Area Information
History: The town was first settled circa 1811. The Town of Clarendon was created in 1820, before Orleans County was established. It was originally known as "Farwell's Mills," a name derived from one of the first settlers, who arrived in 1810. Clarendon was once noted for its quarries and cement plants.
In late 2006, a stone church was demolished, for unknown reasons, that was built circa 1830 and served the community until 1980 when the church's contents were sold off. The church was a landmark for Clarendon for many years. The present owner of the property where the church once stood has retained the original bell which was manufactured in Troy, New York by the Meneely Bell Company.
The Butterfield Cobblestone House and Clarendon Stone Store are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
other communities located in Clarendon:
– Bennetts Corner. A hamlet east of Clarendon village on NY 31A.
- Honest Hill. A hamlet south of Clarendon village on NY 23
– Manning. A hamlet, also previously known as "West Clarendon" or "Mudville," is located on NY 31A west of Clarendon village.
Resources: Wikipedia
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Magnetic Hills in the United States of America
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