Located on the western edge of the sprawling Van Rensselaer patent; the village of Altamont was originally called Knowersville. It first gained prominence as a stopping-off place for early travelers struggling along trails from the Hudson River to the Schoharie Valley. As time passed; roads improved and commerce grew. Once the railroad arrived in 1863; the trip from Albany took just 45 minutes; and travelers quickly embraced the beauty of the Helderberg escarpment. A commercial center; including hotels; shops; and small manufacturers; grew quickly around the new train station; and well-to-do Albanians seeking respite from city heat bought property for summer mansions on the hillside above the village. The Altamont Fair supported local agriculture and brought in visitors from around the world. Altamont reveals the beginnings of this little village under the Helderbergs.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very in depth coverage of every poster from the famous ...By Bump LungVery in depth coverage of every poster from the famous numbered series from 1966-1971. Fills in some gaps the Art of Rock missed. Such as some non numbered mid week handbills ; etc0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent pictorial presentation of ALL of the Fillmore postersBy Richard S. OgleExcellent pictorial presentation of ALL of the Fillmore posters. Wish theyd do the same for the Family Dog posters at the Avalon.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. AMAZING !!!By R.M.There is not enough that can be said about this fantastic book about the art and stories emanating from one of the headquarters from that time and place. Bravo Bill Graham and the Fillmore East and West and all the amazing artists that brought it into the light.
