| New York, Irondequoit — Irondequoit Bay Historic New York |
| | From Irondequoit Bay, Indian trails led southward to Seneca villages and on to the Ohio country. LaSalle abd French missionaries arrived in 1669. In 1687, Marquis de Denonville, governor of New France, landed with soldiers and Indian allies to subdue the Iroquois. The expedition devastated Seneca villages but had no permanent effect. The French in 1717 established Fort des Sables, and in 1721 the English built Fort Schuyler to keep watch over their rivals. During the French and Indian War and . . . — Map (db m65238) HM |
| New York, Queens — Fort Totten Park 59.5 acres |
| | History This park takes its name from the Civil War era fortress on the property. Originally referred to by its location on Willets Point, the Army officially named it for General Joseph Totten (1788-1864), following his demise in the Battle of the Wilderness, in Virginia. Although Robert E. Lee, it is believed, prepared the forts plans in 1857, construction did not begin until 1862. Built at the mouth of the Long Island Sound, across from its counterpart Fort Schuyler, the . . . — Map (db m65125) HM |
| New York, Queens — Fort Totten Park 59.5 acres |
| | History This park takes its name from the Civil War era fortress on the property. Originally referred to by its location on Willets Point, the Army officially named it for General Joseph Totten (1788-1864), following his demise in the Battle of the Wilderness, in Virginia. Although Robert E. Lee, it is believed, prepared the forts plans in 1857, construction did not begin until 1862. Built at the mouth of the Long Island Sound, across from its counterpart Fort Schuyler, the . . . — Map (db m65126) HM |
| New York, Queens — Main Magazine of Fort Totten |
| | Within the northeast corner of the Fort Totten Water Battery lies the “Main Magazine”. The Main Magazine consists of three vaulted rooms. The two larger rooms, numbers two and three, were used to store gun powder, while room number one was used to fill packets for cannons. Construction for the foundation of the Main Magazine began 1868 and was completed in 1873. Upon completion, the Main Magazine was covered with earth. The Main Magazine is constructed of re-enforced concrete and . . . — Map (db m65129) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — 1624-1924 |
| |
In commemoration of the three hundredth anniversary of the founding in 1624 of the first permanent settlement of Albany, then known as Fort Orange, near the site of Fort Nassau built in 1614 and abandoned in 1617. With the establishment of Rensselaerswyck in 1630, Fort Orange became the trading center of the colony and was called the Fuyck. Subsequently the name of the village was changed to Beverwyck, 1652 - Albany, 1664 - Willemstadt, 1673 - Albany, 1674
Erected b y the Albany . . . — Map (db m64993) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — 200th Anniversary of Albany Charter |
| | Tablet commemorating the
Two Hundredth Anniversary
of
Albany
As a chartered city
Settled about 1624:
Charter Granted by Gov. Dongan:
July 22 1606:
State Legislature Held Here Permanently Since 1797:
Early Names Of The City:
Fort Orange: Beverwyck: Wilemstadt:
First City Hall Erected Near Fort Orange About 1686. Second One North East Coner Broadway and Hudson
St. About 1705: Third One On This Site 1829: Burned 1880
Fourth On Present Building Erected 1883:
. . . — Map (db m5560) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — 200th Anniversary of the Birth of George Washington |
| |
By his faith in God and man he built our nation
Erected in 1932 by the
New York State Commission
for the celebration of the
two hundredth anniversary of the birth of
George Washington
Hon. Franklin D. Roosevelt, Governor
Hon. Herbert H. Lehman, Lieutenant Governor
Hon. Frank P. Graves, Commissioner of Education
Charles J. Tobin, Chairman Albany, N.Y.
Arthur H. Wicks, Vice - Chairman Kingston, N.Y. — Map (db m8126) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Academy Park |
| | Established in 1882, a hill on the site required the removal of 10,000 loads of sand and clay filling a gully on the north side of Elk Street where present houses were built.
Albany 300 - 1686-1986 - Still making History
Erected by Albany Tricentennial Committee 1986 — Map (db m64997) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Albany - Capital of New York 200 Years |
| | In Honor of the 200th Anniversary of the
1797 City of Albany 1997
Serving as the Capital City of the State of New York
For twenty years, after the establishment of the State of new York in 1777, the State Legislature moved annually among New York City, Poughkeepsie, Kingston and Albany for its meetings. As the upstate population grew, its elected representatives lobbied to establish a permanent state capital in a central . . . — Map (db m5540) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Albany Pump Station |
| | The original Quackenbush pumping sta.
engines pumped water from
Hudson River to reservoirs until
Dec. 1932. In Charge of Construction:
I.C. Chesbrough. Engineer; J.H. Mars,
Engineer For Pump Engine Constr.
1874
Designated as an Albany Historic Site
by
Common Council Jan. 15, 1981 — Map (db m4190) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Birthplace of Modern Electricity |
| |
Here discovering magnetic
induction, Joseph Henry
pioneered the telegraph
and electric motor, 1829 - 31
— Map (db m50211) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Bleecker Park |
| |
In 1835 the City appropriated $1,000 and citizens raised a fund to enclose it within an iron fence. A fountain, the first in the city, dedicated in 1863.
Albany 300 - 1686-1986 - Still making History
Erected by Albany Tricentennial Committee 1986 — Map (db m65000) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — City Hall Carillon |
| |
Initiated by William Gorham Rice. Completed in 1927. Restored in 1986 celebrating Albany's Tricentennial of the Dongan Charter through the generous contributions of the citizens of Albany.
Albany 300 - 1686-1986 - Still making History
Erected by Albany Tricentennial Committee 1986 — Map (db m64992) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Court of Appeals |
| |
Highest tribunal in New York State
This building erected 1842
State Education Department 1940 — Map (db m64995) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — First Railroad |
| |
Near Here
Mohawk and Hudson
First Railroad
Chartered in this County,
1826, Began its Run Albany
to Schenectady.
— Map (db m36635) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Fort Frederick |
| | Fort Frederick Governor Edmund Andros Made an Inspection in Albany in 1676 and Found Fort Orange, Located Near the Foot of Madison Avenue in Poor Condition. He Ordered a New Fort Constructed at a Site in the Center of State Street Just West of Lodge Street. After Being Reconstructed Several Times, the Fort Was Removed Following the Revolution in 1784. — Map (db m5248) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Fort Frederick |
| | In the Middle of this Street To the East Stood Fort Frederick Goal of Burgoyne's Drive to Split the Colonies - 1777 — Map (db m5280) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Fort Frederick |
| | Facing The River On an Eminence in This Broad Street Opposite St Peters Church Stood Fort Frederick. Built About 1676, Removed 1789 Gallows Hill to the South Fort Burial Ground to the North. — Map (db m5405) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — NY-21 — Gen. Henry Knox Trail |
| |
Through this Place Passed
Gen. Henry Knox
In the Winter of 1775 - 1776
To Deliver To
Gen. George Washington
At Cambridge
The Train of Artillery
From Fort Ticonderoga
Used to Force the British
Army to Evacuate Boston
Erected by
The State of New York
During the Sesquicentennial
of the American Revolution
— Map (db m23717) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Glenn Curtiss Flight |
| |
From This Ground
Glenn Curtiss
Began The First Long
Distance Airplane Flight
Albany To New York
May 29, 1910.
— Map (db m13308) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Herman Melville |
| |
Author of "Moby Dick"
Studied and Worked During
Formative Years in Albany
1830 - 1838. Family Home at
3 Clinton Square 1834-1838
— Map (db m32335) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Joseph Henry Pathfinder in Science |
| | Joseph Henry
Pathfinder in Science
Born in Albany
1797
Died in Washington
1878
[Left Panel]:
I arranged around one of the upper rooms in the Albany Academy a wire of more than a mile in length throvgh which I was enabled to make signals by sounding a bell.
Joseph Henry
This experiment was made in 1838 while he was a teacher in the academy
[Right Panel]:
He discovered self induction and his contributions to . . . — Map (db m11749) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Kilian Van Rensselaer |
| | Kilian Van Rensselaer
the Progenitor
of the Van Rensselaer family in America. A merchant of Amsterdam Holland, the original proprietor and first patroon of the Manor of Rensselaerwyck, under a grant from the Dutch government in 1629. In following years he bought from the Indians lands lying on both sides of the Hudson from Baeren Island to Cohoes Falls and established settlement.
Bicentennial Tablet 1886. — Map (db m64994) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — LaFayette Park |
| |
Named in honor of the Marquis de LaFayette who commanded troops at Albany in 1778. Returned here in 1784 on his way to Fort Schuyler was entertained by the State of New York and the City of Albany during his visits in 1824-1825. — Map (db m64999) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Lincoln in Albany |
| | "I hold myself without mock modesty, the humblest of all individuals that have ever been elevated to the Presidency....You have generously tendered me the united support of the great Empire State." - Abraham Lincoln speaking to the New York Legislature on February 18, 1861.
President-elect Abraham Lincoln was greeted by a large, boisterous crowd on February 18, 1861, as he stopped in Albany on his way to his inauguration in Washington, D.C.
In his speech at the old State House, the . . . — Map (db m5191) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Lincoln Mourned |
| | "The face had an expression of absolute content, of relief, at throwing off a burden such as few men have been called upon to bear --- a burden which few men could have borne." - Recollections of New York Secretary of State Chauncey M. Depew.
President Abraham Lincoln's funeral train arrived in Albany, N.Y. on April 25, 1865. Lincoln laid in state at the old State House where mourners passed by for about 12 hours the next day. It is estimated that 50,000 people stood in line to pay their . . . — Map (db m5192) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — New York State Office Building |
| |
New York State
Office Building
Cornerstone Laid By
Gov. Alfred E. Smith, 1928.
— Map (db m8024) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — NSDAR Revolutionary Soldiers Memorial |
| | The New York State Organization National Society Daughters of the American Revolution honors the courage and valor of more than 41,000 patriot troops in the line. The levies and the militia from New York Colony and State who left their homes and families and mustered to the sound of fife and drum supporting the cause of liberty in the American Revolution
1775-1783
This monument placed by The New York State Organization NSDAR September 2008
Gretta Archer, New York State Regent — Map (db m64998) WM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Phase 1 New York City 1993-1997 |
| | When the USS Slater returned from Greece to dock at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City on August 27, 1993, the state of the ship was appalling.
The first goal was to survey the condition of the ship and develop a plan of action. Based on its condition upon arrival, a restoration target date of June 1, 1945 was established. A survey was made of each compartment and all of the items necessary to restore the ship were listed. The corroded exterior, Greek alterations and nearly . . . — Map (db m49646) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Phase 2 Albany 1997 - 2001 |
| | In 1997, the management at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum made the decision to downsize and the SLATER was asked to find a new home. The ship was towed to Albany and arrived on October 27, 1997 to a crowd of well wishers. Here, a new group of volunteers took over and built upon the work begun in Manhattan.
Once the ship arrived in Albany, the most urgent need was to get it open to visitors as quickly as possible. A restoration philosophy was established which put bring the ship to an . . . — Map (db m49645) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Phase 3 Albany 2002 - Present |
| | The whole painstaking process of restoring the ship, acquiring the parts and installing the refurbished gear, has been driven by volunteers and would have never been possible without these dedicated individuals. The SLATER's wooden whale boat has been restored to pristine condition, one of the last operational examples of 26,000 such boats produced. The major accomplishment in 2007 was the acquisition and installation of the SL surface search radar equipment including the operator's console in . . . — Map (db m49644) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Schuyler Mansion |
| |
1½ Miles
Schuyler Mansion
Home of General Philip Schuyler.
Residence of Alexander Hamilton
in 1781 and 1795.
— Map (db m58880) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Schuyler Mansion |
| | . . . — Map (db m58881) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Schuyler Mansion |
| |
The
Schuyler Mansion
Erected 1762
The Home of
Major General Philip Schuyler
of the American Revolution
Patriot * Soldier * Statesman
* 1733 1804*
Acquired by the State of New York 1911
Restored and Dedicated
October 17, 1917
— Map (db m58882) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site |
| | Major General Philip Schuyler commanded the Northern Department of the Continental Army until August 1777. After the Battles of Saratoga, British General Burgoyne stayed here as a prisoner-guest.
Revolutionary Heritage Trail — Map (db m58883) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Site of 1 Elk St. |
| |
Residence for NYS Governors Enos Throop - 1830-2, Washington Hunt - 1850-2, Horatio Seymour - 1852-4 and Mayor J. Stevenson - 1826-8
New York State Bar Association — Map (db m64996) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Site of Main Entrance to Old Capitol Erected 1806 |
| | Gen. Lafayette was received here 1824
The remains of President Lincoln and many other prominent men, lay in state here. The State Library was adjoining and with Capitol, demolished 1883. Fronting on this park stood Congress Hall, famous for its distinguished guests. Daniel Webster addressed citizens from its steps 1844
Bi-Centennial Tablet 1886 — Map (db m64990) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Site of Martin Van Buren Residence |
| | Martin Van Buren
1782 - 1862
resided at 92 State Street
on this site
while serving as 9th Governor of
the State of New York 1828 - 1829
He is famed for his distinguished career as boy-lawyer, surrogate, judge, state senator, Attorney General, United States Senator, Governor Of New York State, Secretary of State under President Andrew Jackson, Vice-President and later 8th President Of the United States, 1837 - 1841 — Map (db m5439) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — Site of New York Central Railroad Erector Shop |
| |
Site Of
The New York Central
Railroad erector shop where
Engine 999 was built in 1893.
'999' was the first creation
of man in the history of time
to Travel 100 Miles per Hour
— Map (db m32251) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — The Battle of Henry Johnson |
| |
[Top Panel]
The Battle of Henry Johnson
First American Awarded
Croix De Guerre
with
Gold Palm
For
Valor
[Center Panel]
In Memory of Sergeant Henry Lincoln Johnson Albany, New York for uncommon valor in combat against an armed enemy May 14th, 1918 while serving with Company C 369th Infantry Regiment part of U. S. Expeditionary Forces during World War I Assigned to the Fourth French Army Awarded the Croix De Guerre by France Dedicated this 11th day of . . . — Map (db m42675) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — The Erie Canal / Albany Basin |
| | The Erie Canal.
This site marks the east
end of the canal, opened in
1825. It carried products
and people between the
Hudson River and Lake Erie
Albany Basin.
For nearly 100 years boats
entered the Erie Canal at
nearby Lock 1, bringing
work, tradition and fame
to the States capital. — Map (db m5174) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — The Four Immortal Chaplains |
| | George L. Fox, Methodist minister
Alexander D. Goode, Jewish Rabbi
Clark V. Polling, Dutch Reformed Minister
John P. Washington, Catholic Priest
During the early morning hours of February 3, 1943 the USAT Dorchester was part of a convoy of six ships heading for Greenland when an enemy U-boat attacked, firing a torpedo into the ship's midsection. The Dorchester quickly began taking on water, and the order was given to abandon ship. Four Army chaplains worked to pass out life vests until all . . . — Map (db m64989) HM WM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — The Kings Highway |
| | First road to Schenectady began near west gate of Albany Stockade
P.B.H.P.P. — Map (db m64991) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Albany — U.S.S. Slater (DE-766) |
| | Time: The Second World War, 1942
During the “dark days” of 1940, after the German conquest of France and prior to the U.S. involvement in World War II, England stood alone against the threat of Nazi world domination. An island nation, England was totally dependent upon ships to bring here the food and supplies she needed to defend herself. The Nazis used their U-Boats to sink those ships in an attempt to strangle England by sea. The United States supplied England during . . . — Map (db m18188) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Altamont — Altamont |
| |
Incorporated as a village
1890. Officers; President
Hiram Griggs; Trustees
Smith Philley, Jesse
Crounse. Henry A. Wilbur
— Map (db m49530) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Altamont — Family Cemetery |
| | Family Cemetery Of
Early Pioneer Jurrian Severson
Grave of John J. Vanaernam
Ensign, Revolutionary War
Born 1730 - Died 1814 — Map (db m44022) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Altamont — Inn of George Severson |
| |
Old Schoharie Road
Built at close of Revolution
First Post Office of
West Guilderland as
this place was then called
— Map (db m49847) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Altamont — John Groot |
| | Farm and
Burial Place
John Groot
Officer 3d Regiment
Albany County Militia
War of Revolution — Map (db m43885) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Altamont — Old Plank Road |
| |
Schoharie to Albany
Followed this Route
Chartered 1849
Abandoned 1867
— Map (db m44861) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Altamont — Severson House |
| |
Built by Early Settler
Jurrian Severson
Located on Map of West Manor
Rensselaerswych, 1767
— Map (db m44897) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — Ax Factory |
| |
Established by Daniel
Simmons in 1825. Said to be
the first factory in the
United States to make
axes from cast steel
— Map (db m62839) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — Cheese Factory |
| |
First in Town of Berne
Built in 1878 and Made
495 Pounds in a Single Day
— Map (db m57477) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — East Berne |
| |
Formerly Called
Werner's Mills
And Philadelphia
— Map (db m50538) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — Johannes Dietz |
| | Near this spot in September 1781 Johannes Dietz and seven members of his family were massacred by Tories and Indians. — Map (db m30756) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — Mill Site |
| |
For Carding and Fulling
Mill Built at an Early
Date by Malachi Whipple
William H. Ball
And Lyman Dwight
— Map (db m57478) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — Reformed Dutch Church |
| |
Organized 1763. First
Pastor Johannes Schuyler
1767. Oldest Church in
County outside of Albany
— Map (db m50191) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Berne — Schools |
| |
In 1812 there were 21
school districts in Town
of Berne and 30 the next
year. In 1816 there were
1710 pupils in school
— Map (db m62840) HM |
| New York (Albany County), City of Albany — The Elms Home of Verplank Colvin |
| | Surveyor of the Adirondack wilderness and state lands from 1872 to 1900.
Champion of the N.Y. Forest Preserve — Map (db m15237) HM |
| New York (Albany County), City of Cohoes — Juncta |
| | Junction of the Original
Erie and Champlain Canals
First Settlement and Name
of Cohoes. Site of the
First Post Office. — Map (db m6161) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — A Park Named Craner * Cohoes Recalls a Hero Cohoes Remembers Vets Craner Park Cohoes, NY Saturday, May 20, 2006 |
| | Robert Craner was born in 1933 to Grace and Alfred Craner and grew up at 27 Church Street in the "Orchard" section of Cohoes. He graduated from the local Catholic Central High School in 1950 and enlisted in the Air Force at the age of 19. Craner decided he would be a pilot when he first flew at the age of 5. He found great satisfaction in military service and felt fortunate that he was able to pursue his life's ambition and love of flying.
