First Settlers

Historical marker location:

Silver Creek, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Howard Street (New York State Route 5 at milepost 8.4) and Buffalo Street, on the right when traveling north on Howard Street.)

Marker installed: 2003

The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in New York City in 1924. It was originally called the Macy's Christmas Parade and featured live animals from the Central Park Zoo.