Built 1750 Opened 1750 Phone +1 315-823-0398 | NRHP Reference # 71000539 Area 65 ha Added to NRHP 12 February 1971 | |
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Location Near NY 5 S., Danube, New York Address 200 NY-169, Little Falls, NY 13365, USA Architectural style Greek Revival architecture Similar Oriskany Battlefield State Hist, Steuben Memorial State Hist, Clinton House, Sayville National Wildlife R, Bristol Beach State Park | ||
Herkimer Home State Historic Site is a historic house museum in Herkimer County, New York, United States. Herkimer Home is in the north part of the Town of Danube, south of the Mohawk River.
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The home was built in 1764 by Nicholas Herkimer, who died there in 1777 from wounds suffered in the Battle of Oriskany. He is also buried there. In 1834, the house was owned by Nicholas Herkimer's nephew, John Herkimer.
Services and activities
The site offers a picnic area, scenic views, a visitor center, tours, re-enactments, gardens, and hiking.
Attempted closure
In 2010, Democratic Governor David Paterson attempted to close the park due to budget cuts. Opposition to the closure was strong, and the park remained open.
References
Herkimer Home State Historic Site Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA