2023 Map of Amenia

About this map

Amenia and its surrounding hamlets occupy a dramatic landscape defined by the north-south corridors of the Taconic Mountains. This modern survey illustrates the persistent agricultural and village patterns of eastern Dutchess County, where the Tenmile River and Wassaic Creek carve through steep valleys. The area is notable for its concentration of early burial sites, including the Amenia Burying Ground - Red Meeting House Cem and the Separate Burying Ground, which serve as vital markers of colonial-era settlement near the New York-Connecticut border. To the west, the deep indentation of Turkey Hollow separates the main valley from the high ground near Lithgow. The map also captures the distinct layout of Wassaic and South Amenia, showing how local infrastructure like Depot Hill Rd and Railroad Ave continues to follow the historic paths of commerce and transit along the valley floor.