Craner worked his way up through the ranks, receiving . . . — Map (db m40821) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Camp Van Schaick |
| | Continental Army, Northern
Department under command
General Philip Schuyler
General Horatio Gates
Aug. 15 - Sept. 8, 1777 — Map (db m7665) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Camp Van Schaick |
| | Encampment of the Northern
Department Continental Army
August 9-September 8-1777
from this place August 9-1777
Gen. Ebenezer Learned
with his Massachusetts Brigade
marched to relieve
Fort Stanwix — Map (db m7666) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Cohoes City Hall |
| | Designed by Architect J.C. Holland and constructed in 1895, this Romanesque Revival building is the center of Cohoes Government. The limestone structure was the first building in the city constructed with public funds. — Map (db m40988) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Cohoes Mastodon |
| |
Site of
Cohoes
Mastodon
Found September 1866
Now in N. Y. State Museum
— Map (db m40818) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Egberts & Bailey Mill |
| | First building erected for the
manufacture of knit goods by
power in America, 1836. First
power knitting machinery
applied in Cohoes, 1832 — Map (db m11392) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — First Power Mill for the Manufacture of Knit Fabrics |
| |
First Power Mill
- for the -
Manufacture of Knit Fabrics
————————
Erected in 1843, By Egberts & Bailey
Inventors of the Power Knitting
Machine in 1832.
· · · · ·
Hand operated knitting machines were
invented by Rev. William Lee of England
in 1589 and were condemned by Queen
Elizabeth and the British Parliament.
Constant attempts to apply power to
these machines failed until the . . . — Map (db m11350) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Horace B. Silliman His Life and Legacy |
| | Horace Brinsmade Silliman was born in 1825. He was educated in Albany Academy, graduated from Union College in 1846 ( a member of Phi Beta Kappa) and later received honorary degrees from Union and Hamilton Colleges.
Silliman first became a druggist, opening a shop on Remsen Street in Cohoes. In 1849, Silliman and Stephen C. Miller established a newspaper, the Cohoes Cataract, for which Silliman was publisher until 1851. Silliman amassed a large fortune in the mill supplies business . . . — Map (db m41361) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Misty 17 |
| | "Misty" was the call sign used by the F-110F Fast Forward Air Controllers (Fast Fac's) during the Vietnam War. There were 155 pilots officially assigned to fly missions over North Vietnam from June 15, 1967 to May 19, 1970. 21 other attached pilots flew occasional missions. There were also Intelligence Officers, Flight Surgeons, and Maintenance Officers assigned. It was a small, tight knit group of people given a difficult task in a terrible war.
Misty began with 16 pilots and four aircraft . . . — Map (db m40826) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Sightseeing / Cataract House, Cohoes Falls, N.Y. |
| | Sightseeing
Dutch visitors left the first written accounts of the Great Falls of the Mohawk River at Cohoes during the 1640s. Generations of sightseers, poets, and artists followed to look at the falls, hear their roar, and feel the spray.
The Cataract House opened above Cohoes Falls in 1860. Rebuilt and enlarged after a fire, it was operated by William Gwynn from 1867 until 1912. It burned to the ground soon after that.
Cataract House, Cohoes Falls. N. Y.
The Attractions. . . . — Map (db m11612) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — The Cohoes Mastodont |
| | The Cohoes Mastodont was discovered during the excavation for Harmony Mill #3 in 1866. The mill is sometimes referred to as the "Mastodon Mill" for this reason. When all the bones were recovered, they were kept at the Harmony Mills Office on exhibit, where they were seen by hundreds of people. The discovery was a nationwide sensation, generating considerable press coverage and controversy. In 1867, the skeleton was transferred to state ownership and exhibited in the State Cabinet of Natural . . . — Map (db m41622) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — The Erie Canal Power Canal Park | Cohoes NY |
| | The Erie Canal flowed through Cohoes along two distinct paths during the 19th century. The first phase, 1825-1841, is commonly referred to as "Clinton's Ditch" after New York Governor DeWitt Clinton, who was the foremost advocate for construction of the canal. This canal flowed through the site on which you are standing. From 1842 to early 20th century, the enlarged Erie Canal flowed along a route slightly to the west of this site (uphill from where you are standing). The Erie Canal traversed . . . — Map (db m42224) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — The Matton Shipyard |
| | The Matton Shipyard
John E. Matton built his shipyard here on Van Schaick Island in 1916, shortly after the new Barge Canal opened. Besides building barges and tugboats, the shipyard serviced and repaired the boats that travelled both the Erie and Champlain canals. During World War II, the shipyard worked round-the-clock building submarine chasers for the Navy and tugboats for the Army. The fenced-in configuration of the shipyard today reflects those hectic years. The Mattons . . . — Map (db m48282) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Van Schaick Burial Plot |
| |
First Settlers of Cohoes
And Owners of Half Moon
Patent Buried Here
— Map (db m7249) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Van Schaick Island |
| | Military encampment 1777 Here, in the days leading up to the Battles of Saratoga, 5,000 – 8,000 Continental soldiers were garrisoned. — Map (db m37454) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Van Schaick Mansion |
| | 1735 - 1927
Van Schaick Mansion
Home Of
John G. Van Schaick
and his Wife Anna Patriot Americans
Built by Anthony Van Schaick
Son of Goosen Gerritsen original patentee
Headquarters
August 18-September 8-1777
Northern Department Continental Army
General Philip Schuyler
General Horatio Gates
Here was planned the Saratoga Campaign
And here August 19-1777
General Gates assumed command
From this place August 15-1777
General Benedict Arnold and his force . . . — Map (db m7250) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Van Schaick Mansion |
| | In 1777, this mansion was the headquarters for the Northern Department of the Continental Army, and the site where the victorious Saratoga Campaign was planned. Revolutionary War Heritage Trail — Map (db m37455) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Cohoes — Van Schaick Mansion Revolutionary War Heritage Trail |
| | The plans for the Battle of Saratoga were drawn up in this house in the summer of 1777, when the American Army was headquartered here. That April General Philip Schuyler and 5,000 troops retreated from Fort Edward in advance of Burgoynes superior forces. They camped in the fields surrounding the Van Schaick Mansion, with additional encampments built on Peebles Island to the north. From August 22-25, the house served as the New York State Capitol while Governor George Clinton and the American . . . — Map (db m37457) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — Boght Church |
| |
Site of the Reformed Dutch
Church of the Boght
1st Church North of Albany
Organized by the Classis
Of Albany, Feb. 22, 1784
— Map (db m24730) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — Dalessondro Boulevard |
| | In December of 1944, near Kalterherberg, Germany Technical Sergeant Peter J. Dalessondro of the 9th Infantry Division, at great personal risk, intrepidly fought against overwhelming enemy attack to save his company from defeat. His singlehanded efforts earned him the Congressional Medal of Honor. Captured by the Germans and imprisoned for six months, Sgt. Dalessondro returned to the Capitol District a hero and continued to serve his county and community as a six term member of the New York State Senate. — Map (db m21881) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — NY-19 — Gen. Henry Knox Trail |
| |
Through this Place Passed
Gen. Henry Knox
In the Winter of 1775 - 1776
To Deliver To
Gen. George Washington
At Cambridge
The Train of Artillery
From Fort Ticonderoga
Used to Force the British
Army to Evacuate Boston
Erected by
The State of New York
During the Sesquicentennial
of the American Revolution
— Map (db m23749) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — Loudoun Ferry Road |
| |
1755 Constructed as Military Road from
Albany to Lake George by Provincial
Troops from New York, New England
and New Jersey under command of
Major General William Johnson
———
Named in honor of Major General
John Campbell, 4th Earl of Loudoun.
Commander in Chief of His Majesty's
Forces in America, French and Indian War
———
1776 General Henry Knox's Train
of Artillery crossed here
to aid General George Washington
in the . . . — Map (db m24514) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — Maplewood Historic Park |
| | Site of Erie Canal lock &
former Weighlock Bldg.1850-1915
located near "The Juncta" of old
Erie and Champlain Canals — Map (db m40996) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — Shaker Cemetery |
| | First burials occurred on
this historic site in 1787-
Mother Ann Lee and early leaders
reburied here later — Map (db m41150) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — Shaker Church Family Barn |
| | Built in 1916 on the site of the original barn which had been destroyed by fire — Map (db m40593) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — The Boght |
| |
The Boght
Settled On and After
1704 By The
Vischer Weaver Witbeck
Lansing Powell Runkle
Dunsbach Lieverse Staats
Roff Godfrey Van O Linde
Groesbeck Van Vranken Fero
Van De Mark Van Denburgh
Johnson Pollock Storms
Fonda and Clute Families
The Boght was part of the
Van O Linde Grant of Land
Given by the Mohawk Indinans
1667 to Hilletje Van Olinde
Interpertress
Of the Province
The Highway In Front Is The
Old Manor Road Northern
Boundary Line of The . . . — Map (db m24731) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — The Erie Canal |
| | For nearly a century, canal boats were pulled by mules and horse over this portion of New York State's famed Erie Canal.
One of the slowest and most crowded parts of the waterway started to the north of the Flatts at Maplewood. Here Began the Tortuous series of 21 locks that raised the canal up to the Mohawk Valley and around the 70 foot cliffs of the Cohoes Falls. Situated between this traffic to the north and Albany's busy lumber district to the south, the stretch of the Erie Canal through . . . — Map (db m14742) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Colonie — The Weighlock Building 1850-1915 |
| | This Greek-revival building was one of several weigh stations along the Canal used to levy the tolls for barges carrying merchandise and farm goods.
