Cherry Valley, New York facts for kids
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Cherry Valley
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Cherry Valley Historic District in 2008
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Location of Cherry Valley in Otsego County
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 Cherry Valley, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Otsego |
| Settled | 1739 |
| Established | 1791 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 40.38 sq mi (104.59 km2) |
| • Land | 40.38 sq mi (104.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,437 ft (438 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,223 |
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1,168 |
| • Density | 28.93/sq mi (11.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
13320
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-15253 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978821 |
Cherry Valley is a town located in Otsego County, New York, United States. It is in the northeastern part of the county.
Inside the town of Cherry Valley, there is also a smaller area called the Village of Cherry Valley. In 2020, about 487 people lived in the village. The town itself has a larger population.
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History of Cherry Valley
The story of Cherry Valley began in 1739. That year, a person named John Lindesay received land here. He moved to the area, and soon after, seven families from New Hampshire joined him.
The first winter was very tough due to heavy snow. The community almost didn't make it. Luckily, local Native Americans helped them by providing food and supplies.
Revolutionary War Events
During the American Revolutionary War, there was a sad event known as the Cherry Valley Massacre. In 1778, a group of Native Americans and Loyalists (people who supported the British) attacked the settlement. More than 40 people were killed, and many were captured.
Another attack happened in 1780. Because of these dangers, the village was left empty for a short time.
Town's Establishment and Growth
The town of Cherry Valley was officially created in 1791. It was formed from a larger area called Canajoharie. Cherry Valley was one of the first towns in Otsego County.
Over time, parts of Cherry Valley were used to create new towns. These included Middlefield, Springfield, and Worcester in 1797. Later, Roseboom was formed in 1854.
In 1812, the community of Cherry Valley became an official village. This meant it had its own local government.
Arts and Culture
Today, Cherry Valley is known for its lively arts scene. It also hosts a summer festival. This festival brings in many people who love opera, especially those visiting the Glimmerglass Festival nearby in Cooperstown.
A historic site called The Tepee was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.
Geography of Cherry Valley
Cherry Valley covers about 40.1 square miles (103.8 square kilometers) of land.
The northern border of the town touches Montgomery and Herkimer counties. The eastern border is next to Schoharie County.
New York State Route 166 and US Route 20 are important roads that cross through the town.
The Cherry Valley Creek flows south through the middle of the town.
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 3,684 | — | |
| 1830 | 4,098 | 11.2% | |
| 1840 | 3,923 | −4.3% | |
| 1850 | 4,186 | 6.7% | |
| 1860 | 2,552 | −39.0% | |
| 1870 | 2,337 | −8.4% | |
| 1880 | 2,260 | −3.3% | |
| 1890 | 1,803 | −20.2% | |
| 1900 | 1,802 | −0.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,706 | −5.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,400 | −17.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,326 | −5.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,274 | −3.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,330 | 4.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,156 | −13.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,122 | −2.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,205 | 7.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,210 | 0.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,266 | 4.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,223 | −3.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,229 | 0.5% | |
| 2016 (est.) | 1,168 | −4.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,266 people living in Cherry Valley. There were 482 households, which are groups of people living together. About 350 of these were families.
The population density was about 31.6 people per square mile. This means how many people live in a certain area.
About 31.7% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.63 people. The average family had 3.10 people.
The age of people in the town varied:
- 27.1% were under 18 years old.
- 5.7% were between 18 and 24.
- 27.2% were between 25 and 44.
- 24.6% were between 45 and 64.
- 15.4% were 65 years or older.
The average age in the town was 40 years old.
Famous People from Cherry Valley
Many interesting people have connections to Cherry Valley:
- Paul Bley – A talented pianist.
- Jill Flint – An actress.
- Alan Ginsberg – A famous poet who started the Committee on Poetry here.
- Samuel Morse – The inventor of the Morse code and a painter.
- William M. Oliver – A politician and judge who served in the U.S. Congress.
- Charles Plymell – A poet.
- William W. Campbell – A U.S. Congressman and judge.
Places in the Town of Cherry Valley
Here are some of the communities and locations you can find in the Town of Cherry Valley:
- Cape Wykoff – A high point located northwest of the village.
- Center Valley – A small community (hamlet) in the southeast, on County Road 50.
- Cherry Valley – The main village, located on NY-166 and Cherry Valley Creek.
- Judds Falls – A beautiful waterfall north of the village.
- Mount Independence – One of the highest points in the county.
- Salt Springville – A hamlet that crosses the northern town line.
- Shankley Mountain – A high point in the northwest part of the town.
- Sprout Brook, New York – A hamlet about five miles north of the village on Route 163.
Images for kids
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Cherry Valley Historic District in 2008
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Location of Cherry Valley in Otsego County
See also
In Spanish: Cherry Valley (Nueva York) para niños
