Historical Marker

Haines Falls Honor Roll

Historical marker location:
Haines Falls, New York
( Memorial is at the intersection of New York State Route 23A and Railroad Station Road, on the left when traveling east on State Route 23A.)

The first capital of the United States was actually located in New York City, from 1785 to 1790. The city also served as the temporary capital while Washington, D.C. was being built.