About Our Community
About Our Community
Located about 80 miles north of New York City, New Paltz lies just west of the Hudson River at the base of the Shawangunk Ridge, part of the larger Catskill region of New York State. This iconic corner of the Mid-Hudson Valley is known for its orchards, rolling farmland, the campus of SUNY New Paltz, and a wide array of outdoor activities accented by the distinct profile of one of the most recognized ridgelines in the northeast.
The Village and Town of New Paltz
New Paltz began as an almost 40,000 acre settlement, after being sold by the Esopus Indians to a group of twelve Huguenots in 1677. Today, Huguenot Street, the originial home of the twelve settling Huguenot families, is a historic site. It is located on the west side of town on the Wallkill River.
Huguenot Street has been designated a national landmark and tours are conducted regularly. The houses date from 1705 to 1890 and are open to the public for tours. Included in the tours are 6 stone houses, a French Church and burying ground, a library, a museum, gift shop and picnic grounds.
The Town of New Paltz surrounds the Village. The town government is headed by the Supervisor and a Town Council. It is a separate government from the Village.
VILLAGE OF NEW PALTZ
Official Village of New Paltz website
TOWN OF NEW PALTZ
