Saratoga Springs in Saratoga County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Franklin Square
Photographed By Steve Stoessel, March 30, 2019
1. Franklin Square Marker
Inscription.
Franklin Square. . Franklin Square remains virtually as it appeared at the turn of the century, and is surrounded by buildings dating back to as early as the 1830's. Many belonging to the prominent Marvin family important in the history of Saratoga Springs, but more often associated with the United States Hotel, one of the grandest and largest in the world during the 19th century. Franklin Square evolved into a center of fashionable health related hotels and homes. It suffered decline during the early 20th century and is now being restored into unique shops and residences.
Franklin Square remains virtually as it appeared at the turn of the century, and is surrounded by buildings dating back to as early as the 1830's. Many belonging to the prominent Marvin family important in the history of Saratoga Springs, but more often associated with the United States Hotel, one of the grandest and largest in the world during the 19th century. Franklin Square evolved into a center of fashionable health related hotels and homes. It suffered decline during the early 20th century and is now being restored into unique shops and residences.
Erected 1984 by Franklin Square Associates.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places.
Location. 43° 4.916′ N, 73° 47.317′ W. Marker is in Saratoga Springs, New York, in Saratoga County. Marker is at the intersection of Division Street and Franklin Street, on the right when traveling east on Division Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Saratoga Springs NY 12866, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 4, 2019. It was originally submitted on April 3, 2019, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 324 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on April 3, 2019, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
