Starch Works

Historical marker location:

Glen Cove, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Glen Cove Avenue and Charles Street, on the left when traveling north on Glen Cove Avenue.)

Marker installed: 1967

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.