The Rotary Club of Lake George recently announced the unveiling of their new welcome sign, marking a significant milestone during the club’s 75th anniversary.
The Lake George Rotary Welcome Corner is located at the intersection of Route 9 and Route 9N near Exit 21. Denny Galloway, a longtime Lake George Rotarian whose vision sparked the creation of the Rotary Welcome Corner, made the corner a reality in 2004 in collaboration with New York State DOT, Lake George town officials, Warren County officials, and landscape architects with CLA SITE Landscape Architecture, Engineering, and Planning P.C.
The Welcome Corner has been a symbol of community pride and hospitality for two decades. Over the years, the Lake George Rotary Club has diligently maintained the corner, conducting annual cleanups with the help of Lake George High School’s Interact students and senior class.
To ensure the corner continues to make a positive impression on visitors, the Lake George Rotary Club embarked on a project to design and install a new welcome sign. The modern sign incorporates LED lighting, durable materials, halo lighting, and an enticing design that reflects the natural beauty of the Lake George region.
After presenting their design to the Town of Lake George for support, a partnership was formed, leading to the creation of the new sign in collaboration with local custom fabricator Ed Ostberg of The Design Function. The design elements, inspired by artwork created for Lake George Winter Carnival promotions, pay homage to the area’s scenic landscapes.
The new sign prominently features the Rotary emblem, symbolizing Rotary’s commitment to the Lake George Community and “Service Above Self.”
“We are excited to unveil this new welcome sign, which serves as a beacon of hospitality and Rotary’s dedication to serving our community,” said Peter Wilhelm, president of the Lake George Rotary Club.