Until 1850 freight cargoes were measured by the displacement theory, but this hydraulic type worked with scales rather than displacement. After a boat entered the lock and came to rest on a wooden cradle, certain rods transferred the weight along a series of levers to the beam of the scales inside the Weighlock building. The Weigh Master moved . . . — Map (db m40999) HM |
| New York (Albany County), East Berne — Anti-Rent Riots |
| | More Leased Land in Berne than any other Town in Albany County Led to Serious Outbreaks After 1840 — Map (db m50489) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Glenmont — This is the Capital District Historic New York |
| | The Capital District has long been important as a trading post, military objective and governmental center. Located near the juncture of the Hudson and Mohawk rivers, Albany has been the “crossroads” of the northeast since colonial times. The Albany Congress of 1754 was the first major attempt to unite the thirteen original colonies. The areas strategic importance was proven by the successive attempts of the French and English to capture it during the colonial and . . . — Map (db m56854) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Battle of Normanskill |
| |
Fought north of the creek
Schenectady Militia with
40 Rhode Island troops
dispersed large group of
Tories on August 11, 1777
— Map (db m49379) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Captain Jacob Van Aernam |
| | Captain Jacob Van Aernam
1732 - 1813
Revolutionary hero buried here
Courageous always he fought for
his beloved Country's independence — Map (db m44031) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Dr F. Crounse |
| |
Built this house, 1833
First physician at
West Guilderland (Altamont)
Practiced here sixty years
— Map (db m49844) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Farm of Evert Bancker |
| |
Third Mayor of Albany, 1695
Indian Commissioner, 1696
Master Chancery, 1705
Died Here, 1734
— Map (db m50126) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — First Lutheran Church |
| |
On this spot stood the
First Lutheran Church
in Town of Guilderland
1787. Rev. Heinrich Moeller
first regular pastor
— Map (db m48961) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — First Meeting |
| |
of Town of Guilderland
held April 5, 1803 in this
house at that time a
tavern conducted
by Hendrick Apple
— Map (db m49845) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Frederick Crounse |
| | Farm of Frederick Crounse
Officer 3D Albany Co. Militia in Revolution. Carried food to Army Battle of Saratoga.
Buried Here
— Map (db m48377) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — French's Hollow |
| |
Site of a Sawmill; Clothe Wks
of Peter K. Broeck 1795;
Factory of Abel French and
Tavern of Jacob Aker 1800
— Map (db m65413) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — George Wagner |
| |
Home of
George Wagner
Lieutenant in the
American Revolution
— Map (db m63346) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Glass Works |
| |
Begun 1785 by Leonard De
Neuville. Known as Albany
Glass House, later Hamilton
Glass Wks. Made bottles &
window glass. Closed 1815
— Map (db m50620) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Hamilton Glass House |
| |
Near this Spot Stood the
Hamilton Glass House
Named for
Alexander Hamilton
Known also as Albany Glass Works
Founded about 1786 Abandoned 1815
This Marker Placed by
Tawasentha Chapter D.A.R
and The State of New York 1927
— Map (db m45518) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Inn of Jacob Crounse |
| |
Built 1833. Midway tavern
where horses were changed on
Schoharie-Albany
Stage Coach Route
— Map (db m49512) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Jacob Van Aernam |
| |
Jacob Van Aernam
1723 - 1813
Capt. 3rd Albany Regiment
Leader of Patriot forces
in the Helderberg region
during American Revolution
Lived on farm here — Map (db m44020) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Knower House |
| |
Est. as hat factory about 1800
by Benjamin Knower
Gov. William L. Marcy
Married Cornelia Knower
in this house
— Map (db m49446) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Locust Vale School |
| |
Locust Vale School
New Scotland School
District No. 11. Built about
1827 and closed 1939. Moved
to Meadowdale from Tygert
Road During the 1940's.
— Map (db m48608) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Palatine Road |
| |
c. 1712
First Road West By
German Refugees To
Schoharie Valley
— Map (db m49555) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland — Schoolcraft House |
| |
Built Circa 1840
By John L. Schoolcraft
U.S. Congressman 1848-1852
Albany Banker and Whig Leader
Delegate to the 1860
National Convention
— Map (db m65410) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland Center — Freeman House |
| |
Said to have been
erected 1734
later the home of
Barent Mynderse, Lieut.
in War of Revolution
— Map (db m49721) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Guilderland Center — House Built 1802 |
| |
By Nicholas V. Mynderse
sold to Michael Frederick
who ran it as a tavern
for many years
— Map (db m49720) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Dutch Barn |
| |
Built Circa 1800 For
Palatine German Settler
Jacob Sholtes 1761-1852 By
Grandson Jacob 1817-1891
— Map (db m62841) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Knieskem Farm |
| |
Settled by Hendrick
Knieskem about 1750
— Map (db m54208) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Knox School #5 |
| |
Knox School District #5 was
formed in 1822. This school
was built in 1898, restored
by Kiwanis, & placed on the
National Register in 2005.
— Map (db m52395) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Knoxville Academy |
| |
Incorporated 1837 Chartered
Regents 1842-1869 Faced
Military Training Ground 1776
— Map (db m58862) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Sand Farm |
| |
Sand Farm
Settled by
Christian Zandt
in 1787
— Map (db m57937) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Town of Knox |
| |
Established Feb. 22, 1822
Formed from Town of Berne
Pillbox capital 1806-1906
First Town Supervisor was
Malachi Whipple
— Map (db m49450) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Knox — Whipple Farm |
| |
Settled by Malachi
Whipple of Conn. about
1793. In 1820 farm
won premium as model
farm in Albany County
— Map (db m49447) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Latham — NY-20 — Gen. Henry Knox Trail |
| |
Through this place passed
Gen. Henry Knox
in the Winter of 1775 - 1776
to deliver to
Gen. George Washington
at Cambridge
the train of artillery
from Fort Ticonderoga
used to force the British
Army to evacuate Boston
Erected By
The State of New York
during the Sesquicentennial
of the American Revolution
— Map (db m23447) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Menands — Historic Albany Rural Cemetery Est. 1841 |
| | Burial site of Pres. Arthur, governors, statesmen and private citizens. Noted for its natural beauty, sculptures & architecture. — Map (db m37463) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Menands — Saint Agnes Cemetery Medal of Honor Recipient Burial Place |
| | Saint Agnes Cemetery has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior 2008 — Map (db m62357) HM |
| New York (Albany County), New Scotland — Bender Melons |
| |
Home of
Bender Melons
Famed "Benders" developed
by Charles Bender in 1900
on this New Scotland Farm
sold throughout U.S. — Map (db m48606) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Slingerlands — Andrew Conning |
| |
Nearby is Burial Site of
Andrew Conning, 3rd Regt.
Albany County Militia
Under Capt. Vanderheyden
The American Revolution
Placed by Tawasetha
Chapter NSDAR
— Map (db m44963) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Town of New Scotland — Site of the Battle of Clarksville |
| | On Dec.3, 1839, during the Anti-Rent Wars, Sheriff Artcher and his posse marched from Albany to Clarksville. They met their first resistance here. — Map (db m50488) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Voorheesville — First P.O. 1868 |
| |
Site of
First P.O. 1868
Established in Reid's
General Store,
Farm of James Reid
Town's First Supervisor
— Map (db m48607) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Voorheesville — Helderbergs |
| |
The name means clear
mountains. They have been
called "the key to the
geology of North America"
— Map (db m54688) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Voorheesville — Methodism |
| |
Methodism
Here built its first church
in this entire area.
Known as Bethlehem, North
or Black Creek Church, 1823
— Map (db m48671) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Voorheesville — The Indian Ladder Trail |
| | The Indian Ladder Trail runs along the base of the cliff and was historically called the "Lower Bear Path." Here, you are halfway down the limestone cliff, where the Coeymans formation above meets the Manlius below. At the top of the Manlius is a soft layer of limestone that has eroded, forming a ledge in the cliff face. This indent in the cliff has been call the "Upper Bear Path." The soft layer is a limestone mudrock that is fine-grained and valued as a source of cement. Limestone is mined in . . . — Map (db m43845) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Voorheesville — The Tory Cave |
| | Caves are formed when limestone is dissolved by flowing water. In the ceiling at the back of the cave you can see a large, natural chimney where water has seeped into the rock from above. As limestone dissolves, calcite is deposited to from flowstone, seen inside the chimney. Flowstone formations, known as stalactites and stalagmites, are created slowly over hundreds of years. Unfortunately, early cave explorers removed most of these formations.
In vain they search!
From out a hidden . . . — Map (db m12728) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Voorheesville — Tory Cave 1777 |
| | Jacob Salsbury, a spy
during Burgoyne Invasion,
found refuge from settlers
in a cave against
the cliffs nearby. — Map (db m58550) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — City of Watervliet |
| | The land now occupied by the City of Watervliet is part of a tract purchased by the first Patroon, Kiliaen van Rensselaer in 1630 from the Mohican or River Indians. The tract was within a large area on the west side of the Hudson River named Wely's Dael, in honor of the Patroon's wife Anna van Wely. Arendt van Curler, a tenant of the Patroon, began to cultivate the land in 1643. The farm area was later sold by Richard van Rensselaer to Philip Pieterse Schuyler and Bastiaen de Winter. Prominent . . . — Map (db m58228) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — Civil War Parrott Rifle |
| |
10 Pounder Rifle
From Watervliet Arsenal Designed
By Robert P. Parrott and Cast at
The West Point Foundry.
