Governor Hochul Illuminates New York State Landmarks in Honor of St. Patrick's Day

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State landmarks will be lit green tonight, March 17, in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

"Over 100 years ago, my father's parents immigrated from County Kerry in Ireland to the United States, and as the highest-ranking Irish-American elected official in New York State, I am proud to honor the contributions Irish-American New Yorkers have made to our state and country," Governor Hochul said. "Today, we recognize the Irish-American spirit of toughness, perseverance and resiliency, and I wish the thousands of New Yorkers celebrating today a very safe and happy St. Patrick's Day."

The landmarks to be lit in honor of St. Patrick's Day include:

• One World Trade Center
• Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
• Kosciuszko Bridge
• The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
• State Education Building
• Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
• Empire State Plaza
• State Fairgrounds - Main Gate and Expo Center
• Niagara Falls
• The "Franklin D. Roosevelt" Mid-Hudson Bridge
• Grand Central Terminal - Pershing Square Viaduct
• Albany International Airport Gateway
• Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal