In the early 20th century, a number of stone structures were constructed here by the American Scenic and Historic Preservation Society. After the State purchased the site in 1897, the administration was turned over to the Society and the site opened to the public as a park in 1902. Before automobile travel was common, many visitors arrived at Stony Point by excursion steamer.

Stony Point Battlefield is now a State Historic Site administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and is operated by the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. Thousands of people visit the Battlefield each year to see the site's special events and interpretive programs, enjoy panoramic views of Haverstraw Bay and the Hudson River, and visit the Stony Point lighthouse.

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"? with the greatest Intrepidity and coolness."
"The fort and garrison, with Col. Johnson, are ours."
British Defenses: The Upper Works
"? the enemy entered the upper work at the barrier at the same time I did."
"For God's sake, why is the Artillery here not being made use of?"
Opportunities Missed and Taken
"By the light occasioned by the flash of the gun I could perceive a body of them..."
Capture of Stony Point
The British Occupy Stony Point
Stony Point Battlefield

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