Since and prior to its incorporation in 1788, Clermont has played a significant role in the history of America. Clermont's history includes: home of Robert R. Livingston, negotiator of Louisiana Purchase and a drafter of the Declaration of Independence. Birthplace of Philp Livingston, signer of Dec. of Independence. Home of Edward Livingston, Secretary of State under Jackson. Site of the first public school and one of the first 100 post offices in 1791. Home of the Academy in 1834 and the first agricultural fair in 1819. Home of the first steamboat, "The Clermont," built by Robert Fulton in 1807 and backed by R.R. Livingston.
With pride in Clermont's history and hope and expectation for the future we, the Livingston Manor Grange, established 1905, dedicate this monument July 17, 1976.

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The Academy
First Public School in New York
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Highland Turnpike
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Town of Livingston - 1788

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