Mohawk River Collection

Cohoes Falls on Mohawk River, New York, . Creator: John Rubens Smith
Cohoes Falls on Mohawk River, New York

Profile Rock, 1874. Creator: W. J. Linton
Profile Rock, 1874. Rock formation on the Mohawk River, New York State, USA. But there are witnesses still extant of what the waters did in the remote past; for here is Profile Rock

Cohoes Falls, 1874. Creator: John Karst
Cohoes Falls, 1874. Waterfall on the Mohawk River, New York State, USA. The falls of Cohoes are quite close to the Harmony Mills; and a capital view can be obtained of them

The Mohawk River, 1874. Creator: Unknown
The Mohawk River, 1874. Riverbank and rowing boat on the Mohawk, the largest tributary of the Hudson River, New York State, USA

View of the Canal, at the Little Falls Mohawk River, New York State, 1855. A canal was constructed around the rapids in about 1795

View of Little Falls Mohawk River
Engraved illustration of the Little Falls Mohawk River which is part of the Erie Canal and a horse-drawn carriage on a nearby bridge, circa 1800s. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Mohawk Valley and Mohawk River, United States of America

F. Jacques Milbert (French). Road and Bridge over the Mohawk River, ca. 1830-1840. From Amerique Septentrionale. Lithograph on chine colle. Sheet: 262 mm x 315 mm (10.31 in. x 12.4 in.)

A. Joly (French, active 19th century) after F. Jacques Milbert (French). Falls of the Cohoes, Mohawk River, ca. 1830-1840. From Amerique Septentrionale. Lithograph on chine colle

N. Y. C. R. R. New York Central Railroad at Little Falls, Mohawk Valley, N. Y, Jackson
N.Y.C.R.R. New York Central Railroad at Little Falls, Mohawk Valley, N.Y, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Railroads, Rivers, Valleys, United States, New York (State), Mohawk River, United States

NEW YORK: MOHAWK RIVER. A mill in the valley of the Mohawk River, New York State. Wood engraving, American, 1854

FORT STANWIX. Fort on the Mohawk River at the present site of Rome, New York. Drawing, 18th century

AUDUBON: MERGANSER. Common Merganser, or Goosander (Mergus merganser). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

ERIE CANAL: LITTLE FALLS. Village of Little Falls, New York, showing the Mohawk River and the Erie Canal. Steel engraving, 1839

Plan of Fort Stanwix, built in 1758 on the Mohawk River at the present site of Rome, New York
FORT STANWIX, 1758. Plan of Fort Stanwix, built in 1758 on the Mohawk River at the present site of Rome, New York

The British fort at German Flats on the Mohawk River, Herkimer County, New York. Line engraving, 1756
BRITISH FORT, 1756. The British fort at German Flats on the Mohawk River, Herkimer County, New York. Line engraving, 1756

FORT JOHNSON, c1760. North view of Fort Johnson, on the Mohawk River, New York. Line engraving, English, c1760, after a drawing by Guy Johnson, the son of Governor William Johnson

LITTLE FALLS: RAILROAD. A passenger train traveling through Little Falls, New York, along the Mohawk River. Line engraving by Richard Sands after William Bartlett, 1839

ERIE CANAL: LITTLE FALLS. Village of Little Falls, New York, showing the Mohawk River and the Erie Canal. Wood engraving, 1839

NEW YORK: LITTLE FALLS. Little Falls, New York, on the Mohawk River. Steel engraving, 1839

MAP: UTICA, 1802. Map of Utica, New York, 1802. Contemporary engraving

ERIE CANAL, c1830. The canal at the Little Falls of the Mohawk River. Wood engraving, c1830

Erie Canal along the Mohawk River, New York
Erie Canal and Mohawk Little Falls in the Mohawk Valley, New York, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

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The Mohawk River, flowing through the picturesque state of New York, is a sight to behold. With its stunning natural beauty and historical significance, it captivates all who lay their eyes upon it. One notable landmark along the Mohawk River is Cohoes Falls, a magnificent waterfall that showcases the raw power of nature. As depicted by John Rubens Smith in his creation, this majestic cascade leaves visitors in awe with its thunderous roar and breathtaking views. Another remarkable feature found on the river is Profile Rock. Illustrated by W. J. Linton in 1874, this unique rock formation resembles a human profile carved by time itself. It stands as a testament to the wonders sculpted by Mother Nature over countless years. Cohoes Falls continues to be an inspiration for artists like John Karst, whose depiction captures its grandeur perfectly. The rushing waters create an ethereal mist that adds an air of mystery and enchantment to this already mesmerizing location. As we journey down the river's path, we come across various scenes that showcase both man-made structures and natural landscapes. An unknown artist beautifully portrays The Mohawk River in 1874, capturing its tranquil flow against a backdrop of lush greenery. The Little Falls section of the Mohawk River offers another glimpse into history with its canal system dating back to 1855. This view transports us back in time when canals were vital for transportation and trade throughout New York State. Mohawk Valley stretches alongside the riverbank like a painting brought to life. Filled with rolling hills and fertile farmlands, it epitomizes rural America at its finest. F Jacques Milbert's artwork allows us to appreciate this idyllic landscape from centuries past. Transportation played a crucial role in developing these regions along the riverfronts; A. Joly's rendition after F depicts a road and bridge over the Mohawk River during the early 19th century.