Herman Melville
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Historical marker in Albany, New York at the site of the family home of Herman Melville, the author of the novel Moby-Dick.
Waymark Code: WM98P2
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 07/14/2010
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This historical marker is about
Herman Melville, best known for his novel
Moby-Dick. He was born in New York City but lived some years in Albany near this site. You'll find the marker north-west of the junction of North Pearl Street and Orange Street in a small triangle shaped park. The marker stands one meter higher than the walkway behind a fence and some bushes.
Marker Text
HERMAN MELVILLE
AUTHOR OF "MOBY DICK"
STUDIED AND WORKED DURING
FORMATIVE YEARS IN ALBANY
1830-1838. FAMILY HOME AT
3 CLINTON SQUARE 1834-1838
STATE EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT 1953
Marker Name: Herman Melville
Marker Type: City
Agency: State Education Department
Dedication Date: 1953
City/Town/Village Name: Albany, New York
County: Albany
Region: Capital-Saratoga (Region 7)
Website: [Web Link]
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