CLAYTON,
New York (August 11, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s
premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today
that New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has recognized the ABM as a destination
of significance.
Earlier this week, Governor Cuomo highlighted several
scenic and historic transportation destinations and encouraged New Yorkers to
consider taking a midsummer trek through the state’s rich history. The
destinations are part of the Governor’s Path Through History program that
highlights historically and culturally significant sites and events throughout
New York State.
“From the untamed beauty of Niagara Falls, all along the
Erie Canal, and on to the soaring peaks of the Adirondacks, New York State has
a multitude of historic attractions that deserve a visit to experience,”
Governor Cuomo said in a press release. “Our state has played a particularly
important role in the development of transportation industries and technology,
and the Path Through History program is a great way to appreciate them.
Whatever your interests, New York is rich with incredible destinations that
will make any trip around the Empire State an unforgettable experience.”
The ABM was recognized by the Governor for its extensive
collection of more than 300 finely-crafted boats and thousands of boating
artifacts, all of which played an important role in transportation history
across New York State and beyond.
Path Through History, introduced by Governor
Andrew M. Cuomo, builds on New York’s already robust heritage tourism
attractions. The initiative is currently focused on 13 themes including: Arts
& Culture, Natural History, U.S. Presidents, Women’s Rights, Canals &
Transportation, Civil Rights, Colonial History, Immigration, Innovation &
Commerce, The Revolutionary War, Native American Heritage, Sports History and
the War of 1812. Important heritage sites and events across the state were
selected with input from leading historians. For more information, visit http://paththroughhistory.ny.gov/.
Located on the
St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a
collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of
recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50th
annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North
America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.
