New York State Markers
NEW YORK STATE HISTORIC MARKERS
The New York State Historic Markers
Program started in 1926 as a way to commemorate historic sites during the Sesqui-centennial of the American Revolution and over 2,800 historic sites were identified for passersby with the bright blue and gold signs, which proclaimed the significance of each location. This was an age when the first tourists were venturing out into unfamiliar territory and were curious about the history of places they had never seen before. The Town of Ontario boasts seven of these Historic Markers which are represented by the Red Stars on the map inset. Click on the number next to each star to view a photo of the actual sign….
