Historedia
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Legislative Creation of Niagara Reservation

When
April 30, 1885
Where
New York State Legislature
Part of
Niagara Falls State Park created and opened

Governor David B. Hill signed legislation in April 1885 creating the Niagara Reservation, New York's first state park, following earlier advocacy efforts.

The bill was signed on April 30, 1885, establishing the Niagara Reservation. This followed a 1883 bill signed by Governor Grover Cleveland that authorized land acquisition. The creation marked the transition from private control to public ownership, aiming to preserve scenic lands and provide public access.

Sources

  1. Niagara Falls Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
  2. Niagara Falls State Park Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-03

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