Town of
Nassau
History

History

Historical Review of Nassau created for our 200th Anniversary:

On March 31, 2006, the Town of Nassau celebrated in grand style, the 200th anniversary of its founding.  The town was formed from portions of Schodack, Stephentown and Petersburgh on March 31, 1806.  Its original name was Philipstown, in honor of Patroon Philip Van Rensselaer.  The name was changed to Nassau on April 6, 1808.

 

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Contacts:
Town Historian
Susan J. Shields
PO Box 587
Nassau, NY 12123
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