Explore our Historic River Town
The Town of Athens is located at the eastern end of Greene County, and was established on February 25th, 1815. Portions of the Towns of Catskill and Coxsackie were used to form the Town of Athens. The town has since developed a rich heritage with diverse architecture spanning over three centuries.
After the bridge went up in 1935, the need for the ferry was eliminated and it closed in 1947. Athens’ layout and architecture have remained essentially the same since its heyday in the late 19th century. It has more than 300 buildings on national and state historic registers and has the feel of a living museum of American architecture, with examples of many of the predominant styles of the 18th and 19th centuries, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Stick, Second Empire, Folk Victorian and Queen Anne.
The small and friendly community is made up of an eclectic group of artisans, business people, and families who all enjoy the beauty of this historic area and the essence of small town life. To visit the Village of Athens website and learn more about the Village, please click here.
Town of Athens
2 First Street
Athens, NY 12015
518-945-1052
Attorney to the Town Request for Proposals
Seeking: Attorney to the Town / Municipal Legal Services for the Town of Athens, New York
The Town of Athens, Greene County, New York, is seeking proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms to serve as Attorney to the Town. The Town seeks legal counsel experienced in municipal law, land use, zoning, litigation, contracts, labor issues, and general governmental operations.
Click here to learn more: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Assessor's Office Winter Hours
Please note that the Assessor's Winter Hours will go into effect Monday January 26, 2026
Monday 8:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 2:00pm
Thursday 8:00 - 12:00pm
OR
call 518-945-1052 *5
Job Opening: Dog Control Officer
The Town of Athens seeks qualified, experienced & knowledgeable person for Dog Control Officer.
Please forward letters of interest to:
Athens Town Clerk
Town of Athens
2 First street
Athens, NY 12015
Deadline January 20, 2026.
Pizza Nights
The Athens Volunteer Fire Company is once again offering Thursday night pizzas, with free Village delivery.
To learn more click HERE .
America's 250th Birthday Essay Contest
2026 is America's 250th birthday!
The Greene County American Legion has sponsered an essay contest to celebrate the country's special milestone.
Theme: "What Does Being an American Mean to Me?" (300 words or less.)
To learn more click HERE.