Rice Homestead - Mayfield - New York
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swizzle
N 43° 06.055 W 074° 16.625
18T E 558827 N 4772275
One of the few colonial homes still standing in the U.S.
Waymark Code: WM78AC
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 09/18/2009
Views: 5
The Rice Homestead in Mayfield was built in 1790 and is on both the state and national registers of historic places. It has seen many changes over the years. On the property was a Fulling Mill, a Skin Mill, A Post Office and in later years a part of the areas rich history in glove manufacturing business. It is now owned by the Mayfield Historical Society who have turned it into a museum.
Just click on the link below for more information on days and times that the museum is open or to set up an appointment. Happy Waymarking, Swizzle & Family
Marker Name: Rice Homestead
Marker Type: Roadside
Agency: New York State Education Department
Dedication Date: -9223372036854775808
City/Town/Village Name: Mayfield
County: Fulton
Region: The Adirondacks (Region 5)
Website: [Web Link]
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