New York State Education Department Office of State History Historical Marker Card Files
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series documents basic information for historical markers erected throughout the state; for markers that were never erected; and for markers that were later destroyed. The cards are pre-printed with typewritten or handwritten information added. Each card contains information about the location of the marker, its inscription, when it was approved by the Office of State History staff, the date it was installed, and maintenance information. This is likely a partial inventory containing only those markers of which staff was made aware.
Title
- Historical marker card files
Quantity
- 1 cubic foot
Inclusive Dates
Bulk Dates
Series Number
- 22355
Creator
Arrangement
Arranged by county, then by town or village; however, the historical area markers found along the New York State Thruway are grouped separately.
Scope and Content Note
This series documents basic information for historical markers erected throughout the state; for markers that were never erected; and for markers that were later destroyed. The cards are pre-printed with typewritten or handwritten information added. Each card contains information about the location of the marker, its inscription, when it was approved by the Office of State History staff, the date it was installed, and maintenance information. This is likely a partial inventory containing only those markers of which staff was made aware.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Access Terms
Corporate Name(s)
- University of the State of New York
- New York State Museum
- New York (State). Education Department. Division of Archives and History