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Historical marker location:

737 Clove Rd, Staten Island, New York

( Marker can be reached from Clove Road west of Glenwood Place, on the right when traveling west.)

Capturing light from the sun to make electricity.

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.