On Factory Street at Main Street (New York State Route 11C), on the right when traveling north on Factory Street.
In Honor Of Tri-Town Veterans That Served In Vietnam
Gary Amo-USAF · Colin Arquiett-Navy · Herbert Arnold-Marines · Pat Austin-Army · Robert Barnes-Army★ · Wen Belisle-USAF · David Bronson-Marines · Joe Brooks-Marines · Roy Brothers-Army · . . . — — Map (db m153333) WM
On New York State Route 37 at School Street, on the left when traveling north on State Route 37.
In memory of the Sons of Morristown
who answered their country's call in the dark days
Of The Civil War
Remember them for what they dared
and what they did
Commissioned Officers
[Honor Roll]
Non-Commissioned Officers and . . . — — Map (db m102083) WM
On Park Street (County Route 27) 0.1 miles south of Maple Street, on the left when traveling south.
In 1906, the State Legislature granted St. Lawrence University a charter to operate a School of Agriculture, since the nearest similar school was over 200 miles away at Cornell. The male student body was taught modern farming and dairying methods, . . . — — Map (db m88772) HM
On St. Lawrence University at University Avenue, on the left when traveling north on St. Lawrence University.
Isaac Morgan Atwood served as president of the Canton Theological School between 1897 and 1899, when St. Lawrence University and its Universalist seminary came under one administration. His son, John Murray Atwood, was dean of the Theological . . . — — Map (db m189616) HM
On Park Street (County Route 27) at Maple Street, on the right when traveling south on Park Street.
St. Lawrence University's original gymnasium was built in 1896 where Gunnison Memorial Chapel stands today. When the old gym burned in May 1925, construction of the Brewer Field House son began. Named for Charles S. Brewer (class of 1891), the . . . — — Map (db m88773) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Governeur Street (U.S. 11).
Canton's Islands The Grasse River flows north to the St. Lawrence River and divides into west and east channels as it flows around the islands. Stillman Foote built the first sawmill and gristmill on the west bank of the Grasse River in 1801-02. . . . — — Map (db m88707) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (U.S. 11).
Although today the land you are on may seem like a pleasant park, during most of the 19th century the island was not attractive and it wasn't always safe for the people who worked and did business here. Floods The spring floods, known as . . . — — Map (db m88735) HM
On Ramoda Drive at Hillside Road, on the left when traveling west on Ramoda Drive.
Eben and Bessie Griffiths were both proud Laurentians, and throughout their marriage cultivated an appreciation of the arts and art education. Eben Griffiths began his career as a journalist and later became an executive with Mobil Oil. His support . . . — — Map (db m184828) HM
On St. Lawrence University at Romoda Drive, on the right when traveling south on St. Lawrence University.
Opened in 1926 to honor the 8th President in St. Lawrence's history, Dr. Almon Gunnison, whose 15 years at the helm from 1899-1914 resulted in tremendous growth for the college. The chapel's neo-gothic design by the noted architect Bertram Goodhue . . . — — Map (db m189482) HM
Near University Avenue, 0.2 miles east of Park Street.
For its architectural and historic significance named to the National Register of Historic Places Department of Interior U.S.A. 1974. Herring 1869 - Cole 1902 — — Map (db m79048) HM
On East Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.1 miles east of Park Street (County Route 27), on the right when traveling east.
In Memory of those citizens from the own of Canton who gave their lives for their country World War I [14 names listed] World War II [30 names listed] [plaques on back] Dedicated to these men who gave their lived for . . . — — Map (db m79080) WM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (U.S. 11).
There had been a saw mill on or near Falls Island from the early 1800s. The James Spears Saw Planing and Shingle mill was located here in Falls Island in the 1800s. This view from the Canton Town Hall shows supplies of logs and lumber at the south . . . — — Map (db m88743) HM
On St. Lawrence University at Romoda Drive, on the right when traveling south on St. Lawrence University.
For its architectural and historic significance named to the National Register of Historic Places Department of the Interior U.S.A. 1974. Erected 1856. — — Map (db m79047) HM
On Main Street (U.S. 11) at Riverside Drive (County Route 27), on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
Canton, N.Y. home of Rushton Boat Shop 1873 - 1916 Famed for its craft and craftmanship • • • J. Henry Rushton 1843-1906 Founder - Proprietor - Guiding Genius Charter Member American Canoe Association - 1880 Builder of many renowned and . . . — — Map (db m88684) HM
On Park Street (County Route 27) at Maple Street, on the left when traveling south on Park Street.
