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Albany Bootlegger Tour
Location
Albany Visitors Center
25 Quackenbush Square
Albany, NY 12207
County: Albany
Region: Upper Hudson
Date(s)
- September 10, 2016, 2:00PM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description Notorious bootlegger, John 'Legs' Diamond met his end in Albany, NY. Was it 'offed' by rival gangster, Dutch Schultz? Was it a 'hit' organized by his jealous wife, Alice? Or perhaps his girlfriend, Kiki Roberts, had something to gain from his execution? Follow your guide and uncover the truth behind the death of Legs Diamond. Along the way, you will also hear stories of Albany's colorful brewing history, from the Erie Canal to present day. Organization Hosting the Event Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center Contact Email accvb@albany.orgRegistration
Advance registration required.September 8, 2016, 518-434-0405, accvb@albany.org
Additional Information
Flat terrainAdditional Equipment Required: NO
Trip Duration (hours): 2.5
Difficulty: Easy
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 18
Length (miles): 1.5
Boots Needed: No
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Portion
Additional Wheelchair Info: One indoor location on tour is not wheelchair accessible, otherwise it is