Believe it! The Comet first began delighting thrill seekers in 1948 at Crystal Beach Park in Ontario, Canada. Perched on the edge of Lake Erie, this masterpiece was designed by Herbert P. Schmeck of the Philadelphia Toboggan Company. Its massive . . . — — Map (db m138506) HM
On Glenwood Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
So called because midway between Forts Edward and
William Henry. From 1755 to 1780 it was the scene of many bloody skirmishes, surprises, and ambushes. Here the French and Indians inflicted two horrible massacres upon the English and Colonials, . . . — — Map (db m18477) HM
On Ridge Road (New York State Route 9L) at Sunnyside Road (County Route 54), on the right when traveling south on Ridge Road.
Named for Tom Hammond a half breed Oneida Indian. A thriving settlement doing a large lumbering business at close of Revolution. — — Map (db m61662) HM
On Bay Road, 0.1 miles south of New York State Route 149, on the right when traveling south.
Founded 1850, built 1853 by
Scottish border immigrants
who arrived in Queensbury
1839-53. They settled the
north end French Mountain. — — Map (db m157291) HM
American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) recognizes The Comet at The Great Escape as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark, a designation reserved for rides of historic significance. The Comet is an important example of historic coaster . . . — — Map (db m138505) HM
This is "Porcellino" Created by 17th century Italian sculptor Pietro Pacca The original - there are only two other replicas in the world - sits in Florence, Italy, in a spot where most travelers pass as they leave the city. Legend has it that . . . — — Map (db m138509) HM
On Quaker Road (New York State Route 254) at Bay Road, on the right when traveling east on Quaker Road.
In memory of
Abraham and Edward Wing
Pioneers
in the Town of Queensbury
They were descended from
Rev. John Wing
and
Deborah Batchelder
She with four sons came to America in 1632. In 1762 King George gave a . . . — — Map (db m18226) HM