For years, SLU Trustees and President Richard Eddy Sykes wanted to build a dormitory for men to compliment Dean Eaton Residence for women, opened in 1927. With funding commitments from long-time trustee Owen D. Young and philanthropist George F. . . . — — Map (db m183570) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (U.S. 11).
"...There was a dam behind Dishaw's foundry. A prolonged dry spell would lower the Grasse River until it didn't spill over the dam, but the water would still run through a raceway and help create a pool in a basin among the rocks some distance below . . . — — Map (db m88755) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (U.S. 11).
The grist mill shown here was originally known as the St. Lawrence Mill. It was a three-story brick building erected by Lucius Moody in 1859-60 and for many years it was owned by D.W. Sherwin. Canton Town and Village Historian If the . . . — — Map (db m88726) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.1 miles east of Governeur Street (U.S. 11).
The King Iron Bowstring Bridge was designed by Zenas King and built in the 1870s. Before he founded the King Bridge Company in Cleveland, Ohio, Zenas King lived and worked in the Depeyster area of St. Lawrence County. One of a very few bowstring . . . — — Map (db m88691) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (New York State Route 68).
Although the primary focus of Heritage Park is on Canton's 19th century industries, this island offers the opportunity to observe and reflect upon various areas of scientific study. Geology is one of the physical sciences that investigate the . . . — — Map (db m88732) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (U.S. 11).
What looks like a small amphitheater from where you are now standing was the site of the H.H. Stickles Sash and Blind Factory. Here, water power was harnessed to run machines for planing, cutting, shaping, mortising, and finishing wood, and for . . . — — Map (db m88734) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Governeur Street (U.S. 11).
Directly across this west channel is the site where the Eagle Mill was built in 1842 by Henry Van Rensselaer. This grist mill was a four-story, 45 by 65 foot sandstone structure. Over the years it passed through many hands, and in the early 20th . . . — — Map (db m88725) HM
On U.S. 11 at Miner St, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 11.
Built on this site 1878-1879.
Second floor opera house
hosted plays, graduations,
lectures, civic and political events.
Destroyed by fire 1962. — — Map (db m202527) HM
On Romoda Drive at St. Lawrence University, on the right when traveling west on Romoda Drive.
Homer A. Vilas dedicated much of his life to the welfare of St. Lawrence University. Mr. Vilas graduated from SLU in 1913 and took an immediate interest in improving his alma matter. He joined the Board of trustees in 1929 and served as board . . . — — Map (db m189725) HM
On East Main Street (U.S. 11) at Park Street (County Route 27), on the right when traveling east on East Main Street.
Historic District has been entered on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. Dedicated May 28, 1984 Canton, New York. — — Map (db m79114) HM
Near West Main Street (U.S. 11) 0.2 miles east of Gouverneur Street (U.S. 11).
In the late 1800s Nathaniel and Barzillai Hodskin operated a pocket furnace, foundry and machine shop on Water Street. SLCHA [St. Lawrence County Historical Association] The industries on Falls Island and along Water Street did not operate . . . — — Map (db m88757) HM
On U.S. 11 at County Route 17, on the right when traveling south on U.S. 11.
DeKalb Junction Ogdensburg branch of R.W. and O.R.R. opened August 20, 1862. Hamlet quickly grew up around the new railroad station, machine shop and wood sheds. — — Map (db m103551) HM
On U.S. 11, 0.2 miles west of East De Kalb Road, on the right when traveling north.
The gently rolling country between the St. Lawrence River and the Adirondack Mountains is cut by the St. Regis, Raquette, Grass and Oswegatchie Rivers. Tumbling from the slopes of the Adirondacks, these swift streams flow in westerly and northerly . . . — — Map (db m87882) HM
On New York State Route 812, 0.1 miles north of County Route 17, on the right when traveling north.
War of 1812 80 NYS militiamen encamped here May 1812 under the immediate inspection of Lt. Col. Benedict. After 10 days they marched to Ogdensburg — — Map (db m88565) HM
On New York State Route 812 north of County Route 17, on the right when traveling north.
DeKalb Village
Settled June 12,1803 by
settlers from Otsego County
led by Judge William Cooper.
Also known as Williamstown
or Cooper's Village. — — Map (db m174578) HM
On East Main Street (U.S. 11) at Church Street, on the right when traveling east on East Main Street.
In honor of Edward John Noble 1882 - 1958 industrialist, financier, philanthropist. This pep-o-mint replica was his Life Saver Co's first flavor & originally displayed at his Port Chester plant. — — Map (db m87874) HM
On Church Street at John Street, on the right on Church Street.
