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Introduction to Goshen, New York
Goshen, New York, in Orange County, is 33 miles N of Wayne, New Jersey and 46 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. There are 5,676 residents in the village.
Goshen History
Goshen was first settled in 1714. It became the county seat of Rockland County in 1798. Goshen was officially incorporated in 1809, and is currently the county seat of the Orange County.
Goshen and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Goshen
The Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame includes a museum and a historic racing track. Opened in 1951, the museum preserves the history of harness racing. General Von Steuben used the Mount Gulian Historic Site to train troops during the American Revolution. Bear Mountain State Park, Orange Blossoms Monument and Wisner Memorial are all accessible from Goshen as well.
Goshen Transportation
Air transportation is available from Stewart International Airport.
Goshen Higher Education
Nearby colleges include Orange County Community College, Rockland Community College and Ramapo College of New Jersey.
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