2019 Map of Amenia

About this map

Amenia and its surrounding hamlets occupy a valley landscape defined by the Tenmile River and Webatuck Creek, where the eastern border of New York meets Connecticut. This 2019 survey documents a region steeped in early settlement history, evidenced by a high density of small, named cemeteries such as the Amenia Burying Ground, the Separate Burying Ground, and the Northrup Burial Ground. The village of Wassaic serves as a local hub near the confluence of Wassaic Creek and the river, while smaller clusters like Lithgow and Leedsville anchor the outlying agricultural and upland areas. Cultural landmarks like the Red Meeting House near the Amenia Island Cemetery reflect the long-standing community structures in Dutchess County. The terrain transitions from the depths of Turkey Hollow to prominent elevations at Cobble Mountain and East Mountain, illustrating the physical geography that shaped the placement of early roads and homesteads.