Used by the Union Forces These
Guns were Mounted on Carriages
Made at Watervliet Arsenal Where
Ammunition was also Made. This Is
One of Four Parrott Rifles Excavated
At the Site of Interstate 787.
— Map (db m7299) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — Erie Canal |
| | Completed 1825 Terminus at
Hudson River. Locks called
Sidecut allowed entry to
navigable waters — Map (db m12214) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — Mayor James F. Cavanaugh 1910 - 1973 |
| | Served the City of Watervliet from 1967 to 1973. Throughout his years of service he accomplished a great deal for Watervliet, including renovations at City Hall and police headquarters, construction of a new firehouse, the opening of the northern section of I-787 and improvements to the Youth and Senior Citizens centers.
Mayor Cavanaugh was president of the Watervliet Civic Chest Executive Board, a scoutmaster and district commissioner for the Boy Scouts of America and was praised for his . . . — Map (db m47983) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — Meneely Foundry |
| |
Meneely Foundry
1826 - 1950 First Chime &
Carillon in U.S. Cast Here
Foremost Bell Maker
Patented Rotary Yoke And
Casting Procedures.
— Map (db m40322) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — Peter J. Dalessandro Congressional Medal of Honor |
| |
Peter J. Dalessandro
Congressional Medal of Honor
Technical Sergeant, US Army, Company E. 39th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division Sergeant DAlessandro was born May 19, 1918.
Entered service at: Watervliet, N.Y.
Presented the Congressional Medal of Honor
by President Harry S. Truman on June 25, 1945
Sergeant DAlessandro was with the 1st Platoon holding an important road junction near Kalterherbery, Germany when on December 22, 1944, in the early morning hours, the enemy began . . . — Map (db m46446) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — The Nalle Rescue |
| |
The Nalle Rescue
April 27, 1860
Near this site on Broadway, Charles Nalle,
a fugitive slave from Culpepper, Virginia,
was rescued from slave catchers by
Harriet Tubman and citizens of Troy and
West Troy (Watervliet), completing an
epic struggle begun in Troy.
— Map (db m42015) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — U.S. Army 3 Inch M5 Antitank Gun |
| | The 3 inch antitank gun was deployed during WWII. Hundreds of these guns were used by American troops in Europe and the Pacific during the war.
Range: 16,100 yards max. 1,000 yards antitank range.
The U.S. 1st Army and 3rd Army in Europe had over 300 of these antitank guns in used during World War II. Between D-Day and V-E Day over 400,000 rounds
were fired by M5 antitank guns in battle in the European Theater of Operations.
All M5 gun barrels were manufactured at the Watervliet Arsenal. — Map (db m49148) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Watervliet — Watervliet Arsenal |
| |
Oldest, Continuously Active
Manufacturing Arsenal in U.S.
Founded in 1813.
— Map (db m49297) HM |
| New York (Albany County), Westerlo — Anti-Rent War |
| |
Events in the quarrel of
tenants with Lord of the
Van Rensselaer Manor
occurred in this region
in 1840 and later
— Map (db m50490) HM |
| New York (Allegany County), Alma — B.J. Thomas (1843-1918) |
| | Driller & contractor from PA, who earned nickname of "Dry Hole Ben" by seldom promoting successful oil wells. His continued faith in paying quantities of oil in Allegany County let him drill many historical wells. Including the "Wildcat Well" on this hillside (arrow). Ben eventually sold his equipment and holdings to O.P. Taylor. — Map (db m65539) HM |
| New York (Allegany County), Angelica — Angelica Cemetery |
| | Site gift of Church family, 1801; First burial, 1803; among noted men of Allegany Co. Buried here are; Major M. Van Campen, Capt. P. Church, Judge M. Grover and Rev. C. Fairbank — Map (db m65538) HM |
| New York (Allegany County), Wellsville — Triangle No. 1 |
| | First oil well drilled in Allegany County drilled by O.P. Taylor 1879 — Map (db m65540) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — "Pete" Sheehy |
| | Yankees Equipment Manager
1927 - 1985
Keeper of the pinstripes — Map (db m18413) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Adoption of the Constitution |
| | To commemorate The Adoption of the Constitution of the United States of America Sept. 17th, 1787 The tree was planted on the 150th Anniversary by The National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York Van Cortlandt Park – 1937 — Map (db m53832) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Alfred Manuel "Billy" Martin Casey's Boy |
| | A Yankee forever.
A man who knew only one way to play - to win. As a player for Casey Stengel he thrived on pressure delivering the key play or hit. MVP of 1953 World Series setting record for most hits in six-game series with 12. Later as a manager, he became one of the greatest Yankee managers. — Map (db m18398) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Algernon Sydney Sullivan |
| | In honor of Algernon – Sydney – Sullivan Jurist – Statesman – Orator Born 1826 Died 1887 An immaculate life · Devoted with never failing fidelity to public and private trusts. < Reverse Side : > In honor of Algernon – Sydney – Sullivan Jurist – Statesman – Orator Born 1826 Died 1887 He reached out both hands in constant helpfulness to his fellow men. Erected by citizen of New York 1906 Frank E. Wallis . . . — Map (db m53837) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Allie Pierce Reynolds "Superchief" |
| | New York Yankees 1947 - 1954
One of the Yankees' greatest right hand pitchers
Hurled two no hitters in 1951
Starred on five straight World Champions 1949 - 1953
Five time All-Star
.686 Yankee winning percentage
Erected by the New York Yankees August 26, 1989 — Map (db m18393) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — American Bison Society |
| | In commemoration of the American Bison Society, founded in 1905 with the help of William T. Hornaday, the Director of the Bronx Zoo. Under Hornadays leadership, the ABS dedicated efforts helped restore bison to the prairies with animals from the Bronx Zoo. — Map (db m7328) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Bartow – Pell Mansion Designated Landmark New York City |
| | Built between 1836 and 1842 as a country seat for Robert Bartow, descendant of Thomas Pell who established the Manor of Pelham here in 1654, this house is one of the finest examples of the late Federal style in the country. It was restored by the International Garden Club in 1914. The handsomely furnished interiors are Greek Revival in style and overlook the beautiful formal gardens. Plaque provided by the New York Community Trust, 1971. — Map (db m32032) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Bob Sheppard Public Address Announcer "The Voice of Yankee Stadium" |
| | For half a century he has welcomed generations of fans with his trademark greeting "Ladies and Gentleman, welcome to Yankee Stadium". His clear, concise and correct vocal style has announced the names of hundreds of players - both unfamiliar and legendary - with equal divine reverence, making as synonymous with Yankee Stadium as its copper facade and monument park. — Map (db m18605) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Charles Dillon "Casey" Stengel |
| | 1890 - 1975
Brightened baseball for over 50 years
With the spirit of eternal youth Yankee manager 1949 -1960 winning 10 pennants and 7 world championships including a record 5 consecutive 1949 - 1953
Erected by the New York Yankees July 30, 1976 — Map (db m53932) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Charles Herbert "Red" Ruffing |
| | New York Yankees
1930 - 1942
1945 - 1946
US Army Air Division 1943 - 1945
The Yankees' all time leader in wins by a right hand pitcher with 231. The only pitcher in franchise history to compile four consecutive 20 win seasons from 1936 - 1939 when he led the Yankees to four straight World Championships. A durable pitcher, he holds the Yankees' record for most complete games with 261. One of the greatest hitting pitchers of all time, he batted .300 or better in . . . — Map (db m53804) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Cortlandt House |
| | Built by Frederick van Cortlandt MDCCXLVIII Placed in the custody of the Colonial Dames of the State of New York – MDCCXLVIII Opened by them as a public Museum MDCCCXCVII This large estate has been held continuously by the descendants of Jacobus van Courtlandt who was born in 1658, Mayor of the City 1719, until purchased for a public park – MDCCCLXXXIX Virtues Majorum Filiae Conservant — Map (db m53821) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — David Glasgow Farragut |
| | Erected by his wife and son to the memory of David Glasgow Farragut First Admiral in the United States Navy Born July 5, 1801 Died August 14, 1870 --------------- — Map (db m40012) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Donald Arthur Mattingly "Donnie Baseball" 1982 -1995 |
| | American League batting champion 1984
American League MVP (145 RBI) 1985
Nine-time gold glove winner
Six-time American League All-Star
Set record for most grand slams in a season (6) 1987
Major League record for most home runs in seven consecutive games (9) and eight consecutive games (10) 1987
10th player in team history to be named captain 1991
A humble man of grace and dignity. A captain who led by example. Proud of the pinstripe tradition and dedicated to the pursuit of excellence. A Yankee forever. — Map (db m18606) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Edward "Whitey" Ford |
| | "Chairman of the Board"
New York Yankees 1950, 1953 - 67
Led Yankees to 11 pennants and six world championships leads all Yankee pitchers in games, innings, wins, strikeouts ans shutouts. Cy Young award winner in 1961. Holds many World Series records including 33 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings.
