“Uncle Sam” Wilson’s Home

Samuel Wilson's home stood here at 144 Ferry Street, formerly 76 Ferry Street, at the southeast corner with 7th Avenue. Built in 1821, the building had a large open porch facing the avenue. Uncle Sam died there on July 31, 1854, at the age of 88. His wife Betsey (Mann) continued to live there until her death in 1863. The residence was torn down in 1971.

Troy, New York · United States