and published by G. W. Lewis in 1874. Popularly known as "The Queen City of the Hudson", Poughkeepsie is county seat for Dutchess County and was New York's second capital. In 1788 the Ratification Convention for New York gathered at Poughkeepsie's ...