Near Canal Street, 0.2 miles east of Church Street.
Site of gates originally constructed in 1858 to control the inflow of water to the Hydraulic Tunnel and used for mechanical power by three manufacturing establishments. The tunnel was closed in 1954, the gate stems were dismantled, and concrete was . . . — — Map (db m105704) HM
On Park Avenue at North Transit Street (New York State Route 78), on the right on Park Avenue.
On June 6, 1825, General
Lafayette inspected nearly
completed locks, was honored
with a dinner, then boarded
the canal boat "Rochester". — — Map (db m244929) HM
Life aboard the canal barges involved hard work. All members of the family had important roles. The man would be in charge of the animals and manage the entire operation. The wife (and mother) had many chores in addition to caring for the . . . — — Map (db m76893) HM
The northern tier of locks was converted to a spillway in 1919 to help manage the canal's water level as far east as lock 33 near Rochester. Debris naturally floats into Lock 71's forebay, helping to maintain a clear navigation channel for Locks . . . — — Map (db m179002) HM
From the original Erie Canal to the Barge Canal System, crossing the Niagara Escarpment posed immense challenges to canal engineers.
The first Lockport locks were designed by Nathan Roberts, who was in charge of constructing the Erie Canal from . . . — — Map (db m76954) HM
Lock tenders in the 1890's were selected from each of the eight wards in the City of Lockport. Those depicted here were local residents and worked in the same spot where you are standing today. It was difficult, backbreaking work, with very few . . . — — Map (db m187295) HM
Near North Canal Road, 0.2 miles east of Old Niagara Road.
After the Erie Canal opened in 1825, Lockport changed from a village of log cabins filled with construction workers into an industrial city. English traveler, Francis Trollope describing Lockport said that "It looks as if the demon of machinery, . . . — — Map (db m77812) HM
On Pine Street, 0.1 miles north of Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
The city building began as the Pine Street Customs Mill in 1860. It was later (1884) converted to one of the first water pumping stations in America. In 1893, with a need for a permanent location of the city's government, the building was converted . . . — — Map (db m78359) HM
On East Avenue (New York State Route 31) at Elm Street, on the left when traveling east on East Avenue.
The Lockport Federal Building is architecturally significant as an outstanding example of early twentieth century public architecture. Built between 1902 and 1904 from a design by James Knox Taylor, supervising architect of the Treasury Department, . . . — — Map (db m77000) HM
In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the completion of the original locks which opened a connecting waterway between the Hudson River and the Great Lakes. This completion of the Erie Canal was the opening of a door to the settling of the . . . — — Map (db m65659) HM
The City of Lockport wishes to express its appreciation to City Historian William H. Riley (1922-1990) for his dedication, assistance, patience and love for the City of Lockport, New York.
Riley’s Way: a walking tour on the Erie Canal is . . . — — Map (db m76962) HM
In 1903, the people of New York voted to build the Barge Canal System. The new canal, unlike the old, utilized canalized natural water courses as well as artificial channels. The new concrete locks (57 in all) were electrically operated and could . . . — — Map (db m76934) HM
On Locust Street, 0.1 miles north of High Street, on the right when traveling north.
Luther Haven has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior c. 1891 — — Map (db m81570) HM
On Hawley Street at Niagara Street, on the left when traveling north on Hawley Street.
Niagara County Courthouse has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997 by the United States Department of the Interior. — — Map (db m93216) HM
The floor of each of the Flight of Five locks is constructed of old growth wood, a combination of white oak, pine, and hemlock. These high density woods provide an extremely durable base of support for the locks. It is preserved by remaining . . . — — Map (db m178994) HM
On Pine Street near Main Street (New York State Route 31), on the right when traveling north.
In 1864, Dwight Keep constructed this typical canal era stone structure which began as the Benjamin C. Moore Company Mill. Around 1884, the building was converted from a flour mill to one of the first water pumping plants in America. The Holly Water . . . — — Map (db m76994) HM
“The site of the locks at Lockport, from the time of the original canal to the present had never changed. The early engineers found the logical location for locks in this vicinity and the same place has been used ever since. The romance of . . . — — Map (db m76892) HM
Near Lake Avenue (New York State Route 78) 0.2 miles south of Old Niagara Road, on the right when traveling north.
