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Henry Hudson Weathervane, SUNY Plaza
Albany, Albany County, New York
Restoration of Full Bodied Copper Ship Weathervane.
This large and sturdily built full bodied ship weathervane was scheduled for general restoration, including a new bearing. ACSC removed the copper replica of Henry Hudson's Half Moon from its perch 216 feet high above SUNY Plaza and replaced it when fully restored and rebuilt. According to the Smithsonian, it is the largest weathervane in the United States. Its dimensions are 6' 9" in length, and 8' 10" high. It weighs approximately 400 pounds.
This large and sturdily built full bodied ship weathervane is the largest working weathervane in the United States. It weighs approximately 400 pounds.
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The historic Henry Hudson weathervane sits 216 feet above SUNY Plaza.
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Henry Hudson's Half Moon replica as seen from the ground.
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View of the Henry Hudson full bodied copper ship replica weathervane.
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