The Empire State Trail

The Empire State Trail. At Amsterdam. , [ Side 1: ] , Amsterdam Post Office Murals , The historic post office building in Amsterdam contains two murals painted by Henry Schnakenberg in 1939 as part of the New Deal Treasury Section of Fine Arts program. The murals were painted three years after the post office was built as a Depression-era public works project, designed by Treasury architect Louis Simony in the Colonial revival style. In one mural pictured top right colonist Sir William Johnson is shown holding a meeting with Iroquois chiefs. The second mural pictured center right, shows life on the Erie Canal in the 1840s when the community of Port Jackson was a canal stop. Port Jackson ultimately became the South Side of the city of Amsterdam, Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook , Spanning 511 feet between the north and south i banks of the Mohawk River, the Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook uniquely combines a bridge with a park-like setting, while introducing vistors to the cultural history of the Mohawk Valley. The bridge, located 200 yards north of here along Bridge Street is curved to harmonize with the natural forms of the river and valley. The textured, colored pavement reflects not only the swirls and eddies of the river, but also of history. Twelve stopping points along the bridge are marked with icons and interpretive panels highlighting the history of Amsterdam and the Mohawk Valley., [Side 2: ] , The 750-mile Empire State Trail connects people to New York's spectacular natural beauty, cultural heritage, iconic landscapes, and unparalleled outdoor recreation opportunities. The Trail promotes healthy lifestyles and provides a place for friends and families to experience the Empire State's special places and rich diversity-connecting urban centers, village main streets, and rural communities. from New York City through the Hudson River Valley, west to Buffalo along the historic Erie Canal, and north to the Champlain Valley and Adirondacks., Enjoy the journey. , New York , State of Opportunity , empiretrail.ny.gov