Jamestown in Chautauqua County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
James Prendergast
Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, May 22, 2016
1. James Prendergast Marker
James Prendergast
built a log house, saw
mill and dam, beginning
of Jamestown industry.
Buildings burned 1812.
Erected 1932 by New York State Education Department.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1811.
Location. 42° 5.637′ N, 79° 14.943′ W. Marker is in Jamestown, New York, in Chautauqua County. Marker is at the intersection of West 2nd Street and Sprague Street on West 2nd Street. The intersection is a transition from one street to the other. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jamestown NY 14701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Samuel A. Carlson (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); West Third Street Bridge (about 600 feet away); The Car Barns (about 600 feet away); First Burial Ground (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Jamestown Underground Railroad Tableau (approx. 0.2 miles away); Baker Park (approx.
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Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, May 22, 2016
2. Northward from Sprague St. Bridge
Marker at center. Chadakoin River.
Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, May 22, 2016
3. James Prendergast Marker & Site
Samuel A. Carlson Generating Station in background.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 22, 2016, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York. This page has been viewed 451 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 22, 2016, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.
