New York K 348: Commemorating the 200th Anniversary of the Elephant Hotel

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K00348 Summary:

BILL NOK00348 

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SPONSORSlater

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04/16/2025introduced

04/17/2025adopted

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Assembly Resolution No. 348

BY: M. of A. Slater

 COMMEMORATING the 200th Anniversary of the
 Elephant Hotel

 WHEREAS, The year 2025 marks the Bicentennial of the Elephant Hotel,
a landmark of significant historical and cultural importance, in Somers,
New York; and

 WHEREAS, The Elephant Hotel was constructed between 1820 and 1825 by
Hachaliah Bailey, a pioneer in American circus history, to commemorate
his African elephant, "Old Bet," whose exhibitions contributed to the
genesis of the American circus industry; and

 WHEREAS, The Elephant Hotel has served various pivotal roles in the
community, including functioning as an inn, serving as the Somers Town
Hall, and housing the Somers Historical Society and the Museum of the
Early American Circus; and

 WHEREAS, The preservation of the Elephant Hotel, recognized as a
National Historic Landmark since 2005, offers educational opportunities
and fosters appreciation for the rich heritage of the Town of Somers and
the broader American narrative; now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body honor and celebrate the 200th
Anniversary of the Elephant Hotel, acknowledge its profound impact on
the cultural and historical landscape, and commend the ongoing efforts
to preserve and promote this esteemed landmark for future generations.

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