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Arcadia, New York
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Location in Wayne County and the state of New York.
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 Arcadia, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Wayne |
| Settled | 1791 |
| Established | February 15, 1825 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 52.14 sq mi (135.05 km2) |
| • Land | 52.03 sq mi (134.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 14,244 |
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(2016)
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13,686 |
| • Density | 263.03/sq mi (101.56/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area codes | 315 and 680 |
| FIPS code | 36-02440 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978686 |
| Website | https://townarcadia.digitaltowpath.org/ |
Arcadia is a town located in Wayne County, New York, United States. In 2010, about 14,244 people lived here.
The Town of Arcadia is on the southern edge of Wayne County. It is located east of the city of Rochester, New York. The main postal code for Arcadia is 14513, which is for the nearby village of Newark.
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History of Arcadia
Early Settlement and Formation
People first settled in the area that is now Arcadia around 1791. The Town of Arcadia was officially created in 1825. It was formed from a part of the Town of Lyons.
Famous Events and Conservation
Hydesville, New York was a small community within Arcadia. It is famous as the home of the Fox Sisters. They were known for starting the Spiritualism movement in the mid-1800s.
In 1957, the Bergen Swamp Preservation Society helped protect Zurich Bog. This important natural area was set aside for conservation. The town is also part of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.
Geography of Arcadia
Land and Water
Arcadia covers a total area of about 52.1 square miles (135.05 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 52.0 square miles (134.76 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.1 square miles (0.29 square kilometers), is water.
Important Waterways and Landforms
The famous Erie Canal runs through the town. It also passes through the Village of Newark. The eastern end of "the Wide Waters," which is a broad part of the canal, is located in Arcadia.
The land in Arcadia has many drumlins. These are small, oval-shaped hills formed by glaciers long ago. The Zurich Bog, a large swamp, is also a notable landform.
Borders and Roads
The southern border of Arcadia touches Ontario County. Major roads like New York State Route 31 (running east-west) and New York State Route 88 meet in Newark, just south of the Erie Canal.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 3,774 | — | |
| 1840 | 4,980 | 32.0% | |
| 1850 | 5,145 | 3.3% | |
| 1860 | 5,319 | 3.4% | |
| 1870 | 5,271 | −0.9% | |
| 1880 | 5,702 | 8.2% | |
| 1890 | 6,310 | 10.7% | |
| 1900 | 7,046 | 11.7% | |
| 1910 | 8,672 | 23.1% | |
| 1920 | 9,266 | 6.8% | |
| 1930 | 10,051 | 8.5% | |
| 1940 | 12,108 | 20.5% | |
| 1950 | 12,816 | 5.8% | |
| 1960 | 15,836 | 23.6% | |
| 1970 | 15,245 | −3.7% | |
| 1980 | 14,697 | −3.6% | |
| 1990 | 14,855 | 1.1% | |
| 2000 | 14,889 | 0.2% | |
| 2010 | 14,244 | −4.3% | |
| 2016 (est.) | 13,686 | −3.9% | |
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In 2010, Arcadia had 14,244 residents. There were 5,792 households in the town. The population density was about 273.4 people per square mile.
Diversity in Arcadia
The people living in Arcadia come from different backgrounds. In 2010, about 89.3% of residents were White. About 4.6% were Black or African American. Other groups included Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. About 6.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Households
The median age in Arcadia was 42.4 years. About 24.8% of the population was under 20 years old. Many households (43.2%) were married couples living together. About 14.4% of households were led by a female without a husband present.
Communities and Locations in Arcadia
Arcadia is home to several smaller communities and interesting spots:
- Arcadia — This former community is now part of the Village of Newark.
- Austin — A small community that borders the town of Sodus. It is found along Maple Ridge Road and Austin Road.
- Brantling Hill — This is a large drumlin, a hill shaped by glaciers. It is located in the northeast part of the town and has a ski slope.
- Fairville — A community near the center of the town, located along State Route 88.
- Fairville Station — This community is northeast of Newark. It is along Fairville Station Road, Heidenreich Road, Coleman Hill Road, and Arcadia Zurich Norris Road.
- Hydesville — A small community north of Newark village. It is on Hydesville Road and Parker Road. This hamlet is known as the birthplace of Modern Spiritualism. This is because of events involving the Fox sisters who lived there.
- Marbletown — A community near the southern town line. It is on Marbletown Road (County Road 336), Miller Road, and Silver Hill Road.
- Minsteed — A community in the northwest part of the town. It is located on Martin Road, Skinner Road, and Minsteed Road.
- Mud Mills — A community northeast of Newark. It is on Welcher Road (County Road 234), Mud Mills Road, and Sleight Road.
- Newark — This is the main village in the town. It is located on the Erie Canal and where NY-31 and NY-88 intersect.
- Stebbins Corner — A place west of Hydesville on Tellier Road (County Road 225).
- Whitings Corners — A community just north of Newark, southwest of Mud Mills, and east of Hydesville.
- Zurich — A location in the northeast corner of the town. It is on Zurich Road (County Road 237), Bramer Road, Lembke Road, Deneef Road, and Layton Street Road. Part of it is also in the town of Lyons.
- Zurich Bog — A large swamp west of Zurich. It is the lowest point in the town and a registered national landmark. It is also called "Mud Pond," which is an open body of water within the bog. Early settlers called it "Big Swamp," and natives called it "Bottomless Pit." The swamp is about three miles long and one mile wide.
Notable people
- Electa Amanda Wright Johnson (1838-1929), a kind person who gave money to good causes and was also a writer.
See also
In Spanish: Arcadia (Nueva York) para niños
