Greater Utica Magazine Cover February 2016 - The History of Bagg Square in Utica, New York

In this issue, we explore the history of Bagg’s Square, one of Utica’s earliest and most important centers of commerce and transportation, where the city’s growth and development first began to take shape. Once a bustling hub of industry, trade, and daily life, Bagg’s Square played a key role in shaping Utica into the community it is today, connecting people, businesses, and opportunity. Our story looks back at its origins and lasting influence on the city’s identity. As you revisit this cover along with others from the past 11 years of Greater Utica, we invite you to show some love by voting for your favorite cover—and if this is a story you’d like to see reprinted, let us know in the comments. We appreciate the feedback and look forward to seeing which cover comes out on top.