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National Register of Historic Places

Susquehannah Turnpike

Durham’s first place on the National RegisterListed Jan 2, 1974; only 406 of New York’s 6,529 listings are older
Listed 1974Durham
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About Susquehannah Turnpike

Susquehannah Turnpike, at Beginning at Catskill, follows the Mohican Trail (NY 145) and CR 20 and 22 NW to the Schoharie County line, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jan 2, 1974: the first place in Durham to be listed. Only 406 of New York’s 6,529 listings are older. The Register lists it for its transportation, at the local level. The listing covers 200 acres.

What it isHistoric turnpike in New York, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 79 MB · National Archives↗
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Finding Susquehannah Turnpike

Beginning at Catskill, follows the Mohican Trail (NY 145) and CR 20 and 22 NW to the Schoharie County line, Durham

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No other Register listing is within a short walk.

Memories of Susquehannah Turnpike

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Questions about Susquehannah Turnpike

Is Susquehannah Turnpike on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Jan 2, 1974 (Register number 74001241).

Is Susquehannah Turnpike a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; New York has 273 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Pieter Bronck House, 12.1 miles away.

Can you visit Susquehannah Turnpike?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Susquehannah Turnpike?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 79 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 75318055 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.