Oswego in Oswego County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
War of 1812 Bicentennial/Peace Garden
Photographed by Steve Stoessel, July 25, 2025
1. War of 1812 Bicentennial/Peace Garden Marker
The Garden was developed in 2003 by Tosy Leotta sided by volunteers, Oswego's DPW and with support of the Jay Saternow family. In June 2012, it was designated as a Peace Garden to mark the long period of peace between Canada and the United States.
Members of the Oswego Sunfise Rotary Club jom with Barb and Bob Sugar in planting dad maintaining the garden.
Re-dedicated August 12, 2017 as part of Leotta Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • War of 1812. A significant historical month for this entry is June 2012.
Location. 43° 27.327′ N, 76° 30.405′ W. Marker is in Oswego, New York, in Oswego County. It is on East 1st Street (New York State Route 481) south of East Onedia Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 152 East First Street, Oswego NY 13126, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York, specifically in Central New York, and in the Syracuse Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, on the Great Lakes, and in the Mid-Atlantic.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: People of the River (here, next to this marker); River Industries (here, next to this marker); Seaway Trail (a few steps from this marker); Age of Iron Horses (a few steps from this marker); The Fur Trade (a few steps from this marker); Bicentennial Peace Garden (a few steps from this marker); War for Empire (a few steps from this marker); Early Shipping (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Oswego.
Photographed by Steve Stoessel, July 25, 2025
2. War of 1812 Bicentennial/Peace Garden Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 25, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 25, 2025, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 80 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 25, 2025, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York.