Erected by New York Yankees August 2, 1987 — Map (db m53808) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Edward Grant Barrow 1868- 1953 |
| | Moulder of a tradition of victory under whose guidance the Yankees won fourteen American League pennants and ten World Championships and brought to this field some of the greatest baseball stars of all time. This memorial is a tribute from those who seek to carry on his great work. — Map (db m18607) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Elston Gene Howard |
| | 1929 - 1980
"A man of great gentleness and dignity" one of the all time Yankee greats. American League MVP in 1963 winner of two gold glove awards. A fitting leader to be the first black player to wear a Yankee uniform. " If indeed humility is a trademark of many great men - Elston Howard was one of the truly great Yankees"
Erected by The New York Yankees July 31, 1984 — Map (db m53789) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Fort Independence Park |
| | “Kings Bridge and the heights adjacent, of the utmost importance to the communication between New York and the mainland, & to the security of the Hudson, were reconnoitered by Washington on horseback about June 16, 1776. By direction of the Commander-in-Chief, breast works were thrown up for the defense of the bridge, and an advanced work (subsequently called Fort Independence) was built beyond it, on the hill near this spot commanding Spyt Den Deivel Creek.” — Map (db m53814) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Fort Number Four |
| | Fort Number Four of the exterior defenses of Fort Washington and Kings Bridge constructed by the American Army under General Washington 1776 --------------- The Daughters of the Revolution State of New York erected this memorial 1914 — Map (db m53810) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — George Herman " Babe"Ruth 1895 - 1948 |
| | A great ball player.
A great man.
A great American. — Map (db m18395) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — George M Steinbrenner III |
| | July 4 1930 - July 13 2010 New York Yankees principal owner
"The Boss"
1973 - 2010
Purchased the New York Yankees on July 5 1973. A true visionary who changed the game of baseball forever, he was considered the most influential owner in all of sports. In his 37 years as Principal Owner, the Yankees posted a major league best .566 winning percentage, while winning 11 American League pennants and 7 World Series titles becoming the most recognized sports brand in the world. A devoted . . . — Map (db m53790) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Glovers Rock |
| | Near this site on October 18, 1776, Col. John Glover and 600 Patriots held off British and Hessian forces under Gen. Howe long enough to save Washingtons troops from destruction, enabling them to withdraw to Westchester and ultimate victory. Bronx County Historical Society October 18, 1960 — Map (db m32013) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Henry Louis Gehrig June 19th 1903 - June 2, 1941 |
| | A man A gentleman and a great ball player. Whose amazing record of 2130 consecutive games should stand for all time. This memorial is a tribute from the Yankee players to their beloved captain and team mate. July the Fourth 1941 — Map (db m18411) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Joseph Paul Dimaggio |
| | "The Yankee Clipper"
1914 - 1999
Recognized as baseball's "greatest living player"
Lifetime batting average .325
Won MVP award 1939, 1941
Selected to All-Star Game 13 times
American League batting title 1939, 1940
Elected to Hall of Fame 1955
Set one of baseball's most enduring records, 56 game hitting streak May 15 to July 16 1941
Led the Yankees to an incredible nine world championships in his 13 year career
A baseball legend and an American icon
"He has passed, but . . . — Map (db m53788) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Joseph Vincent McCarthy |
| | Manager
New York Yankees 1931 - 1946
One of baseball's most beloved and respected leaders
led Yankees to 8 pennants and 7 world championships including 4 consecutive 1936 - 1939 compiling a .627 winning percentage
Erected by New York Yankees April 21, 1976 — Map (db m53791) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Lawrence Peter "Yogi" Berra |
| | 1946 - 1963
Yankee manager 1964, 1984 - 1985
Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1972
"It ain't over 'til it's over"
Three time MVP 1951-54-55
Selected to A.L. All-Star Game 15 consecutive years
Hit most Home Runs by a Yankee catcher
Outstanding clutch hitter and World Series performer leading the Yankees to 14 pennants and 10 world championships
A legendary Yankee
Erected by the New York Yankees August 21, 1988 — Map (db m53805) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Major General Porter |
| | Major General Porter Adjutant General State of New York 1886 – 1894 < Left Inscription : > He labored to increase the efficiency, perfect the discipline and elevate the standard of the National Guard. < Rear Inscription : > Josiah Porter 1st. Lieut. 1st. Battery Mass. Vols. 1861. Captain. July 1861 to September 1862. Captain 22nd. Regiment. N.G.N.Y. June 1865, Major, May 1867, Lieut. Colonel, January 1869, Colonel, October 1869, Major General and . . . — Map (db m53835) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Mel Allen |
| | "The Voice of the Yankees"
1939 - 1964
With his warm personality and signature greeting "Hello There Everybody", he shaped baseball broadcasting by charismatically bringing the excitement and drama of Yankees baseball to generations of fans. He made pet phrases such as "Going. Going, Gone!" a part of our language and culture. A Yankee institution, a national treasure. "How about that?"
Dedicated by The New York Yankees July 25, 1998 — Map (db m53795) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Memorial Grove Van Cortlandt Park |
| | Memorial Grove was created to honor Bronx men who served in World War II and Korea. The grove is shaded by Pin oaks (Quercus palustris), Red oaks (Quercus rubra), and Norway maples (Acer platanoides). Memorial Grove was first planted in 1949 to honor Bronx Men who served in World War II. It was later dedicated to those who served in Korea as well. In 1949, a plaque measuring 7 by 10 inches was placed at the base at each of the 39 trees. The plaques were later replaced with plaques on 12 by 14 . . . — Map (db m53839) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Mickey Mantle "A Great Teammate" 1931 - 1995 |
| | 536 Home Runs. Winner of Triple Crown 1956. Most World Series Home Runs 18. Selected to All Star team 20 times. Won MVP award 1956, 1957 - 1962, Elected to Hall of Fame 1974. A magnificent Yankee who left a legacy of unequaled courage. — Map (db m18412) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Miller James Huggins |
| | Manager of New York Yankees 1918 - 1929
Pennant winners 1921-22-23...1926,27,28
World Champions 1923 1927 and 1928
As a tribute to a splendid character who made priceless contributions to baseball and on the field brought glory to the New York club of the American League
This memorial is erected by Col. Jacob Ruppert and the Baseball Writers of New York May 30 1932 — Map (db m53796) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Number 3 Babe Ruth |
| | Uniform number retired: 1948
From 1920 - 1934, The Babe singlehandedly lifted baseball to new heights with his unlimited talent and unbridled love for the game. His enormous contribution to baseball and The Yankees made him the most celebrated athlete who ever lived. — Map (db m54727) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Pells Treaty Oak |
| | On June 27, 1654, beneath a nearby oak, Thomas Pell signed a treaty with Siwanoy Sachems acquiring the Manor of Pelham and pledging “mutual peace and love be maintained.” Fire destroyed the tree in 1906. — Map (db m32030) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Philip Francis Rizzuto |
| | "A man's size is measured by his heart" Scooter sparked the Yankees to 10 pennants and 8 world championships
1950 American League MVP
1950 American League player of the year
MVP of the World seres in 1951
Has enjoyed two outstanding careers, all time Yankee shortstop, one of the great Yankee broadcasters
"Holy Cow"
Erected by the New York Yankees August 4, 1985 — Map (db m53803) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Pope Benedict XVI Mass |
| | In commemoration of the solemn pontifical mass marking the bicentennial of the Archdiocese of New York offered by His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI April 20 2008 here in Yankee Stadium. Gift of Knights of Columbus. — Map (db m35060) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Pope John Paul II Mass |
| | In commemoration of the mass for world justice and peace offered by His Holiness Pope John Paul II October 2, 1979 here in Yankee Stadium. Gift of the Knights of Columbus. — Map (db m35059) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Pope Paul VI Mass |
| | In commemoration of the solemn mass for peace offered by His Holiness Pope Paul VI October 4, 1963 here in Yankee Stadium. Gift of Knights of Columbus — Map (db m35058) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Prison Window |
| | Prison Window built of Holland brick and stone from the old Sugar House Duane Street 1763 – 1892 Used by the British as a prison for American soldiers 1776 – 1783 Cunningham provost marshal Presented by T.J. Oakley Rhinelander Esq. to the Colonial Dames of the State of New York 1903 — Map (db m53827) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Reggie Jackson |
| | "Mr. October" New York Yankees 1977 - 1981. One of the most colorful and exciting players of his era. A prolific power hitter who thrived in pressure situation. In five years in pinstripes, he helped lead the Yankees to four division titles, three American League pennants and two World Championships. At his best in October, belted four on four consecutive swings in the 1977 World Series - including three in game six at Yankee Stadium. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977. . . . — Map (db m53817) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Roger Eugene Maris |
| | Against all odds
In 1961 he became the only player to hit more than 60 home runs in a single season. In belated recognition of one of baseball's greatest achievements his 61 in '61 the Yankees salute him as a great player and as author of one of the most remarkable chapters in the history of Major League Baseball.
Erected by the New York Yankees July 21, 1984 — Map (db m53806) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Ron Guidry |
| | "Gator" "Louisiana Lightning" New York Yankees, 1975 - 1988 Co-captain, 1986 - 1988. A three time 20-game winner, he went 25 - 3 with a 1.74 Earned Run Average to win the 1978 A.L. Cy Young award. Set Yankees records in 1978 by winning his first 13 decisions and compiling 248 strikeouts, including a club record 18 on June 17th versus California at Yankee Stadium. A dominating pitcher and a respected leader of the pitching staff for three American League pennants and two World Championships. . . . — Map (db m53819) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Sgt. John Basilone |
| | In memory of Sgt. John Basilone U.S. Marine Corps Killed at Iwo Jima Febuary 19, 1945 Awarded Congressional Medal of Honor and Navy Cross — Map (db m53840) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Site of the Redoubt |
| | Site of the redoubt thrown up here in October, 1776 by American troops under General Heath to protect the retreat of Washingtons Army from New York to White Plains. Erected under the auspices of Woodlawn Cemetery and the American Scenic and Historic Preservation Society. — Map (db m12677) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — St . Peter's Church Westchester |
| | The original church on this site was built in 1700 to house a parish organized by an act of the Provincial Assembly in 1693. Queen Anne contributed an altar in 1708. In 1763 a charter was received from King George III. The present church, designed in Gothic style by Leopold Eidlitz was completed in 1853. — Map (db m52223) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Thurman Munson |
| | New York Yankees
June 7, 1947 - August 2, 1979
Yankee Captain
"Our captain and leader has not left us- today, tomorrow, this year, next...our endeavors will reflect our love and admiration for him."
