The Ralph Hascall House was built c. 1800 in Georgian style ("Essex: An Architectural Guide.") for Ralph Hascall, a lawyer, State Senator (1811-1819), District Attorney of the County (1818-1821) and Essex town officer (1820-21). Hascall was also involved in the creation of the … [Read more...] about Ralph Hascall House
John Gould House
In 1817 John Gould began purchasing parcels of land just south of Essex's town center to combine into a property upon which he could build his home. By the time his house was built he owned nearly the entire block ("Essex: An Architectural Guide." 14). The John Gould House was … [Read more...] about John Gould House
Essex Market Meeting
Attention farmers, local artisans, and members of the Essex community! On Wednesday, December 12th, there will be a 'Farm Store' meeting in Essex. This is an opportunity for local farmers and artisans to discuss the idea of a common market, along with goals and concerns. … [Read more...] about Essex Market Meeting
Essex: The Architectural Heritage
Essex: The Architectural Heritage was written by George F. McNulty and Margaret Scheinin. Published in 1971, this user-friendly examination of the architecture in Essex, New York includes photographs of Essex buildings and detailed close-ups of architectural details to illustrate … [Read more...] about Essex: The Architectural Heritage
Wright’s Inn
Two early inns from the glory days of Essex still stand... Wright's Inn is one of the town's oldest buildings, its southern portion having been built about 1790 as a tavern and inn. A long, rambling wooden structure at Main Street and Boquet Road (Route 22), it houses Town of … [Read more...] about Wright’s Inn