The town of Crawford was initially settled by German, Dutch, Irish, and Scottish families who built mills along the Hudson River tributaries. By the early 1800s, the area was known as the Butter Capital of the World. Nestled along the base of the Shawangu
Author Biography
Fritz G. Meier has lived in or around the town of Crawford for his entire life and has served the community as a local physical therapist. Through images from the Town of Crawford Historical Society, the Pine Bush Area Public Library, and many local residents, Around Crawford preserves the past for future generations to enjoy.
