Boonville (village), New York facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Boonville, New York
Village
The Hulbert House
Location in Oneida County and the state of New York.
Country	United States
State	New York
County	Oneida
Settled	1795
Incorporated	1855
Area
• Total	1.73 sq mi (4.49 km2)
• Land	1.73 sq mi (4.48 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation	1,142 ft (348 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	2,020
• Density	1,168.31/sq mi (450.99/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	13309
Area code(s)	315
FIPS code	36-07355
GNIS feature ID	2391556

Boonville is a small village located in Oneida County, New York, in the United States. About 2,020 people lived here according to the 2020 census. The village got its name from Gerrit Boon, who was an agent for a company called the Holland Land Company. Boonville is found inside the larger Town of Boonville, which is in the northern part of Oneida County, just north of the city of Utica.

History of Boonville

Schuyler Street around 1910

Early Settlement and Naming

The first people to settle here arrived in 1795. This settlement was started by Gerrit Boon from the Netherlands. The village officially became a village in 1855. Boon first named the area "Kortenaer," after a Dutch admiral.

Andrew Edmunds is often called the founder of Boonville. He came with Gerrit Boon in the spring of 1795. They built a sawmill on Mill Creek. Sadly, it burned down when they tried to add a gristmill. As winter came, Boon and Edmunds moved to Barneveld. They returned in the spring to rebuild and welcome more settlers.

The Historic Hulbert House

The Hulbert House is a famous inn that stands on the town square in Boonville. It was built in the early 1800s, either in 1812 or 1819. This building was the first two-story building in the village. Ephraim Owens built it, though the exact year is debated by historians.

In the 1800s, the Hulbert House was known as the most famous hotel between the Erie Canal and the St. Lawrence River. It was built as a hotel and inn, and it still serves that purpose today. The Hulbert House welcomes visitors for meals or a relaxing overnight stay. It has had many owners over the years, but it continues its long tradition.

The Black River Canal

From the 1830s to the 1850s, the Black River Canal was built. This canal connected the Erie Canal (Barge) to the Black River. The southern part of the canal went from Rome to Boonville, covering 25 miles. This section had 70 locks to lift boats and water 693 feet.

The northern part of the canal connected Boonville to Lyons Falls, a distance of 10 miles. This section needed 39 locks to lower boats and water 386 feet. In total, the Black River Canal had 109 locks, which is still a world record!

The Black River Canal was very important for the growth of the North Country. It helped businesses get their goods to markets in the East and Midwest. A museum was built to show artifacts from the canal era. This museum is located where an iron works used to be, near the Main Street Bridge.

Recent Events

In 1983, a tornado passed through Boonville. In 2004, a big employer, Ethan Allen Interiors, closed its factory. This meant many people in the village had to look for new jobs. In 2020, a large fire destroyed several homes and businesses on Main Street. Fire departments from nine nearby towns helped put out the fire.

Historic Places in Boonville

Several places in Boonville are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites. They include:

• The Boonville Historic District
• The Erwin Library and Pratt House
• The Black River Canal Warehouse
• The Five Lock Combine and Locks 37 and 38, Black River Canal
• The United States Post Office

Geography

Boonville is located at 43°28′59″N 75°19′55″W / 43.48306°N 75.33194°W / 43.48306; -75.33194. The village covers about 1.8 square miles (4.6 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the village limits.

Several important roads meet in Boonville. These include NYS Route 12, NYS Route 12D, NYS Route 46, and NYS Route 294. The area where Boonville is located is called the Tug Hill Plateau.

Population Information

In 2000, there were 2,138 people living in Boonville. Most people living in the village were White (99.49%). A very small number of people were from other racial backgrounds.

The average age of people in Boonville in 2000 was 42 years old. About 22.4% of the population was under 18 years old. About 23.4% of the population was 65 years old or older.

Education

Students in Boonville attend schools within the Adirondack Central School District.

Fun Activities and Events

NYS Woodsmen's Field Days

Every year, in August, Boonville hosts the NYS Woodsmen's Field Days. This event celebrates the forestry industry. It includes many exciting things:

• Forestry exhibits
• Fireworks displays
• A greased pole climb
• Lumberjack contests
• Demonstrations by woods craftsmen

The event starts with a Woodsmen's Parade. Lumberjacks from places like Canada, Australia, and New Zealand come to compete. The Woodsmen's Field Days is a nonprofit organization. Frank Reed started it in 1948. It has become one of the top lumberjack contests in the United States. Many volunteers help make this event a success.

Boonville Snow Festival

In late January each year, Boonville holds its Snow Festival. This winter event features:

• Vintage snowmobile races
• Beautiful ice sculptures
• A parade
• Fireworks

Local businesses also take part in the Festival of Lights, which is sponsored by the Boonville Chamber of Commerce.

Images for kids

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  The Hulbert House, a historic inn in Boonville.

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  Map showing Boonville's location in Oneida County, New York.

See also

In Spanish: Boonville (villa) para niños