FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 14, 2003 "Singer Castle's August Opening"

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Singer Castle was originally built as The Towers on Dark Island through the architectural genius of Ernest Flagg and the vision of Frederick Gilbert Bourne. Ernest Flagg, who was noted in the early 1900's as a Beaux Art architect, created many spectacular structures. Those included Indian Neck in Oakdale, the residence of Frederick Bourne and his family, and the spectacular Singer Building in New York City, which for a brief 6 months, held the title of the tallest building in New York. Flagg was asked by Bourne to design a 'hunting retreat' for his family. Flagg designed the hunting retreat after a castle referred in a book he had just read titled Woodstock, by Sir Walter Scott. The castle features a Clock Tower (a replica of one on the Bourne estate),a labyrinth of 28 rooms and secret passageways. The castle stands today, 100 years later as a unique and amazing structure. The owners of Singer Castle are proud to open the doors of the Castle to the public on Saturday, August 2nd. The Castle staff will provide guided tours through the castle and some of the grounds at a cost of $10 for adults and $6 for children (aged 6-12). Group tour discounts will also apply. Each tour will begin at the South boathouse, and will enter the Castle through the main doors of the Great Hall complete with armor and mirrors of infinity. Tours will feature marble crafted fireplaces, Italian carved furniture, English dishes, Oriental rugs and period pieces. The castle is also proud to feature pieces by the famous Frederick Remington, who was a contemporary and neighbor of original owner Bourne. Remington had a studio at a visible nearby island and painted an impressionistic study of Dark Island. In a promotional partnership, the Castle encourages visitors to see more of Remington's original works, including the Dark Island study, at the Remington Museum in nearby Ogdensburg. The Castle is currently hiring additional Tour Guide staff for both full-time and part-time positions. These positions are seasonal positions, offer paid training and are immediately available. Interested individuals looking for a unique work experience may contact V.P. Operations, Deborah Lack at Singer Castle (315) 324-3275. Transportation to the Castle is being offered both through Alexandria Bay and Morristown. For departure times and costs of transportation, call Empire Boat Lines at 888-449-2539. Uncle Sam Boat Tours will be providing charter group tours only and can be booked by calling 877-253-9229. Castle group discounts are available for groups of 25 or more. There is also limited public docking at the South Boathouse. Scheduled Tours will run daily from 9 AM-4 PM and Charter group tours as scheduled. For those wanting to have a fairytale wedding, the Castle is open to weddings for groups of 50 or more. Call to check date availability and details for weddings or group functions. Many of the outbuildings on Dark Island as well as the fourth and fifth floors are under renovation for further viewing. North Boathouse with 9 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room with fire place and room for 100' steamboat and stack, Maple Squash Court with viewer's gallery and skylights, Ice House and underground tunnels are in the plans for future renovations. Proceeds from 2003 ticket sales will go towards ongoing renovations. Join us as we take you back to a time of elegance, opulence, and island living at its finest. Experience Singer Castle on Dark Island. ##END