In tribute to Rhoda Fox Graves, first female NYS Senator. Served in state legislature from 1925-1933, and the State Senate from 1935-1949. — — Map (db m87875) HM
On Main Street (U.S. 11) at Church Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
This
Ornamental
Lighting
Equipment
presented to
Gouverneur
in memory of
H. H. Noble
Citizen of the village
from 1873 to 1925
One · who · loved · the · town
Its · traditions · Its · people
Equipment installed . . . — — Map (db m110164) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 37) 0.1 miles north of Mill Street, on the left when traveling north.
1903 land donated by Mrs. Katherine Donald for church. 1906 St. Peter's dedicated by
Rt. Rev. Bishop Gabriels
Rev. Father Crowley, pastor — — Map (db m75624) HM
Established in 1848 on Rock Island. Whale oil lamps used first. Kerosene used later, then batteries. Station discontinued in April 1941. — — Map (db m179881) HM
On St. Lawrence Avenue (County Road 134) 0.1 miles west of Main Street (State Route 37), on the right when traveling west.
A Presbyterian church was built on this site in 1837. The present church, built in 1916 is the fourth "kirk" to occupy this site. — — Map (db m75630) HM
On New York State Route 37 at milepost 0,, 1.9 miles north of County Route 111, on the right when traveling north.
Military Road Road was cut 1831 linking Rouses Point to Sackets Harbor. A plank road was constructed from Morristown through Hammond 1850 — — Map (db m82403) HM
On New York State Route 12, on the left when traveling north.
A Hunting Lodge
In 1903, Frederick G. Bourne, Commodore and Singer Sewing Machine Company President, began building Singer Castle for a hunting lodge. American beaux-arts architect Ernest Flagg designed the 28 room granite castle on Sir Walter . . . — — Map (db m179879) HM
On New York State Route 37, 1.7 miles north of Jones Road, on the right when traveling north.
Quarry was in operation in
late 1800's. 600 men were
employed cutting pink, red
and yellow sandstone blocks
used in paving streets. — — Map (db m82404) HM
This area was settled early in the 1800's by immigrants from Scotland. They were encouraged to come here by agents of George Parish, a large landholder in the North Country. These conscientious farmers and tradesmen came up the St. Lawrence River . . . — — Map (db m179880) HM
On New York State Route 12, 1 mile north of Oak Point Road, on the left when traveling north.
As you enter the Thousand Island Region, you visit what the Iroquois called, "the Garden Place of the Great Spirit." This series of scenic isles actually number more than 1,800, ranging from small bird perches to some containing thousands of . . . — — Map (db m75703) HM
On New York State Route 12, on the left when traveling north.
Rock features along the Seaway Trail offer clues to understanding the geologic forces that formed the region.
'Fire'
(Heat & Pressure)
The precambrian gneiss rocks are the roots of an ancient mountain system. They were formed by . . . — — Map (db m179877) HM
On New York State Route 12, on the left when traveling north.
September November 1813
The grand invasion of Canada
led by General Wilkinson proceeded
down the St. Lawrence River in an
attempt to capture Montreal. — — Map (db m179884) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 37) north of St. Lawrence Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Honor Roll [of Dead]
World War I
Harlie S. Hazen • Royal D. Smith
World War II
Willis S. Cutway • Robert F. Gallagher
Robert I. Gibson • Lawrence S. Gilpin
Kenneth Klock • Charles R. Nicol
Kenneth T. Troup . . . — — Map (db m75628) WM
On State Street (New York State Route 812) at Justina Street, on the right when traveling north on State Street.
In Heuvelton at a railway siding the night of August 17, 1940, Pres. Roosevelt and Prime Minister King discussed mutual problems and created a permanent joint board on defense known as the Ogdensburg Agreement. — — Map (db m88845) HM
On State Street (New York State Route 812) at Justina Street, on the right when traveling north on State Street.
1941 Township of Oswegatchie 1945
World War II Roll of Honor
[Died in Service]
Alfred C. Bristol • Paul E. Charette
Stanley Gagnon • Kenneth Klock
Paul T. Martin • Donald G. Rose
Clinton Thornton
[Honor Roll of Veterans]
All may not . . . — — Map (db m88843) WM
On New York State Route 11B at County Route 49, on the left when traveling east on State Route 11B.
British Raid In Feb. 1814, British Troops raided this village, seizing 300 barrels of flour of U.S. Gov. and stored in barns of Col. Hopkins near brook. — — Map (db m84202) HM
On New York State Route 11B at Church Street, on the right when traveling west on State Route 11B.
