Dansville, Livingston County, New York facts for kids
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Dansville, New York
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 Dansville, New York
Location in New York
Dansville, New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Livingston |
| Town | North Dansville |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.61 sq mi (6.75 km2) |
| • Land | 2.61 sq mi (6.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,433 |
| • Density | 1,699.77/sq mi (656.36/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14437
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-19664 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0948024 |
Dansville is a small village in Livingston County, in western New York, United States. It is mostly located within the town of North Dansville, with a small part in the town of Sparta. In 2020, about 4,433 people lived there. The village gets its name from Daniel Faulkner, who was an early settler in the area. A major highway, Interstate 390, runs along the west side of the village.
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History of Dansville
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In 1854, a special health resort called a spa opened in Dansville. People would visit to try a "water cure," which was a popular health treatment at the time. Many important people came to Dansville for this.
After a few changes in ownership, James Caleb Jackson became the main doctor in 1858. He worked with his wife, known as "Mother Jackson," and their adopted daughter, Dr. Harriet Newell Austin. For many years, the Jackson family ran the place, calling it the Jackson Sanatorium by 1890.
Famous People from Dansville
Many interesting people have connections to Dansville:
- Harriet N. Austin: A doctor and a supporter of dress reform (changing how women dressed). She grew up in Dansville.
- Clara Barton: She lived in Dansville and started the very first American Red Cross chapter here in 1881.
- Edward T. Fairchild: A judge from Wisconsin who was raised in Dansville.
- Millard Fillmore: The 13th president of the United States. He lived in the village for several months.
- Job E. Hedges: A Republican candidate for governor of New York in 1912.
- Dennis Walter Hickey: An Auxiliary Bishop (a type of church leader) in Rochester, New York.
- James Caleb Jackson: He created Granula, which was the world's first breakfast cereal!
- Andrew J. Lorish: A soldier in the Union Army during the Civil War who received the Medal of Honor. He was born in Dansville in 1832.
- Nathaniel Rochester: The person who founded the city of Rochester, New York.
- Edwin F. Sweet: An Assistant Secretary of Commerce.
- John Sullivan: A professional baseball catcher and coach.
Geography of Dansville
Dansville covers about 6.8 square kilometers (2.6 square miles) of land. The village is located in a valley that was formed by glaciers long ago. This type of valley is common in western New York. The Canaseraga Creek flows north just west of Dansville. This creek eventually flows into the Genesee River.
Several important roads pass through Dansville, including Interstate 390 and New York State Route 36.
- Geneseo, which is the main town for Livingston County, is about 18 miles (29 km) northwest.
- Hornell is about 17 miles (27 km) south.
- Rochester is about 44 to 53 miles (71 to 85 km) north, depending on the route you take.
A fun place to visit nearby is Stony Brook State Park, which is about 3 miles (5 km) south of the village. It has waterfalls, hiking trails, and places to swim.
Population of Dansville
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 3,387 | — | |
| 1880 | 3,625 | 7.0% | |
| 1890 | 3,758 | 3.7% | |
| 1900 | 3,633 | −3.3% | |
| 1910 | 3,938 | 8.4% | |
| 1920 | 4,631 | 17.6% | |
| 1930 | 4,928 | 6.4% | |
| 1940 | 4,976 | 1.0% | |
| 1950 | 5,253 | 5.6% | |
| 1960 | 5,460 | 3.9% | |
| 1970 | 5,436 | −0.4% | |
| 1980 | 4,979 | −8.4% | |
| 1990 | 5,002 | 0.5% | |
| 2000 | 4,832 | −3.4% | |
| 2010 | 4,719 | −2.3% | |
| 2020 | 4,433 | −6.1% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 4,832 people living in Dansville. About 26.7% of the population was under 18 years old. Many people lived in families, with about 46.7% being married couples living together.
Important Places in Dansville
Dansville has several important facilities:
- Dansville Municipal Airport (DSV): This airport is for general aviation (smaller planes) and is located north of the village. It opened in 1927. Every September, the New York State Festival of Balloons is held at the airport, which is a big event with hot air balloons.
- Genesee Community College: A branch of this college is located in Dansville, offering local education opportunities.
- Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital: This is a 72-bed hospital that provides healthcare services to people in Dansville and the surrounding counties. It's located on the southern edge of the village.
Culture and Landmarks
One of Dansville's most interesting landmarks is the Castle on the Hill. This building looks like a castle and sits on a hillside overlooking the village. It was originally a "water cure" facility, founded in 1858 by Dr. James Caleb Jackson. It was first called "Our Home on the Hillside."
The original building burned down in 1882, but a new one was built and opened in 1883. Over the years, it became a hotel for physical fitness, where famous and wealthy people from places like New York City would come to relax and get healthy. The building is currently empty, but there are plans to fix it up. In 2008, New York State approved a grant of $2.5 million to help renovate the former "Jackson Health Resort."
See also
In Spanish: Dansville (condado de Livingston, Nueva York) para niños
