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An historic Adirondack shipbuilding port, the Town of Essex boasts one of the most intact collections of Federal and Greek Revival architecture in rural America. Founded in the 18th century, the entire hamlet was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.

Appealing boutiques, a wellness center, art galleries, and a 200-year-old, superbly renovated inn are just a few of the places to explore along the main street. 

Here you can hop aboard a Lake Champlain Transportation Company ferry for an “on the water experience,” grab a bite to eat overlooking the lake, or relax in Begg’s Park while watching graceful boat traffic upon the water.

With a strong history in agriculture, today this community has several CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) that supply locally grown products to residents, visitors, and restaurants.

The Whallonsburg Grange hosts a wide variety of programs and entertainment, including the newly refurbished Whitcomb's Garage which features artisan shops and much more. Routine features are presented by the Champlain Valley Film Society. Performances by the Essex Theatre Company and diverse concerts can be enjoyed throughout the season. 

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Legendary Places

The Old Dock Restaurant (Seasonal)
Essex
2752 Essex Road, Essex | (518) 963-4232
The Old Dock House was erected by Henry and H.D. Ross after the war of 1812. Henry and H.D. were the grandsons of William Gilliland, who before the Revolutionary War, founded the villages of Essex, Willsboro, Elizabethtown, and Westport. The hand...
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Dining
Family Dining, Pubs / Taverns
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Whitcomb's in Whallonsburg
Essex
1610 NYS Route 22, Essex | (518) 412-2056
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Shopping
Arts and Crafts
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The Whallonsburg Grange
Essex
1610 NYS Rte 22, Essex | (518) 963-7777
The historic home of Whallonsburgh Patrons of Husbandry #954, the Whallonsburg Grange Hall, built in 1915, has been restored and reclaimed as a vibrant year-round community center for music, movies, theater, lectures, classes and family events. The...
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Arts and Culture
Attractions, Arts and Culture, Galleries and Visual Arts, Music, Theater and Film, Meetings / Event Services, Venues, Non Profit Organizations
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