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Census records taken of the house give evidence of slavery before the full abolition of slavery in New York in 1827 (see History of slavery in New York). 1800 U.S. Census – Southfield (p. 16) Henry Barregor (Barger) 2 males under 10 1 female 10–16 2 males 10–16 1 female 26–45 1 male 26–45 1 person not taxed 3 slaves
Grasmere is a neighborhood located on the East Shore of Staten Island, one of the five boroughs of New York City, New York, United States. Grasmere although crossed by major roads has retained its quiet suburban character. The area and adjoining Concord was dotted with lakes and ponds similar to the English Lake District village of Grasmere.
Staten Island Historical Society is an organization devoted to the history of Staten Island and its neighboring communities, from the colonial period to the present day. The Society operates and interpreting Historic Richmond Town, the largest and most comprehensive historic village in New York City. It also collects and preserves the materials ...
Oyster harvesting Staten Island was mainly conducted on the island's south shore. Prince's Bay was the main hub and was within walking distance from Sandy Ground. Sandy Ground also served as an important stop on the Underground Railroad , and is the oldest continuously settled free black community in the United States.
List of the National Register of Historic Places listings in Richmond County, New York. This is intended to be a complete list of properties and districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places on Staten Island , or in other words in Richmond County , New York , United States .
Staten Island Borough Hall: March 23, 1982: Staten Island Family Courthouse (Staten Island Children's Courthouse), 100 Richmond Terr January 30, 2001: Staten Island Lighthouse: January 17, 1968: Staten Island Savings Bank Building: September 19, 2006: Stephens House and General Store, Historic Richmond Town August 26, 1969
Staten Island Borough Hall is the primary municipal building for the borough of Staten Island in New York City. It is located at 10 Richmond Terrace, next to the Richmond County Courthouse and opposite the St. George Terminal of the Staten Island Ferry .
A 1905 golf match with Isaac Mackie (right) at Fox Hills Golf Club, Staten Island, NY. Staten Island has four golf courses. La Tourette, Silver Lake, and South Shore are public, while Richmond County Country Club is the only private country club in New York City.