The present building which was erected in 1845, is a handsome wooden structure, surmounted with a neat tower and spire ; the former contains a large bell and clock. In the cemetery adjoining the church are monuments to Capt. Isaac Conklin, who departed this life, January, 13th, 1815, aged 68 years, Zebulon Philips, and Samuel Strang, M. D., and others. There are also inclos ure belonging to the Brown, Bedle and Rundle families, in which numerous interments have been made. This church is in conection with the 2d New York Presbytery.
The following is a list of the pastors and supplies of this church from the year 1800. The Rev. Silas Constant, A. D. ISOO ; Rev. John Manly, Rev. Abraham Purdy, Rev. Andrew Thompson, Rev. Abner Brundage, Rev. John H. Leggett, A. D. lS2'3-7; Rev. Peter Lockwood, Rev. William Marshall, Rev. D. M. HalliJay, present minister.
The Independent Presbyterian congregation in the village of Peekskill was incorporated 29th September, 1813 ; John Lent, John Constant, and Samuel Strang first trustees. a
The new school Presbyterian church of this place was first organized November 17, 1841, by a committee from the North River Presbyter}^
The present church edifice was erected A. D. 1845, and dedicated to the service of God 9th of April, 1845 ; the society was incorporated by its present name July 29th, 1846. The first pastor was the Rev. Daniel Brown. This individual was installed May 4th, 1842. Mr. Brown died on the 8th of November, 1846,