Original Niagara Grape Vine ————— Result of crossing Concord by Cassady 1868 ————— First fruited 1872 ————— Erected by N.Y. State Horticultural . . . — — Map (db m82833) HM
On Lower Mountain Road at Leete Road, on the left when traveling east on Lower Mountain Road.
Built 1873. Alson known as District 5 & Hickory Corners School. In use until 1956. Became home of town historical society in 1988. — — Map (db m187096) HM
Locktenders guided thousands of boats through the locks every year. They controlled the boat's position partly by dragging the rope over the railings. In time this resulted in deep grooves along the top of the railings. — — Map (db m179001) HM
On State Road south of Amelia Street, on the right when traveling west.
The "Deep Cut" at Lockport Here, only several miles from Lake Erie, Canal engineers faced a major natural barrier. To tap the water of Lake Erie and keep boats afloat, they knew the canal's channel had to flow downhill from the lake. But the . . . — — Map (db m93026) HM
On Canal Street at Cottage Street, on the right when traveling west on Canal Street.
The first bridge across the canal in Lockport was located a the extreme eastern end of the Big Bridge. It was a narrow log bridge, only wide enough for one way traffic, with a log on either side for guard rails. Called the “Main Street . . . — — Map (db m76955) HM
Erected by Richard C. Bewley in 1929 this structure occupies the site of the Hodge Opera House and Merchant's Gargling Oil buildings which were destroyed by fire in 1928. Stone from the original buildings is visible on the rear of the structure. The . . . — — Map (db m74133) HM
On Market Street at Exchange Street, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
The New York State Barge Canal System is 524 miles long of which 348 miles is within the Erie Barge Canal. Although water depths vary, the depth of the water in the Lockport section is approximately 8 - 12 feet.
The Lockport Locks Nos. 34 and . . . — — Map (db m74517) HM
Different panels appear on opposite sides of the marker The Erie Canal was the most important of America’s inland waterways. It facilitated the opening of the American frontier and provided a route west for tens of thousands of settlers . . . — — Map (db m76895) HM
Near Niagara Street, 0.1 miles west of Prospect Street.
This dwelling was built by Charles A. and Louise Williams Kandt in 1886 and was occupied by four generations of the Kandt family until 1998 when it was purchased by the Niagara County Historical Society. — — Map (db m81732) HM
On Market Street at North Adam Street, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
Lowertown is in a geographically distinct section of the City of Lockport with such boundaries as the Erie Canal and the Niagara Escarpment.
"A village within a city," Lowertown thrived as Lockport's social, commercial and industrial center . . . — — Map (db m77030) HM
Near Market Street, 0.2 miles west of Exchange Street.
Dr. George W. Merchant, a skilled druggist and businessman, purchased this property in 1833. This then became the first home of Gargling Oil. It was here, after a series of experiments, he brought out a medicine to be used in the treatment of . . . — — Map (db m81785) HM
Near Lake Avenue (New York State Route 78) 0.5 miles north of Old Niagara Road.
Throughout the 1970s, the Widmer Wine Company maintained a sign on Lake Avenue, Lockport at the Odd Fellows and Rebecca Home property. This sign gave the history of the Niagara Grape and directed visitors to an old vine on the property which was . . . — — Map (db m187098) HM
On Market Street, 0.1 miles west of Exchange Street, on the left when traveling east.
Three waterways: Culvert No. 125, the old raceway, and Eighteen Mile Creek, met the canal in this area.
The old raceway entered the canal about 125 feet east of this point and has since been abandoned. It was used to supply the lower level of . . . — — Map (db m74791) HM
A packet boat was upwards of 80 feet long, 9 feet wide at is extreme breadth, with 50 feet of cabin space in the center for passengers. This left 10 feet of space in the prow and 20 feet for the steerage deck. The long but narrow cabin was . . . — — Map (db m76935) HM
The canal ride from Rochester to Lockport was some what of a lark. The Long Level, as it was known, was a 63 mile trip uninterrupted by locks. The approach to Lockport, after all, marked the next to last stop in a long, weary trip across the state. . . . — — Map (db m76894) HM
The Raceway Tunnel was invented by Birdsell Holly. Blasting for the tunnel began in 1858. Construction of the 2,430 foot tunnel took 18 months. The tunnel contains old gates and ruins of buildings from the beginning of the Industrial Age. The cave . . . — — Map (db m76936) HM
On West Main Street, on the left when traveling west.
