Old Chatham, New York



Old Chatham is a hamlet in the northeastern quadrant of the town of Chatham, located in Columbia County, New York, United States. It is one of the earliest settlements in the town and was originally named Chatham.

The center of Old Chatham is marked by a few businesses around the intersection of the Albany Turnpike and County Rt. 13. These businesses include the United States Post Office for area code 12136, the Old Chatham Country Store (which includes a cafe/restaurant), and Jackson's Old Chatham House (another restaurant). The Old Chatham Sheepherding Company is also located in Old Chatham. The Wilbor House, also known as The Thompson Farm, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. Old Chatham is also the headquarters of Blass Communications. The town hosts a parade and sing-along that attracts over 1,000 people annually.

Businesses and attractions

 * Blass Communications - Worldwide Branding & Marketing Communications
 * Old Chatham Sheepherding Company
 * Shaker Museum and Library
 * Old Chatham Country Store
 * Powell House - Quaker conference and retreat center

Organizations and activities

 * Old Chatham Hunt Club
 * Old Chatham Quakers