Village of Philmont

Category: Towns

Philmont was incorporated in 1892. The community was also known as "Factory Hill" due to the number of wool factories.
The area was first settled by the Dutch in the mid-17th century. Like so many other mill towns in the Northeast, Philmont went through a long period of recovery as mills and textile operations moved out of the area. The exodus of manufacturers is the main reason that so much of the architectural heritage of the area still presides.

Today, Philmont is a growing village and is fast becoming a popular destination with its proximity to Hudson, New York City and the Berkshires.