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Maple Grove is part of a group of historic farm estates once located along South Road (Route 9) in Poughkeepsie, New York. These estates were known for their picturesque landscapes and played a significant role in the region’s history.
Despite being unoccupied since 1955 and enduring a severe fire in 1985, it has survived miraculously. Ongoing reconstruction and restoration efforts, coupled with the search for an appropriate new use, are a testament to the resilience of this beautiful building. The mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is open for visits from April to November on the first Wednesday of each month.
Some Maple Grove History
The history of Maple Grove shows that it was established by New York banker Charles A. Macy, who purchased a 35-acre parcel in 1850 that included a small farmhouse and barn, likely from the 1830s. Despite the simple beginnings of these original structures, Macy quickly built a grand brick mansion that is now known as Maple Grove. The mansion’s precise symmetry and elevated position serve as a powerful display of Macy’s wealth and refined taste. Today, both the original buildings and the elegant mansion still stand as proud reminders of Maple Grove’s historic past.
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