Downtown in Albany in Albany County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Site of Main Entrance to Old Capitol
Erected 1806
Erected 1886.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #16 Abraham Lincoln, and the Lafayette’s Farewell Tour series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1824.
Location. 42° 39.093′ N, 73° 45.362′ W. Marker is in Albany, New York, in Albany County. It is in Downtown. Marker can be reached from State Street near Eagle Street. Marker is set into concrete block set into the ground. It is very easy to miss. The setting is the East side of the NYS Capitol Building. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Albany NY 12210, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. General Philip Henry Sheridan Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Frederick (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Fort Frederick (within shouting distance of this marker); Lincoln in Albany (within shouting distance of this marker); Schuyler Mansion (within shouting distance of this marker); NYS Capitol & Albany City Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Fort Frederick (within shouting distance of this marker); The King's Highway (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Albany.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 2, 2013, by Yugoboy of Rochester, New York. This page has been viewed 716 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 2, 2013, by Yugoboy of Rochester, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.