Welcome to Beacon

Historical marker location:

Beacon, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Fishkill Ave (New York State Route 52) and Robert Cahill Drive, on the right when traveling west on Fishkill Ave.)

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.