The W.H. Upson Coal Company was founded in 1877. In 1902 Charles A. Upson built this stone building for his father, William Henry Upson, as the company’s offices. In 1910 the building weighing 440 tons, was moved westward 32 feet to make room for . . . — — Map (db m77001) HM
On Glenwood Avenue, 0.8 miles west of Gooding Street, on the right when traveling west.
Washington Hunt 1811-1867. Served as U.S. Representative 1843-1849. NY State Comptroller 1849 and NY Governor 1850-1852. Buried here. — — Map (db m165055) HM
On West Avenue at Park Avenue, on the left when traveling east on West Avenue.
Welcome to Ida Fritz Park 1908 2001 Historically, Ida Fritz Park is the oldest park in the City of Lockport, created by the NYS Legislature on May 12, 1876. The by-gone fountain was dedicated in 1891. The 7" cannon was presented to Lockport by . . . — — Map (db m93231) HM
On Mill Street west of North Main Street (New York State Route 271), on the right when traveling east.
Opened here in Sept. 1824
Enlarged between 1836 - 1863
Last enlargement 1905 - 1918
Scene of considerable early commercial activity — — Map (db m179252) HM
On Park Avenue at Main Street (New York State Route 271), on the right when traveling east on Park Avenue.
Dedicated to
Those Who Made
The Supreme Sacrifice
☆ World War I ☆
Grover Clute · Leo Fuery · Francis Manning · Thomas Phillips
☆ World War II ☆
Hugh Barlow · Wallage Campbell · Charles Daley · Francis Hickey · . . . — — Map (db m179336) WM
On South Main Street (New York State Route 31E) north of Telegraph Road (New York State Route 31), on the right when traveling north.
Built in three stages 1825-1871. Stone quarried on-site. William Taylor owned all Middleport land south of Canal east of Main. US & NYS Historic Registries. — — Map (db m179220) HM
War of 1812 Battles Were Fought Upon the Land of This Farm Arriving in 1807, James McClew was among the first handful of non-Native American settlers to come to this area. Only a few pioneers had settled in what is now the Town of Newfane . . . — — Map (db m78683) HM
On Franklin Street, 0.1 miles north of East Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
1914 World War 1918 This tablet erected by Newfane Post 873 In memory of those who for their splendid spirit of duty and patriotism were chosen from this township to serve the Allied cause Aiken, Bryan · Allen, Frank · Andrews, Fred D.· . . . — — Map (db m83065) WM
Near East Main Street, 0.1 miles west of Franklin Street, on the right when traveling east.
Kiddie Whistle Pig Ferris Wheel This ferris wheel was operated at Page's Whistle Pig in Niagara Falls from 1973 until the Olcott Beach Carousel Park Committee purchased it in 2007. The restoration committee for Olcott Beach Carousel Park . . . — — Map (db m95274) HM
On Lockport Olcott Road (New York State Route 78) 0.2 miles south of West Lake Road (New York State Route 18), on the right when traveling south.
Lakeview Burials began ca. 1815. Early residents, soldiers & veterans of Civil War, World Wars I & II and later wars rest here. — — Map (db m117771) HM
Not Underground, Not a Railroad Freedom seekers used whatever means available to make their journey. Some stowed away on canal boats and lake steamers. Some were transported hidden in wagons. Usually, however, they simply traveled on foot, . . . — — Map (db m78802) HM
On Ontario Street, 0.1 miles west of Franklin Street, on the right when traveling east.
Olcott Amusement Park In the early 1950s the Olcott Amusement Park was a prime destination for both adults and children. This map shows how the Olcott Amusement Park (Olcott Beach Carousel Park) looked at the time. [left margin] Ontario Street . . . — — Map (db m95262) HM
On Franklin Street at East Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Franklin Street.
