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Tours of the Bull Stone HouseEntry/Object ID
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William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House AssociationScope and Content
Key Historical Events & Anniversaries
Sarah Wells Day (May 19, 2012): A celebration was held to mark the 300th anniversary of Sarah Wells’ arrival in the Hudson Valley.
Historic House Tours (June 18, 2016): The historic house and its Dutch Barn were opened to the public for tours as part of the "I Love NY" Path Through History Weekend.
🏛️ Historical Significance of the Bull Stone House
The Founders: The house and barn were built circa 1722 by William Bull and Sarah Wells, who were among the very first settlers in Orange County.
National Register of Historic Places: The property serves as a living museum and is officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
New World Dutch Barn: It features the only standing example of a New World Dutch Barn remaining in Orange County, located at the corner of Sarah Wells Trail and County Route 51.
Hamptonburgh Cemetery: Wooded walking paths on the property lead to the historic Hamptonburgh Cemetery, where many members of the founding Bull family are buried.