Ballston in Saratoga County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Inn of William Bettys
Photographed By Howard C. Ohlhous, February 18, 2016
1. William Bettys Inn Marker
Erected 1936 by New York State Education Department.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • War, US Revolutionary.
Location. 42° 55.793′ N, 73° 52.717′ W. Marker is in Ballston, New York, in Saratoga County. Marker is on New York State Route 50, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 924 Route 50, Ballston Lake NY 12019, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Beriah Palmer (approx. half a mile away); Larkin House (approx. 0.6 miles away); Hawkwood Mansion (approx. 0.6 miles away); a different marker also named Hawkwood Mansion (approx. 0.6 miles away); McDonalds Site (approx. 0.7 miles away); Anchor Diamond Park (approx. 0.7 miles away); a different marker also named Hawkwood Mansion (approx. 0.7 miles away); a different marker also named Hawkwood Mansion (approx. 0.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ballston.
Regarding Inn of William Bettys. Bettys Tavern served not only travelers on their journeys but also locals. Many people were familiar with William
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Unfortunately for the owner, his son, Joe, sided with the Rebels and eventually became a traitor to his cause, resulting in Joe's death by hanging.
This tavern, located on present-day Route 50, is still recognizable as an old inn by the tiny rooms upstairs, rooms that would have been used by travelers overnight.
The bar was located on the first floor, in a room that today serves as the living room of a residence.
By Rick Reynolds, Ballston Historian
Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. Bettys Family
Additional keywords. Tavern
Photographed By Howard C. Ohlhous, February 18, 2016
2. William Bettys Inn Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 21, 2016, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York. This page has been viewed 576 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 21, 2016, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
