Fort Edward in Washington County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Old Fort House Museum
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 13, 2008
1. Old Fort House Museum Marker
Generals Schuyler, Washington,
and Arnold. It also served
as a courthouse and a tavern.
Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
Erected by State of New York.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Buildings • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1772.
Location. 43° 15.699′ N, 73° 34.823′ W. Marker is in Fort Edward, New York, in Washington County. Marker is on Broadway, on the right when traveling south. Marker is located on the north side of the Old Fort House. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 29 Broadway, Fort Edward NY 12828, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Patt Smyth House (here, next to this marker); Smyth House (a few steps from this marker); Gen. Washington (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Moat (approx. ¼ mile away); Old Fort Edward (approx. ¼ mile away); Fort Edward (approx. ¼ mile away);
this page online
More about this marker. The background of the marker contains a map of the State of New York with stars indicating the location of other Revolutionary War Heritage Trail Sites. The caption reads "The Revolutionary War Heritage Trail links historic sites that tell the story of New York's decisive role in America's fight for independence."
Also see . . . Old Fort House Museum. Museum website homepage (Submitted on September 25, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 13, 2008
2. Markers at the Old Fort House Museum
Two markers are found at this location next to the Old Fort House Museum.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 13, 2008
3. Old Fort House Museum - The Smyth House
The Smyth House was constructed by Patrick Smyth in 1772 with timbers taken from the ruins of Fort Edward, a French and Indian War fortification. Smyth was arrested at the house in 1777 by General Benedict Arnold for being a loyalist to the British Crown. During the Revolutionary War, the house was used by both British and American troops as headquarters.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 13, 2008
4. Old Fort House
The marker is located down the driveway next to the Old Fort House.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 21, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 25, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,177 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on September 25, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
