Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series consists of documentation used as the basis for many council actions and decisions as recorded in the Council
Minutes. It reflects the council's administration of land settlement, economic development, Indian affairs, litigation, and
military affairs. Records include correspondence, reports, petitions, orders, and warrants created by government officials
and by private citizens.
Creator:
Title:
New York Colony Council papers
Quantity:
39.6 cubic feet
Quantity:
144 volume(s)
Inclusive Dates:
1664-1781
Series Number:
A1894
Sponsor:
With support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Grant number ST-03-27-0006-17) and the William Nelson
Cromwell Foundation.