Spy Island
About
Spy Island is a historic stop in Mexico, in Oswego County, and the final resting place of Silas Towne. Towne was a common citizen of the area who became a Revolutionary War spy and hero, a reminder that the war’s stories reached far beyond the battlefields.
The island stands as a quiet reminder of that history in Oswego County. It makes an easy stop for history lovers who are exploring the Mexico area and want to see where a local hero is buried.
What to Know
- Silas Towne is buried here.
- Towne served as a spy during the Revolutionary War.
- The site is in the town of Mexico, in Oswego County.
- It is featured by Visit Oswego County.
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