Downtown Ogdensburg has a variety of cultural, historic, recreational and community resources that make this a vibrant hometown and a unique destination for visitors.

Historic and Cultural Attractions

• Fort de la Presentation: Van Rensselaer Point along the City’s waterfront was the location of a fortified mission founded by Abbe Francois Picquet in 1749. Although the original fort is no longer present, the area features a waterfront heritage trail known as Picquet Trail and the Abbe Picquet Memorial monument.
• Frederic Remington Art Museum: Ogdensburg is home to the Remington Art Museum known for its collection of original Remington sculptures and oil paintings
• Historic Buildings: The urban landscape has a variety of historic buildings and features including several downtown buildings listed on National and State Registers of Historic Places, as well as the renowned Ogdensburg Harbor Lighthouse.

Recreation and Natural Resources

• Dobisky Visitors’ Center: Visitors to the waterfront are welcomed at the Dobisky Visitors Center, within the City’s Greenbelt Park System. The facility offers a variety of amenities including a boater’s lounge with showers, laundry facilities and meeting rooms.
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• Paterson Street Boat Launch: Adjacent to the Port of Ogdensburg is a city-owned boat launch that provides access to the St. Lawrence River.
• Great Lakes Seaway Trail: The 518 mile National Scenic Byway follows a series of designated roads and highways along the Saint Lawrence Seaway.
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• Oswegatchie River Blueway Trail: Offering abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, the Trail is a destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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• Maple Traditions Scenic Byway:The New York State Designated Scenic Byway, called Maple Traditions, is an 80-mile route that begins in Lowville and ends in Ogdensburg. The route travels through rural communities and provides access to a mixed landscape of woods, fields and waterways for a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities.
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