Where Families Came to Play Once a prime recreation destination, Olcott Beach drew thousands annually. Trains brought summer vacationers from inland cities. Steamers ferried them between other lake ports. They stayed at grand hotels, played at . . . — — Map (db m73863) HM
Near East Main Street, 0.1 miles west of Franklin Street.
Tom Kelly Rustic Theatre Tom Kelly was an integral part of Olcott Beach Carousel Park. He was part of the original Olcott Beach Committee formed in 1999, project manager for the roundhouse restoration, on the board of directors, treasurer for six . . . — — Map (db m95272) HM
Department of the Army
"I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat...
I will never leave a fallen comrade...
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy
the enemies . . . — — Map (db m197313) WM
On Whirlpool Street at Ontario Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Whirlpool Street.
A Bridge to Freedom "There was now but 'one wide river to cross'..." In the 1800s, Western New York was one of the main ending points of the Underground Railroad. This "railroad" was a secret system of people and places that helped . . . — — Map (db m93027) HM
Near Witmer Road (New York State Route 31) north of Woodard Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
After the Schoellkopf Power Station
No. 3 collapsed in 1956, the New York
Power Authority oversaw the
construction of a new power plant
in Lewiston, New York.
Construction on the Niagara Power
Project began in 1958 and was finished
in . . . — — Map (db m162038) HM
Since 1848 many bridges have spanned the Niagara Gorge below Niagara Falls. The design and construction of these bridges was necessary for the economic development of the Niagara Falls area. The demand for safe and convenient crossings was easily . . . — — Map (db m72386) HM
On Old Main Street at Buffalo Ave, on the right when traveling south on Old Main Street.
World Famous Hotel
On This Site CA. 1825-1945.
African American Staff Guided
Underground Railroad Freedom
Seekers To Canada From Here.
— — Map (db m179172) HM
Thundering Water and Natural Beauty A destination to explorers and tourists for more than 170 years. This natural geologic wonder was created over many centuries by the erosion of the shaley substratum located behind the Bridal Veil Falls. As . . . — — Map (db m139981) HM
This elevator was constructed by the commissioners of the State Reservation at Niagara Falls A.D. 1924 to replace the ancient Biddle Stairway. Alphonso T. Clearwater – Pres. Paul A. Schoellkopf • Ansley Wilcox Robert W. DeForest • Robert H. . . . — — Map (db m140066) HM
The Whirlpool Rapids provided the ideal location for daredevils to pursue their riskly feats during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They challenged these raging waters by swimming, riding in barrels, and navigating boats through them; some . . . — — Map (db m74415) HM
Tuscarora
Beaver Clan
Founder of the
Indian Defense League of America
———————————————————
"The one message I wish to leave with my people
everywhere is to work for unity.... We speak
different languages, but we are of one blood . . . — — Map (db m197350) HM
Near Witmer Road (New York State Route 31) north of Woodard Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Over 10,000 people contributed to
the work that made the Niagara
Power Project a stunning piece
of engineering and the largest
hydroelectric power plant built in
the Western World up
to that time.
The New York Power
Authority . . . — — Map (db m162040) HM
Near Niagara Scenic Parkway (New York State Route 957A) at Lewiston Road (New York State Route 104).
Welcome to Devil's Hole State Park! Steeped in History and surrounded by natural beauty, this park has something for everyone. Overlooking the Devil's Hole Rapids, this facility has picnic areas, scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and is one of the . . . — — Map (db m74792) HM
The wide point of the river at this spot is called the "Eddy Basin".
If you look over the edge you will see an extensive shelf of Whirlpool Sandstone at river level. This was covered by water prior to the large water diversions for . . . — — Map (db m74477) HM
On River Road (New York State Route 265) at Witmer Road, on the right when traveling east on River Road.
The spot where you are standing is near the current northern boundary of North Tonawanda. Two hundred years ago this site was consumed by virgin forest and inhabited by cougars and wolves; its freshwaters teeming with aquatic life. It was this . . . — — Map (db m220663) HM
On Depot Avenue West at Whirlpool Street, on the left when traveling west on Depot Avenue West.
