National Register Listings in Steuben County, New York
Addison Village Hall
Adsit House
Bolton, James H., House
Campbell-Rumsey House
Canisteo Living Sign
Church of the Redeemer
Cobblestone House
Corning Armory
Cottages at Central Point
Davenport Library
Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Station
District School Number Five
Erie Freighthouse Historic District
First Baptist Church of Painted Post
First Baptist Society of Bath, The
Gansevoort/East Steuben Streets Historic District
Germania Wine Cellars
Gold Seal Winery
Hallock, George W., House
Hammondsport Union Free School
Haverling Farm House
Hornell Armory
Hornell Public Library
Jenning's Tavern
Larrowe House
Liberty Street Historic District
Lincoln School
Main Street Historic Distrct
Mallory Mill
Maple Street Historic District
Market Street Historic District
Market Street Historic District (Boundary Increase)
McMaster House
Myrtle, Henry C. House
New York State Soldiers' and Sailors' Home-Bath Veterans Administration Center Historic District
Northrup Hill School District 10
Pleasant Valley Wine Company
Potter-Van Camp House
Presbyterian Church of Atlanta
Pulteney Square Historic District
Quick, Martin A., House
Robie, Reuben, House
Rowe House
Sedgwick House
Shepherd, William, House
Southside Historic District
St. Ann's Federation Building
Temple Beth-El
Town Linke Church and Cemetery
US Post Office-Bath
US Post Office-Corning
US Post Office-Hornell
US Post Office-Painted Post
Ward, M. J., Feed Mill Complex
Western New York Wine Company
Wombough, William, House
Wood Road Metal Truss Bridge
World War Memorial Library
Younglove, Timothy M., Octagon House
About Steuben County
Steuben County Timeline
Steuben County, located in the Western part of New York State, has a rich and diverse history. The area was first inhabited by Native American tribes, primarily the Seneca Nation, who were later displaced by European settlers. In the late 18th century, pioneers arrived in the region and began to establish settlements.
The county was officially formed in 1796 and named after Baron Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben, a military officer who served in the American Revolutionary War. Steuben County quickly grew in population and became an important agricultural and trading center. The construction of the Erie Canal in the early 19th century further spurred growth and development in the area.
During the Civil War, Steuben County sent a significant number of soldiers to fight for the Union Army. The county also played a role in the Underground Railroad, providing a route for slaves escaping to freedom in Canada. The industrial revolution in the late 19th century led to the establishment of factories and mills in the county, contributing to its economic prosperity.
In the 20th century, Steuben County continued to evolve. The region became a popular tourist destination, known for its scenic landscapes, charming towns, and recreational activities such as boating and fishing. Today, Steuben County is a mix of rural and urban areas, with a strong emphasis on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county has preserved its historical heritage through the restoration of old buildings and the establishment of museums and historical societies.
The county was officially formed in 1796 and named after Baron Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben, a military officer who served in the American Revolutionary War. Steuben County quickly grew in population and became an important agricultural and trading center. The construction of the Erie Canal in the early 19th century further spurred growth and development in the area.
During the Civil War, Steuben County sent a significant number of soldiers to fight for the Union Army. The county also played a role in the Underground Railroad, providing a route for slaves escaping to freedom in Canada. The industrial revolution in the late 19th century led to the establishment of factories and mills in the county, contributing to its economic prosperity.
In the 20th century, Steuben County continued to evolve. The region became a popular tourist destination, known for its scenic landscapes, charming towns, and recreational activities such as boating and fishing. Today, Steuben County is a mix of rural and urban areas, with a strong emphasis on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county has preserved its historical heritage through the restoration of old buildings and the establishment of museums and historical societies.
Steuben County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Steuben County, New York.
- 1789 - Steuben County is established as a county in the state of New York.
- 1796 - Bath is chosen as the county seat.
- 1804 - Steuben County's population reaches 3,797.
- 1810 - The first tavern is established in Bath.
- 1813 - The county experiences its first murder trial.
- 1823 - The Erie Canal is completed, improving transportation and stimulating economic growth in the county.
- 1836 - The village of Corning is incorporated.
- 1853 - The first railroad, the New York and Erie Railroad, reaches Hornellsville in Steuben County.
- 1892 - The New York State Soldiers' and Sailors' Home is established in Bath.
- 1920 - The population of Steuben County reaches its peak of 132,752.
- 1936 - The Civilian Conservation Corps opens a camp in Steuben County, providing employment during the Great Depression.
- 1957 - The Corning Museum of Glass opens in Corning, becoming a major attraction in the region.
- 1972 - The Steuben County Historical Society is founded.
- 1991 - The Corning Incorporated headquarters open in the city of Corning.