1944 Map of Altamont

About this map

The Helderberg Mountains define the dramatic topography of this 1944 survey, where the steep escarpment of the Thacher State Park meets the lowlands of the Delaware and Hudson railroad corridor. The village of Altamont serves as a central hub, featuring the Fairgrounds, Lasalette Seminary, and the Union Sch. The landscape is dotted with small rural schoolhouses, including Settles Hill Sch and School No 2, reflecting an era of localized education before district consolidation. Water resources are prominent throughout the area, from the Altamont Reservoir to the recreational waters of Thompsons Lake and Warner Lake in the southern portion. Local genealogy is well-preserved through numerous family burial sites such as Ostrander Cem, Snyder Cem, and Severson Cem, which mark the early settlement patterns of Albany and Schenectady counties.