Established in 1808
Moriah is a town in eastern Essex County, New York, located within the Adirondack Park along Lake Champlain. The town includes the hamlets of Port Henry, Mineville, Moriah Center, and Witherbee, and had a population of 4,716 at the 2020 census.
Moriah’s history is closely tied to iron ore mining, iron production, and shipping, which helped shape the town and its communities over many generations. Today, the town remains a place of strong local identity, public service, and community pride.
This website provides links to the Town of Moriah’s official pages, departments, services, and community information, as well as resources related to the history of Moriah’s distinctive hamlets.
Town News
NY Forward Open House – Wednesday November 4, 2026 – St. Patrick’s Church
NY Forward Open House - November 4, 2026 - St.[...]
Public Hearing – November 19, 2026 – Proposed Local Law #2 – Dog Control
Public Hearing - November 19, 2026 - Proposed Local Law[...]
Public Hearing – November 19, 2026 – Proposed Local Law #1 – Flood Damage Prevention
Public Hearing - November 19, 2026 - Proposed Local Law[...]
CPKC Holiday Train-November 26, 2026
CPKC Holiday Train-November 26, 2026
Iron Center Museum New Hours
The Town of Moriah Iron Center Museum will be open[...]