Erected by The New York Yankees September 20, 1980 — Map (db m53809) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — To the memory of Jacob Ruppert 1867 - 1939 |
| | Gentleman American Sportsman
Through whose vision and courage this imposing edifice, destined to become the home of champions, was erected and dedicated to the American game of baseball. — Map (db m18611) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Van Cortlandt House |
| | Van Cortlandt House has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark.
Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 this site possesses exceptional value in commemorating and illustrating the history of the United States. U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service 1968 — Map (db m53823) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Van Cortlandt House Museum |
| | This Revolutionary War landmark is the oldest house in the Bronx and became the first historic house museum in New York City. It is a National Historic Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a proud New York City Landmark. Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 3 pm Saturday – Sunday 11 am to 4 pm Groups may visit by appointment. For more information call 718 543-3344 or visit www.vancortlandthouse.org — Map (db m53830) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Van Cortlandt Mansion Designated Landmark New York City |
| | Here in 1781, to deceive the British, General George Washington kept campfires burning in the area surrounding the house while he gained time for safe withdrawal of his troops across the Hudson River. The property on which this magnificent manor house is set was long owned by the Van Cortlandt family. To the north is Vault Hill, the family burial ground and vault. It was in this vault that the City records of New York were supposedly hidden and preserved during the Revolutionary War. The . . . — Map (db m53824) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Vernon "Lefty" Gomez |
| | New York Yankees 1930 - 42
Known for his excellent wit as he was fast with a quip and a pitch. Set World Series record with 6 wins and no defeats. Has four 20 win seasons leading Yankees to seven pennants and six championships
Erected by New York Yankees August 2 1987 — Map (db m53792) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — William Malcolm "Bill" Dickey 1928 - 1943, 1946 Yankee Coach 1949 - 1957 |
| | Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1954
Named to the A.L. All-Star team 11 times
Had a .313 lifetime avg
Hit over .300 in 11 seasons
Caught more than 100 games in 13 consecutive seasons
Led the Yankees to 8 pennants and 7 World Championships
First in the line of great Yankee catchers
The epitome of Yankee pride — Map (db m18397) HM |
| New York (Bronx County), Bronx — Yankee Stadium September 11 Memorial |
| | We remember On September 11, 2001, despicable acts of terrorism were perepetrated on our country. In tribute to the eternal spirit of the innocent victims of these crimes and to the selfless courage shown by both public servants and private citizens we dedicate this plaque. These valiant souls, with unlettered resolve, exemplify the true character of this great nation. Their unity and resilence during this time of distress defined American heroism for future generations.
Dedicated bt the New York Yankees
September 11, 2002 — Map (db m35653) HM |
| New York (Broome County), Corbettsville — Binghamton and Upper Susquehanna Historic New York |
| | The valleys of the Upper Susquehanna River were natural routes for Indians, traders and settlers. Oquaga, near Windsor, was an Indian fur-trading post, and became an objective of the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign of 1779. From a dam at the outlet of Otsego Lake, flood waters were released to float General James Clinton's troops down the river to join General Sullivan's forces from Pennsylvania at Tioga. They defeated the Tories and Indians at Newtown, near Elmira, and devastated the Indian . . . — Map (db m35164) HM |
| New York (Broome County), Port Crane — Chenango Canal 1837-1878 |
| | Here the towpath followed
river and base of the hill
(Sign reset in 2006)
In Memory Of
Leon Deanjou
— Map (db m23064) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Allegany — Allegany Veterans Memorial |
| | Allegany Veterans Memorial
Casualties of WWI
Michael O Connell Feb 15 1918
Joseph Collins 27 Oct 3 1918
Claude Slocum Oct 19 1918
Pvt. Charles J Harbel 27 Nov 9 1918
Sgt Maurice C Briody 24 1918
Casualties of WWII
PFC Gerald Heat
27 New Guinea Feb 2 1944
Lt. Everett F Tyler 24 Over Rumania Apr 4 1944
PFC John F Stephan 24 Germany Dec 10 1944
Sgt Robert Rehler 23 Belgium Jan 14 1945
Sgt Vincent C Ryan 30 Germany Mar 24 1945
Cpl Joseph J Felt . . . — Map (db m60168) WM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Ellicottville — Ellicottville Town Hall |
| | Ellicottville, Cattaraugus County, N.Y.
was entered on the National Register of Historic Places
April 4, 1973 — Map (db m60150) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Ellicottville — First Frame House |
| | In Ellicottville, 1817
Early Courts of County and meetings of Board of Supervisors held here — Map (db m60149) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Ellicottville — In Memory of Those From Ellicottville |
| | In Memory of Those from Ellicottville who served in World War I and World War II and especially the following who paid the supreme sacrifice
Egbert L. Barnhard
William N. Burton
Douglass D. Dineen
Alton G. Eastman
Irvin T. Ebert
Daniel W. Lowry
Joseph M. O'Connor
Robert J. Quinn
Henry D. Smith — Map (db m60153) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Hinsdale — Seneca Oil Spring |
| | 1627 first petroleum discovered in America 1 mi. north 1000 yds east. — Map (db m65537) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Knapp Creek — The Settlement of Knapp Creek |
| | The Settlement of Knapp Creek, formerly known as Knapps Creek, was a genuine boomtown in the early days of the Bradford Oil Field, beginning about 1877. It was on a narrow gauge railroad and later an electric street car line. The town boasted a bank, a drugstore, two bottling works, over a dozen saloons and many other businesses including a Chinese laundry. Knapp Creek is the birthplace of aviation pioneer William T. Piper, known as "The Henry Ford of Aviation". — Map (db m60154) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Olean — 1804-2004 |
| | In recognition of Olean's 200th birthday, we dedicate this prehistoric Olean conglomerate rock. In 1804 Major Adam Hoops bought a large parcel of land at Olean Point and founded our city. We celebrate that occasion and honor all of our citizens and veterans, past and present, who helped make Olean a very special place to live and work.
Let the journey continue... — Map (db m60155) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Olean — Historic SIte |
| | Approximately 100 feet south of this spot stood the home of Frank W. Higgins. Elected State Senator in 1894 -- Lieut. Governor in 1902 -- Governor of the State of New York in 1905-06. A distinguished citizen and businessman who contributed greatly to the development of Olean. — Map (db m60167) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Olean — Major Adam Hoops |
| | In Memory of Major Adam Hoops
A soldier of the Revolution and founder of Olean, N.Y.
1804
and to keep in remembrance the patriots of the War for Independence who are buried in Cattaraugus County, New York — Map (db m60156) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Salamanca — Civilian Conservation Corps |
| | 1933-1942
Allegany State Park - Salamanca, New York
Camp SP-50 - Red House - Company 1250
Camp SP-51 - Red House - Company 249
Camp SP-19 - Red House - Company 2218
Dedicated this 7th day of October 1990 to the memory of those young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps who lived and worked at the Allegany State Park.
The legacy of the CCC is reflected in the many park roads, buildings and other facilities they constructed 50 years ago and which are still serving the public today. . . . — Map (db m60169) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Salamanca — Ski Jumping at Allegany State Park |
| | This is the site of Allegany State Park's 30-meter and 50-meter ski jumps. The two jumps and the park;s ski slopes at Bova were Depression-era projects constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps and New York State's Temporary Emergency Relief Administration. The park's ski facilities were the first in western New York and paved the way for the development of the area's privately operated resorts. Art Roscoe Sr., park forester, and former Olympic skier, Karl Fahrner, were responsible for the . . . — Map (db m60091) HM |
| New York (Cattaraugus County), Salamanca — Sweet Water Spring |
| | The Sweet Water Spring was discovered in the late 1880s when the Patterson Lumber Company, blasting to create a logging road over South Mountain, ruptured an underground vein that produced an abundance of free-flowing water. Work crews enjoyed the sweet, clear water and eventually so did Salamancans, who carried it home in jugs. Years later, the spring became a popular picnicking spot.
At one side of the fountain, the spring water was piped to a faucet attached to the stone wall. Stone steps . . . — Map (db m60092) HM |
| New York (Cayuga County), Port Byron — Brigham Young |
| | The Mormon prophet lived in the house 100 yards east of here in 1831. He was baptized a Mormon in 1831 at Mendon, N.Y. — Map (db m65342) HM |
| New York (Cayuga County), Port Byron — Port Byron |
| |
Named 1825, inc. 1837.