On Dec. 16, 1864, local police officer D.H. Thomas arrested two Confederate spies nearby after their attempt to derail passenger train south of here. — — Map (db m223987) HM
On Whirlpool Street (New York State Route 182) at Ontario Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Whirlpool Street.
At this site stood the first Niagara suspension bridge. Built in 1848, that bridge and its three successors, have given one hundred years of uninterrupted service to the peoples of the United States and Canada, and have stood as monuments to the . . . — — Map (db m237073) HM
Near Niagara Scenic Parkway (New York State Route 957A) 1 mile west of Interstate 190, on the left when traveling north.
Great Lakes Seaway Trail. New York State French and Indian War Commemoration 250 years. Securing Military and Commercial Goods. Fort Schlosser was built to protect the upper portage landing and was used as a storehouse for military and . . . — — Map (db m226682) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 104) at Portage Road, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Gad Pierce Tavern. Site of 1807 tavern built by Gad Pierce. US Militia delayed a British and Indian attack here on Dec 20, 1813 and escaped thru back door. Tavern rebuilt after war. — — Map (db m70968) HM
On Goat Island Road, on the right when traveling south.
Goat Island is made up of dolostone bedrock covered with glacial deposits. For thousands of years, these deposits lay under deep lake and river waters. About 3,500 years ago, the water level of the Upper Niagara began to drop, eventually exposing . . . — — Map (db m74166) HM
On Goat Island Road at Three Sisters Islands Parking Area, on the left when traveling west on Goat Island Road.
Goat Island's plants grow so well because of the constant moisture in the atmosphere and the deep, rich soil. the moisture protects the plants from late spring frosts, and the soil allows for greater root penetration and nutrition.
In the . . . — — Map (db m75969) HM
On Whirlpool Street (New York State Route 182) at Ontario Street, on the right when traveling south on Whirlpool Street.
Gorge Trail 4·Great Gorge Railway.(1.1mi, 1.8km) The Niagara Gorge Trail System is made up of a series of trail sections located in and along the Niagara River Gorge. Two of these trails are located along the top: the Niagara Gorge Rim Trail . . . — — Map (db m82800) HM
Height, Sight, and Flight.
Each year between 100 million and one billion birds die by collision with human-built structures. The danger of colliding with windows has increased for birds with the spread of urbanization and the decline of . . . — — Map (db m77044) HM
Near this spot stood Father Louis Hennepin Franciscan Missionary and Chronicler of La Salle's Expedition 1678 - 9 He was the first to preach the gospel on the Niagara frontier and the first white man who saw and described the falls of Niagara. . . . — — Map (db m8957) HM
On Portage Road at Falls Street, on the right when traveling north on Portage Road.
Portage Road, constructed on an old Indian trail,
was used to transport goods around the falls from
the Lewiston Landing to Fort Schlosser on the
upper river. It held the key to governing the
entire Great Lakes area and the . . . — — Map (db m54345) HM
On Falls Street at 15th Street, on the right when traveling east on Falls Street.
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Complex has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m134518) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 104) at Pine Avenue (U.S. BUS 62), on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
In honor of the soldiers, sailors & marines who made the supreme sacrifice in the World War, 1917 - 1919.
[plaque above]
Dedicated to World War II Veterans. Presented by Dudley Donnelly Woman's Relief Corps. No. 115, auxiliary to the . . . — — Map (db m77109) WM
Near Buffalo Avenue (New York State Route 265) west of Williams Road.
Hereabout in May, 1679
Robert Cavelier de La Salle
Built the Griffon, "of sixty
tons burthen," the first vessel
to sail the Upper Lakes.
—————
Erected by Niagara Frontier Historical Society . . . — — Map (db m57137) HM
On June 5, 1825, General Lafayette, abolitionist and human rights advocate, was escorted to Goat Island by Mr. Porter to see the falls. — — Map (db m182076) HM
Lake Ontario receives the outflow from all of the other Great Lakes. The rich soils around Lake Ontario and the temperate climate provide an extended growing season for orchards and vineyards. Water that enters the Lake Ontario basin remains there . . . — — Map (db m139976) HM
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