Montezuma in Cayuga County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Opened in 1828
Cayuga Seneca Canal
Cayuga Seneca Canal
Extended navigation of the
Erie Canal to Finger Lakes
Site of crossover bridge
and Exchange Hotel
Erected 2011 by William G. Pomeroy Foundation.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Erie Canal, and the William G. Pomeroy Foundation series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1828.
Location. 43° 0.641′ N, 76° 42.227′ W. Marker is in Montezuma, New York, in Cayuga County. Marker is at the intersection of High Street and Erie Street, on the left when traveling north on High Street. Marker is about 80ft. north of the intersection at Montezuma Heritage Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Montezuma NY 13117, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Montezuma Heritage Park (here, next to this marker); A Landmark and Pride in Our Community (within shouting distance of this marker); Early Cemetery (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Salt Springs (about 300 feet away); Old Erie Canal (about 300 feet away); Montezuma (about 500 feet away); Early Aqueduct (approx. 0.3 miles away); Col. Comfort Tyler (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Montezuma.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 21, 2015, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York. This page has been viewed 394 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 21, 2015, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.