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Uncle Sam: The Man & The Legend
Location
Troy Waterfront Farmer's Market Information Booth
Monument Square, River Street
Troy, NY 12180
County: Rensselaer
Region: Upper Hudson
Date(s)
- September 8, 2018, 10:30AM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description Explore the sites associated with Samuel Wilson, aka Uncle Sam. In 1961 President John F. Kennedy declared that Troy was the official home of Uncle Sam, and that Samuel Wilson was the progenitor of our nation's symbol. As we explore the historic district we will explore this fascinating story of the man and the legend. Sites include Samuel Wilson's home and site of the meat packing plant that made him famous during the War of 1812, as well as the Uncle Sam statue and related sites associated with Uncle Sam! Organization Hosting the Event Rensselaer County Historical SocietyRegistration
10.00 for adults 5.00 RCHS members Children under 12 freeAdditional Information
Uneven sidewalks, there are cutaway curbs for wheelchairsAdditional Equipment Required: no
Trip Duration (hours): 1.5
Difficulty: Easy
Length (miles): 1.5
Boots Needed: No
Family Friendly: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes