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Come celebrate history with us.

What's so special about Essex, ny?
Nestled between the banks of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, the Town of Essex is a lovingly preserved taste of Early American history.

Upcoming Events

Check out the following town events and festivals, and come celebrate with us!

Essex Ferry Follies
March 28, 2026
Essex Ferry Follies

Celebrate the reopening of the Essex-Charlotte Ferry by dressing in costume or wearing a fun hat! Sign up to ride the 9:30am ferry from Essex to Charlotte and back on March 28th!

Clean Up Green Up
April 1, 2026
Clean Up Green Up

Help the Town emerge from the winter blues into the beauty of spring by joining us in a month-long litter cleanup project to celebrate Earth Day!

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