Life Speeds Up: Robert Fulton and and Changing New York
Sunday, October 5 at 2:00 PM
NYS Archives retired career public historian Robert W. Arnold III will explore the legacy of Robert Fulton, the creator of the first commericially successful steamboat. His achievement helped catalyze the expansion of steam power into the energy source of the Industrial Revolution. He devised canal locks that were eventually used in Britain, designed the workable submarine, and more. Registration began September 7.
Programs at the East Greenbush Library are free; however registration is required.
The Library is located at
10 Community Way
East Greenbush, NY 12061
518.477.7476
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