The Hopkinton Green, Town Hall (1870) and Congregational Church (1892) are listed jointly on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. This area was originally deeded to local citizens in 1808
by town founder Roswell Hopkins "for the . . . — — Map (db m152491) HM
On New York State Route 131, 0.2 miles west of Willard Road.
This Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a 3,400 acre multi-use area where the habitat is managed to provide food and shelter for dabbling and diving ducks, Canada geese and other waterbirds, as well as upland game birds and mammals. While much of the . . . — — Map (db m79347) HM
On Church Street, 0.1 miles west of Main Street (New York State Route 345), on the left when traveling west.
Dedicated in honor and in memory of the brave men and women of Madrid who served our country in the armed forces to preserve freedom and our way of life. — — Map (db m79501) WM
On Bridge Street (New York State Route 345) 0.1 miles north of River Road, on the right when traveling south.
(1)Saw Mill, (2)Grist Mill, (3)Woolen Mill, (4)Pants Factory, (5)Fly and Insect Destroyer Factory, Source: francesadams.com (6)Laundry. Since its early settlement, Madrid has been a center for business and industry. This area in particular . . . — — Map (db m79539) HM
On Bridge Street (New York State Route 345) 0.1 miles north of River Road, on the right when traveling south.
In 1880 the people of Madrid began to discuss the replacement of their log bridge. The first bridge was built in the winter of 1803-4 and had been rebuilt and repaired a number of times. The Town considered wood, stone, and iron for the bridge. . . . — — Map (db m79532) HM
On West Hatfield Street at Prospect Avenue on West Hatfield Street.
Massena, located along three rivers including the Raquette River was settled in the late 18th century. The economy of early Massena was partly based on health spas. The modern town is a center for the generation of hydro-electric power, aluminum at . . . — — Map (db m197373) HM
Near Barnhart Island Road, 1.1 miles north of New York State Route 131.
How Does a Lock Work? 1) A) Filling valve opened. Emptying valve closed. B) Water enters by gravity. Gate closed. Ship waiting to enter. C) Chamber fills to upstream level. D) Attendant opens gate. Catch cable lowered. 2) A) Attendants tie off . . . — — Map (db m79307) HM
On Andrews Street at Church Street, on the right when traveling west on Andrews Street.
In memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America World War I [ten names listed] World War II [58 names listed] [left plaque] Korea [eight names listed] . . . — — Map (db m79338) WM
On West Hatfield Street at Prospect Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West Hatfield Street.
"Bid" McPhee was considered one of the greatest second basemen to play professional baseball in the 19th century. Born in Massena November 1, 1859, he spent his entire 18 year playing career in Cincinnati (1882-1899). Not only was McPhee an . . . — — Map (db m194589) HM
On West Hatfield Street at Prospect Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West Hatfield Street.
Leo was Massena Little League's biggest Fan. He umpired countless Little League games and invested many hours maintaining and caring for Springs Park field. Leo also dedicated many hours to being the president of Massena Little League. In the . . . — — Map (db m194606) HM
The springs at Massena were first shown to a group of government surveyors in the summer of 1785 by the St. Regis Indians. Then, as early as 1813, the journals of European settlers would show they had begun
using the springs for their curative . . . — — Map (db m198362) HM
On West Hatfield Street (New York State Route 420), on the right when traveling south.
"Massena Water Baths. The remedial effects of the
spring waters are in many cases largely increased by the use of
the baths in connection with the internal administration of the
waters, this is particularly the case in Rheumatism and
cutaneous . . . — — Map (db m198399) HM
From the opening of the season in early summer until the frosts of autumn made it impossible to sit out on the porches of the grand hotels nestled next to the internationally famous sulphur springs, guests from all over New York, the United . . . — — Map (db m198401) HM
Near St Regis Blvd. (New York State Route 37) west of Nightengale Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Michael Nicholas
Head Football Coach 1948 — 1978
Massena Central School
Football Team Record
192 Wins — 28 Loses — 8 Ties
17 Undefeated Seasons
Two New York State School Records
55 Game Winning Streak 1949 — 1957
48 Game Winning . . . — — Map (db m182404) HM
Near Main Street south of W Hatfield Street, on the left when traveling north.
Visitors from around the world, including U. S. Presidents, drank and bathed in the sulphur waters because it was believed to have medicinal properties.
The Native American name for this spring was Kan-a-swa-stak-e-ras meaning "the place where . . . — — Map (db m197309) HM
Near Hawkins Point Road, 0.7 miles north of Robinson Bay Road.
“I place first of all in importance the passage of the
bill creating the power authority to develop the state-owned waterpower on the St. Lawrence River.”