Formerly called Bucksville from Aholiab Buck, settler in 1798. Also King's Settlement from P. King 1797 — Map (db m65340) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Dunkirk — Dunkirk Lighthouse |
| | Dunkirk Lighthouse has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places
By The United States Department of The Interior
Built 1875 — Map (db m51904) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Dunkirk — The First Exchange of Hostilities |
| | The first exchange of hostilities in the War of 1812 occurred at the mouth of Canadaway Creek. — Map (db m64697) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Irving — Amos Sottle |
| | First non-Indian settler of Hanover and Chautauqua County, built his home nearby in 1796. Indian friend, farmer, fiddler, and worker on the HLC survey. — Map (db m64673) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Irving — Everett R. Burmaster |
| | 1890-1965 lived in Irving. Historian, Archaeologist, Paleontologist, BMS Curator. Seneca adopted-Gahgewa. Saved Hanover Elm & Sottle Fiddle. — Map (db m64672) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Before White Men Came |
| | Before white men came to this area the Indians blazed a trail between Lake Erie and Lake Chautauqua over which they, early explorers and settlers, portaged their canoes. At the Chadakoin River rapids the canoe was portaged again. Here is where the explorers rested and started a settlement which is now the City of Jamestown.
This bronze sculpture, symbolic of the portage, was presented to the city on Sept. 29, 1971 by the Rotary Club of Jamestown, New York.
This plaque commemorates the . . . — Map (db m64674) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Birmingham Auto |
| | One of several local attempts to join the ranks of auto manufacturing had offices at this site from 1921 to 1923. — Map (db m64675) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Birthplace of Lucille Ball |
| | August 6, 1911 - April 26, 1989
First Lady of Comedy — Map (db m64709) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Blackstone Corporation Since 1871 |
| | Blackstone Manufacturing Company, formerly known as Vandergrift Manufacturing Company, makers of washing machines and Jamestown car parts manufacturing company merged as Blackstone Corporation in 1934. The company continues as an international manufacturer. — Map (db m64676) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — First Burial Ground 1815-1822 |
| | 5 adults and 12 to 14 children were buried here. Their remains were later moved to the new cemetery on West 5th Street. — Map (db m64695) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — First Grist Mill |
| | James Prendergast built the first grist mill for the new village here in 1814. — Map (db m64677) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — First Sash Factory |
| | Built here 1826, in 1845 doors and blinds were also manufactured. From 1829 these wares were shipped south on flat boats many years. — Map (db m64690) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — First Train |
| | The first train arrived in Jamestown August 25, 1860 over the newly laid rails of the Atlantic and Great Western Railroad culminating a 29 year effort to assure Jamestown's position in the national transportation network. — Map (db m64699) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — First Woolen Mill |
| | Here in 1816, Daniel Hazeltine built Jamestown's first woolen mill. He processed raw wool and manufactured finished cloth for 20 years at this site. Also, he dyed and finished on shares cloth woven on handlooms by pioneer women. — Map (db m64700) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Here Stood a Station |
| | Here stood a station of underground railroad in which Catherine Harris did heroic service for fugitive slaves — Map (db m64702) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Home of Reuben E. Fenton |
| | "The Soldiers' Friend"
Governor 1865-1869
U.S. Senator 1869-1875 — Map (db m64718) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Jamestown Furniture Exposition Building |
| | Built to display locally manufactured furniture and to host semi-annual "Furniture Marts" for a national audience, 1917-1982. — Map (db m64703) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Keelboat Landing |
| | Here on the banks of the outlet in pioneer days was the keelboat landing. Long, shallow draft boats, propelled by poles, brought cargoes from Pittsburgh and farther south up the Allegheny River to this forest-bound village. — Map (db m64704) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Policeman George Kendall |
| | Of the Jamestown Police Department gave his life on June 18, 1915. He was shot while responding to a double shooting in the Shaver Building which occupied this site. The Kendall Club, Police Benevolent Association was named in his honor. — Map (db m64710) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Public Market |
| | Foreshadowing supermarkets and malls, numerous vendors, often recent immigrants, sold produce, meats and other foods including ethnic specialties from 1913 to 1965. — Map (db m64717) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Site of Methodist Church |
| | First edifice of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Jamestown was erected in 1830. A plain house 40 by 50 feet. — Map (db m64719) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Site of Pail Factory |
| | First factory for making wooden pails and tubs built in 1829, large industry for years. First flat boat stocks built here 1835. — Map (db m64691) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Site of the Foote Home |
| | Built in 1823 by Elial Todd Foote, physician, legislator, jurist, historian who settled in Jamestown in 1815. — Map (db m64701) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — Site of the New York State Armory |
| | The Fenton Guards, organized in 1875 by Swedish immigrants, was the local national guard unit which occupied the first armory here in 1888. — Map (db m64720) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — The First Store |
| | Upon this corner facing south stood the first store erected in Jamestown. It was built in 1813 by Jediah and Martin Predergast, brothers of James Prendergast as a branch of their store in Mayville. It was removed in 1861. — Map (db m64698) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Jamestown — The Lost Neighborhood |
| | The Harrison-Derby-Victoria neighborhood was home to nearly 100 predominately Italian-American families. They were displaced by the Urban Renewal Project of the 1970's. This area east of Main Street to the Chadakoin River was the only residential neighborhood affected by the project. — Map (db m64708) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Kennedy — Evelynn M. Crandall |
| |
First woman to serve as a Chautauqua County Legislator Evelynn M. Crandall
Elected from District 7
Years of service 1978-1981 & 1984-1989
Remembered for her dedication to local history — Map (db m60147) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Kennedy — Gertrude A. Williams |
| |
First woman justice of New York State Gertrude A. Williams
Years of service 1920 to 1924
Site of her former residence where she held court. — Map (db m60145) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Kennedy — Kennedy Mills |
| |
First commercial enterprise in southeastern Chautauqua County
Doctor Thomas Ruston Kennedy built first mill October 1805 after purchase of 3000 acres in the area which became the Town of Poland — Map (db m60146) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — Donald McKenzie |
| | Born in Scotland 1783 Died in Mayville 1851 at one time partner of John Jacob Astor in Pacific Fur Company. — Map (db m64683) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — Ellen Y. Miller |
| | First woman in NYS to be elected county clerk, 1919-1940. She held public office longer than any other woman of her time. — Map (db m64684) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — First Courts |
| | Were held in this county in 1811-12-13 in a small two-story plank house built here for the purpose. — Map (db m64685) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — First Settler |
| | On Chautauqua Lake was Dr. Alexander McIntyre who erected here his log cabin and stockade. — Map (db m64688) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — Historic New York Chautauqua Lake Region |
| | Chautauqua Lake, eighteen miles long and one to three miles wide, has as its outlet a branch of Connewango Creek, a tributary of the Allegheny River. This gives Chautauqua an indirect connection with the Gulf of Mexico by way of the Ohio, and Mississippi Rivers. French expeditions used Chautauqua Lake and these rivers as a route to Midwest posts in the 18th century. In the next century, lumber rafts, cut from the rich timberlands nearby, were floated down this river system.
Indian . . . — Map (db m64687) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — Land Office |
| | Here in 1810 William Peacock, local agent of Holland Land Company built his cabin and office of logs. He served 26 years. — Map (db m64686) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — Site of Scott Tavern |
| | First Board of Supervisors met here. Several of the early courts were held here. — Map (db m64721) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mayville — Tourgee Home |
| | Here from 1881 to 1900 lived Judge Albion W. Tourgee-Soldier, Author, Ambassador to France. — Map (db m64723) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Mina — Ebenezer Skellie Civil War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient |
| | Corporal Co. D 112 NY Infantry. Congressional Medal of Honor awarded 29 September 1864 for battle of New Market Heights Chapins Farm, Virginia. Buried in Mina Cemetery. — Map (db m62854) WM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Silver Creek — The Swift Mansion |
| | Built in 1846 by Major Clark C. Swift, this mansion was constructed in the Federal Style with bricks handmade on the site.
It was acquired for Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in 1914, through the efforts of Msgr. E.J. O'Connor. The mansion was used as a convent during the pastoral service of the Rev. Thomas Ciolino.
Restoration of the mansion, as a parish center and rectory began in 1984, under the guidance of the Rev. Claude H. Bicheler, to whom this plaque is dedicated. — Map (db m64722) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Westfield — At This Point |
| | The French Portage built by
Celoron in 1749 and rebuilt in 1753
descended the bank and crossed
Chautauqua Creek — Map (db m57177) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Westfield — Barcelona Light House |
| | Barcelona Light House
Erected in 1829
By the Federal Government — Map (db m57203) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Westfield — The French & Indian War 1756-1763 A Fight for the Continent |
| | Waterways to the Interior
Rivers and lakes served as the superhighways of the 18th century. Many rivers and lakes in the Colony of New York either bordered New France (Canada), or connected the bordering water bodies to the interior of the Colonies and the continent. All parties involved in the war exploited these routes to attack their respective enemies.
The French
"...defending their frontiers."
French . . . — Map (db m57233) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Westfield — The Lincoln-Bedell Statue Park Established July 10, 1999 |
| | The meeting of President-Elect Abraham Lincoln and his famous corresponent, twelve-year-old Grace Bedell took place on February 16, 1861, in Westfield at the train station. Prior to this, Grace had penned a letter to Lincoln suggesting that whiskers would improve his appearance. At their meeting, Lincoln shook her hand, kissed Grace, and asked her how she liked the improvements she had advised.
The statues are the work of sculptor Don Sottile, a native of Westfield. The bronze casting took . . . — Map (db m64706) HM |
| New York (Chautauqua County), Westfield — The Old Portage Road |
| | Built by Celoron in 1749 when he
explored and claimed this region for
France, followed an Indian Trail and
crossed the highway at this point.
In 1753 it was rebuilt by the French
for military purposes — Map (db m57171) HM |
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