Kingsbury, New York facts for kids
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Kingsbury
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Location in Washington County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 40.02 sq mi (103.65 km2) |
| • Land | 39.69 sq mi (102.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.33 sq mi (0.85 km2) |
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 12,968 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
12839 (primary)
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| FIPS code | 36-39650 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979117 |
Kingsbury is a town located in western Washington County, New York, in the United States. It is part of the Glens Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is a group of nearby cities and towns. In 2020, about 12,968 people lived in Kingsbury. This was a small increase from the 12,671 people counted in 2010.
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History of Kingsbury
Early Beginnings
Kingsbury was officially created by a special document from King George III on May 11, 1762. It was named after a small area called Kingsbury near London, England.
The very first person to settle here was James Bradshaw. Soon after, Albert Baker arrived and built a sawmill. This mill was located at a place now known as Baker's Falls. Another early settler, John Jones, also built a mill in the town's northwest part. After Jones passed away, Edward Patten bought his land. Patten renamed the settlement Pattens Mills, a name still used today.
Revolutionary War and Changes
During the American Revolutionary War, a famous general named John Burgoyne and his soldiers traveled through Kingsbury. This happened after a battle at Fort Anne.
In 1780, a leader named Major Christopher Carleton led a raid. His group set fire to almost everything in town. They only spared the homes of people who supported the British, known as Loyalists.
For a short time in 1781, Kingsbury became part of the Vermont Republic. But the next year, Vermont gave up its claim. New York then officially recognized Kingsbury as one of its towns.
In 1810, the settlement near Baker's Falls became an official village. It was called Sandy Hill. Later, in 1910, its name was changed to Hudson Falls.
Canals and Industries
Important waterways were built in Kingsbury. The Champlain Canal opened in 1823. Then, the Glens Falls Feeder Canal followed in 1833. These canals helped move goods and people.
The main jobs in Kingsbury involved farming, milling (grinding grain), mining, and logging (cutting down trees). People also mined Limestone at a place called Smiths Basin.
Geography of Kingsbury
Kingsbury covers about 40 square miles (103.65 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The western edge of Kingsbury touches the borders of two other counties. These are Saratoga County and Warren County.
Roads and Waterways
Several important roads pass through Kingsbury. NY 196 crosses the southern part of town. NY 149 runs along part of the eastern border. It also meets US 4, which goes through Hudson Falls and the northeastern part of town.
The Champlain Canal is a big part of New York's canal system. It flows through the eastern section of Kingsbury.
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 2,203 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,606 | 18.3% | |
| 1840 | 2,773 | 6.4% | |
| 1850 | 3,032 | 9.3% | |
| 1860 | 3,471 | 14.5% | |
| 1870 | 4,277 | 23.2% | |
| 1880 | 4,614 | 7.9% | |
| 1890 | 4,677 | 1.4% | |
| 1900 | 6,100 | 30.4% | |
| 1910 | 7,080 | 16.1% | |
| 1920 | 7,336 | 3.6% | |
| 1930 | 8,094 | 10.3% | |
| 1940 | 8,697 | 7.4% | |
| 1950 | 9,503 | 9.3% | |
| 1960 | 11,012 | 15.9% | |
| 1970 | 11,737 | 6.6% | |
| 1980 | 11,660 | −0.7% | |
| 1990 | 11,851 | 1.6% | |
| 2000 | 11,171 | −5.7% | |
| 2010 | 12,671 | 13.4% | |
| 2020 | 12,968 | 2.3% | |
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In 2000, about 11,171 people lived in Kingsbury. There were 4,491 households, which are groups of people living together.
The population has grown quite a bit over the years. For example, in 1820, only 2,203 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 12,968 people. This shows how Kingsbury has developed over time.
Communities and Locations in Kingsbury
Communities
- Adamsville – A small community (called a hamlet) on the eastern edge of town, along NY 196.
- Baldwin Corner – Another hamlet located in the northeastern part of Kingsbury, on US 4.
- Dunham Basin – A place east of Hudson Falls, connected to the Champlain Canal.
- Hudson Falls – A larger community (called a village). It used to be the main government center for Washington County until 1994.
- Kingsbury – There is also a hamlet named Kingsbury itself, located on US 4.
- Pattens Mills – A hamlet in the northwestern corner of Kingsbury.
- Smiths Basin – A hamlet east of the Kingsbury hamlet, on NY 149, also near the Champlain Canal.
- Vaughns Corners – A hamlet north of Hudson Falls, where two county roads meet.
Geographical Features
- Big Creek – A stream that flows into the Champlain Canal near Smiths Basin.
- Bond Creek – Another stream that flows into the Champlain Canal, near Dunham Basin.
- Wood Creek – A stream that flows out of the southern part of the town.
See also
In Spanish: Kingsbury (Nueva York) para niños