Franklin D. Roosevelt, April 24, 1931
This grove marks the renaming of . . . — — Map (db m152500) HM
Near New York State Route 37, 0.5 miles west of Whalen Road.
The St. Lawrence River from earliest times has provided a direct route for travel and transportation between the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes. After the Revolution much of the land in northern New York came into the hands of Alexander Macomb . . . — — Map (db m79339) HM
On New York State Route 37, 0.5 miles east of Haverstock Road, on the right when traveling west.
Following exploration by Champlain and Hudson in 1609, the first permanent settlement began in the Hudson Valley in 1624. Dutch rule was displaced in 1664 by the English who named New York after the King's brother, the Duke of York and Albany. . . . — — Map (db m79281) HM
On Morris Street at Ann Street, on the right when traveling west on Morris Street.
Honor Roll World War I World War II Town of Morrison Revolutionary War Pensioners War of 1812 Korea 1950-1955 Vietnam 1963-1975 Persian Gulf War Korea Afghanistan Iraq — — Map (db m88808) WM
On Morris Street at Ann Street, on the right when traveling west on Morris Street.
Stone Wind Mill Built 1825 at Morristown, New York by Hugh Mc Connell a miller from Scotland [stone at base of marker] This windmill property given to the village of Morristown, July 24, 1943, by Laura S. Chapman and Charles S. Chapman, N.A., . . . — — Map (db m88803) HM
On South Main Street (New York State Route 56) at Park Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
[plaque on front]In memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice in World Wars I and II ——— World War I [two names] World War II [nine names] [back on stone]Korean War [one name] Vietnam War . . . — — Map (db m79503) WM
Near Downtown Arterial Highway (New York State Route 68) at Albany Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Who ever could convince the Indians to be “on their side" would have an extreme advantage during the Seven Years War (French and Indian War)
Abbe Francois Picquet, founded a French mission called La Presentation on
June 1, 1749 present . . . — — Map (db m206000) HM
On the Downtown Arterial (New York State Route 68) west of Commerce Street, on the right when traveling west.
Iroquois Village
In 1751, approximately 3,000 Iroquois lived in villages on both sides of the Oswegatchie River and the small islands in between, with the most influential families living in the three villages neighboring the fort. . . . — — Map (db m75900) HM
For thousands of years, First Nations People plied the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River as a route for migration, trade and warfare.
Following the region's earliest occupants were European
explorers, voyageurs and settlers. Sailing vessels . . . — — Map (db m153345) HM
On Caroline Street at Riverside Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Caroline Street.
The Attack On
The Fort
On February 22, George Washington's birthday,
British forces, about 800 strong, launched their attack on
Ogdensburgh. Colonel "Red George” MeDonnell, who had
long argued that Ogdensburgh's American stronghold . . . — — Map (db m152859) HM
In late July of 1812, a U.S. Army rifle company arrived on the Northern Border. It was commanded by Captain Benjamin Forsyth, "a big dashing daredevil from North Carolina," who had his own opinions on the way to wage a war. Along the Northern . . . — — Map (db m75732) HM
On State Street (New York State Route 68) north of Knox Street, on the left when traveling north.
In 1856, the City of Ogdensburg petitioned the U.S. Treasury Department to construct an imposing Federal building that would suitably reflect Ogdensburg's importance as northern New York's leading social and commercial center.
This structure . . . — — Map (db m75638) HM
On Market Street (New York State Route 68) east of Albany Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
The Abbé Picquet monument was re-dedicated July 18, 2009 following the return of the obelisk to Lighthouse Point from Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church. The Fort la Présentation Assocation Board of Directors undertook the project with the . . . — — Map (db m224288) HM
On the Downtown Arterial (New York State Route 68) west of Commerce Street, on the right when traveling west.
A Mission/Supply Base
Fort de la Présentation, used as a fortified mission by Father Abbé François Picquet, was built at the mouth of the Oswegatchie River in 1749 and 1750. Picquet intended to Christianize much of the native population, . . . — — Map (db m75750) HM
On the Downtown Arterial (New York State Route 68) west of Commerce Street, on the right when traveling west.
This monument marks the site of
Fort la Présentation
erected in 1749 by
Abbé François Picquet
for the protection of his mission among
the Indians of the Five Nations.
The fort was occupied in 1760 by the British and evacuated . . . — — Map (db m75743) HM
On the Downtown Arterial (New York State Route 68) west of Commerce Street, on the right when traveling west.
Father Abbé François Picquet and the American Indians moved to Isle Picquet after la Présentation was vacated. The English thought the settlement was a French village and burned it during the siege.
Fort Lévis on Isle Royale
August 1759 . . . — — Map (db m75754) HM
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