The Lexington Hotel 01
by James Aiken
Title
The Lexington Hotel 01
Artist
James Aiken
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The Lexington Hotel, originally known as the Monroe House, is situated on the banks of the Schoharie Creek in the town of Lexington in the Catskills area of upstate New York. The three-story resort hotel with accommodations for 50 people was erected in 1878-9 in the Italiante architectural style.
The hotel was constructed by Major James Monroe Van Valkenburgh (1842-1912), prominent citizen and longtime village resident. He was an honored veteran of the Civil War having served in the 80th New York Volunteers and later served as town supervisor and superintendent of highways for several years.
Today, unfortunately, the property is abandoned and suffering from years of neglect. The property is posted with no access permitted, but even with just exterior views only, you can still gain a small appreciation for the grand boarding houses that once dotted the Catskills landscape.
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April 6th, 2021
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