Ogdensburg in northern New York state is a small city steeped in history and natural beauty. It's known for having a variety of historic sites, such as the Frederic Remington Art Museum, the Burnham Point State Park Historic Site, and the Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge. There are also plenty of recreational activities to enjoy such as fishing, boating, and swimming at one of its lovely beaches along the St. Lawrence River. The city is also home to numerous restaurants and boutiques, making it a great place to explore. Reviews of Ogdensburg generally praise the city's rich culture and natural beauty. People enjoy taking part in the many outdoor activities available while admiring the unique architecture that gives this city its distinctive charm. Visitors appreciate the friendly locals who offer an abundance of local knowledge about attractions and restaurants around town. Ogdensburg is an excellent destination for those looking for a quaint getaway with plenty to do and see!
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Ogdensburg - 1/30/2009
Ogdensburg is a small town rich in history located on the banks of the majestic St. Lawrence River. With its low crime rate, low cost of living, low housing prices, and excellent schools, it is a family oriented community where folks tend to look out for each other.
The community offers a broad network of civic, fraternal and service clubs, an extensive youth recreation program, and facilities.
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Ogdensburg - 1/30/2009
Ogdensburg, N.Y. is an historic community on the banks of the St. Lawrence River. It offers one of upstate New York's largest shoreline parks, a municipal pool, tennis courts, two hockey arenas, muncipal marina, tennis courts, skateboard park, with access to an extensive walking trail system. The city offers one of the region's largest and most varied youth recreation programs.
The community has a rich history and culture. It played a key role in the history of three nations. Settled by the French as a mission fort known as Fort la Presentation in 1749, it served as a base of operations throughout what's known as the French and Indian War. The British renamed it Fort Oswegatchie in 1760, used it to launch raids on the Mohawk Valley throughout the Revolutionary War. Even after the war, the British refused to leave until 1796, 20 years after the Declaration of Independence.
The Americans used it a base of operations for raids into Canada during the War of 1812.
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