Local History

Local history plays a featured role in Morrette's decor. Patrons are welcomed to walk around and learn a
little about Schenectady's past by looking at the many pictures, memorabilia and collections displayed
throughout the restaurant, some of which are contributions from relatives, friends and customers.
One will discover displays that reflect personal interest and hobbies including a collections of over 50 antique
cameras plus a wall devoted to fishing --- a favorite pastime.

"Where was the canal?
The most frequently asked question by our patrons who are always surprised to discover that it ran
directly in front of where Morrette's is now located! We have several pictures plus a written display that
tells the reader some interesting facts about this historical waterway.

"Who was Charles Steinmetz?"
A pictorial and written display will explain some of the many accomplishments
and contributions of this interesting man to Schenectady and the world.

"What was Engine 999?"
Built by Schenectady's own American Locomotive company (ALCO).
Find out what set this engine apart from all others on a Spring day in 1893.

Schenectady's history
dates back to the 1600's and it
is our pleasure to share some
of it with you. So, if you're
in search of great food,
reasonable prices and a
unique glimpse into the past
of a city we've proudly called
home for over 50 years, stop
in and see us soon!

1. Block houses
2. Rivers running beside ye Fort
3. Indians Wigwams
4. Flag staff
5. Centry box
6. Spy loft

7. Sties for hogs
8. The block house designed for a church
9. Those and others like them houses
10. A great barn
11. The treble stockadoes
12. The Fort Gates

Erected on the site of
"Queen’s Fort” Located
in Schenecady's Historic
Stocade District. Tablet
erected by Common
Council on Centennial
Anniversary of Incor-
poration of the City,
March 26, 1898.

Rebuilt in 1735, of heavy hewn timbers set on a stonewall ten feet high. Fort was one hundred feet square,
with blockhouse at each corner, twenty-four feet square and twenty feet high. Was capable of holding
three hundred men. Entered by a large swinging gate, raised like a drawbridge. Six cannon commanded
the approaches from all sides. Open square within, was used as a parade and drill ground. Taken down
during the Revolution, the timbers were used to frame the soldier’s barrack, at the corner of Union and
LaFayette Streets.