Showing posts with label schuyler mansion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label schuyler mansion. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Or did Burr shoot Aaron?


A rather amusing piece from Times Union on August 4, 1936. 

Historic Albany:

'Aaron Shot Burr On Albany Corner”

Touring Reporter Gets Startling Angles on City

By Tourist

Leaving gun and camera at home, the touring reporter stalked through historic old Albany yesterday, armed with pencil and paper to bag a compiled report on how much Albanians actually know about their city.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Independence Day at The Schuyler Mansion

On Monday, July 4, the Schuyler Mansion will hold an Independence Day Celebration from 11:00 A.M. to 4 P.M.

The event will include a balladeer, games, magicians, tinsmiths, ice cream, and other family-themed activities at the Mansion on 32 Catherine Street (South End).

For more information, contact the Schuyler Mansion at 518-434-0834

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Burgoyne Plaque

Plaque at SUNY Plaza on Broadway at the foot of State Street noting the route traveled by the British officer following his loss at the pivotal Battle of Saratoga. His objective had been to capture Albany, not come here in defeat. However, because of his standing as an officer, "Gentleman Johnny" was a guest at the Schuyler Mansion during his stay here as a prisoner.

For further reading, John Burgoyne at Wikipedia