Lima (village), New York facts for kids
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Lima, New York
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Country | United States |
State | New York |
County | Livingston |
Town | Lima |
Area | |
• Total | 1.34 sq mi (3.48 km2) |
• Land | 1.34 sq mi (3.48 km2) |
• Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
Elevation | 827 ft (252 m) |
Population
(2020)
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• Total | 2,094 |
• Density | 1,556.88/sq mi (600.94/km2) |
Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
ZIP code |
14485
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Area code(s) | 585 |
FIPS code | 36-42323 |
GNIS feature ID | 2390941 |
Lima is a small and friendly village located in Livingston County, New York, United States. It's part of the larger town of Lima. In 2020, about 2,094 people lived in the village. This makes it a close-knit community.
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History of Lima
The village of Lima has a long and interesting past. It was started in 1788 by two brave veterans, Paul Davison and Jonathan Gould. They had fought in the American Revolution and explored the area during the Sullivan Campaign.
Early Names and Changes
When it was first settled, the village was called "Charleston" in 1797. But in 1808, its name was changed to "Lima." This new name came from a town called Old Lyme, Connecticut. Because of this, people in Lima, New York, say the name like the "lima bean," not like the big city in Peru.
Genesee College and Education
Lima was once home to an important school called the Genesee Wesleyan Seminary. It opened in 1822 and became Genesee College in 1849. This school was special because it was one of the first in the country to allow both boys and girls to study together. However, in 1870, a church group decided to close the college. They chose to support a new school, Syracuse University, instead. Many people in Lima were sad about this decision.
Famous People from Lima
Many notable people have connections to Lima:
- Belva Ann Lockwood: She was the first woman lawyer allowed to argue cases in front of the Supreme Court.
- Kenneth Keating: He served as a U.S. representative, a senator, and an ambassador to Israel.
- James Edward Quigley: He became an archbishop of Chicago, a very important religious leader.
- W. W. Thayer: He was a former governor of Oregon.
- Henry Jarvis Raymond: He was the person who started the famous newspaper, the New York Times.
Historic Places to See
Many buildings and sites in Lima are so important that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are protected because of their history.
Name on the Register | Image | Date listed | Location | City or town | Description | |
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1 | Alverson-Copeland House |
(#89001133) |
1612 Rochester St. 42°54′52″N 77°37′00″W / 42.914444°N 77.616667°W |
Lima | ||
2 | Barnard Cobblestone House |
(#89001122) |
7192 W. Main St. 42°54′12″N 77°37′03″W / 42.903333°N 77.6175°W |
Lima | ||
3 | Bristol House |
(#89001135) |
1950 Lake Ave. 42°54′11″N 77°36′45″W / 42.903056°N 77.6125°W |
Lima | ||
4 | Cargill House |
(#89001126) |
1839 Rochester St. 42°54′27″N 77°36′42″W / 42.9075°N 77.611667°W |
Lima | ||
5 | Clark Farm Complex |
(#89001125) |
7646 E. Main Rd. 42°54′13″N 77°35′37″W / 42.903611°N 77.593611°W |
Lima | ||
6 | Dayton House |
(#89001131) |
7180 W. Main St. 42°54′12″N 77°37′05″W / 42.903333°N 77.618056°W |
Lima | ||
7 | William DePuy House |
(#89001127) |
1825 Genesee St. 42°54′27″N 77°36′50″W / 42.9075°N 77.613889°W |
Lima | ||
8 | Draper House |
(#89001140) |
1764 Rochester St. 42°54′35″N 77°36′44″W / 42.909722°N 77.612222°W |
Lima | ||
9 | Genesee Wesleyan Seminary and Genesee College Hall |
(#76001227) |
College St. 42°54′32″N 77°36′53″W / 42.908889°N 77.614722°W |
Lima | ||
10 | Harden House |
(#89001142) |
7343 E. Main St. 42°54′19″N 77°36′38″W / 42.905278°N 77.610556°W |
Lima | ||
11 | William Harmon House |
(#89001130) |
1847 Genesee St. 42°54′24″N 77°36′50″W / 42.906667°N 77.613889°W |
Lima | ||
12 | Hillcrest |
(#80002648) |
7242 W. Main St. 42°54′14″N 77°36′53″W / 42.903889°N 77.614722°W |
Lima | ||
13 | Morgan Cobblestone Farmhouse |
(#89001118) |
6870 W. Main Rd. 42°54′06″N 77°37′55″W / 42.901667°N 77.631944°W |
Lima | ||
14 | J. Franklin Peck House |
(#89001128) |
7347 E. Main St. 42°54′20″N 77°36′36″W / 42.905556°N 77.61°W |
Lima | ||
15 | St. Rose Roman Catholic Church Complex |
(#88001345) |
Lake Ave. 42°54′06″N 77°36′41″W / 42.901667°N 77.611389°W |
Lima | ||
16 | School No. 6 |
(#89001121) |
6679 Jenks Rd. 42°52′36″N 77°38′44″W / 42.876667°N 77.645556°W |
Lima | ||
17 | Spencer House |
(#89001124) |
7372 E. Main St. 42°54′20″N 77°36′31″W / 42.905556°N 77.608611°W |
Lima | ||
18 | Stanley House |
(#89001129) |
7364 E. Main St. 42°54′20″N 77°36′33″W / 42.905556°N 77.609167°W |
Lima | ||
19 | William L. Vary House |
(#89001141) |
7378 E. Main St. 42°54′21″N 77°36′30″W / 42.905833°N 77.608333°W |
Lima | ||
20 | Asahel Warner House |
(#89001139) |
7136 W. Main St. 42°54′09″N 77°37′15″W / 42.9025°N 77.620833°W |
Lima | ||
21 | Matthew Warner House |
(#89001138) |
7449 E. Main St. 42°54′30″N 77°36′15″W / 42.908333°N 77.604167°W |
Lima |
Geography of Lima
Lima is located in the northeastern part of Livingston County. It sits right in the middle of the town of Lima. You can find it where two main roads meet: New York State Route 5/U.S. Route 20 and New York State Route 15A.
The village is about 4 miles (6.4 km) east of Interstate 390. It's also about 15 miles (24 km) northeast of Geneseo, which is the main town for Livingston County. The big city of Rochester is about 19 miles (31 km) south of Lima.
The village covers an area of about 1.34 square miles (3.5 square kilometers), and all of it is land. A small stream called Spring Brook forms the eastern edge of the village. This brook flows north into Honeoye Creek, which is part of the larger Genesee River system.
Population and People
Lima is home to a diverse group of people. The population has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 2,459 people living in the village. By 2020, the population was 2,094.
Historical population | |||
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Census | Pop. | %± | |
1870 | 1,257 | — | |
1880 | 1,878 | 49.4% | |
1890 | 1,003 | −46.6% | |
1900 | 949 | −5.4% | |
1910 | 866 | −8.7% | |
1920 | 843 | −2.7% | |
1930 | 897 | 6.4% | |
1940 | 942 | 5.0% | |
1950 | 1,147 | 21.8% | |
1960 | 1,366 | 19.1% | |
1970 | 1,686 | 23.4% | |
1980 | 2,025 | 20.1% | |
1990 | 2,165 | 6.9% | |
2000 | 2,459 | 13.6% | |
2010 | 2,139 | −13.0% | |
2020 | 2,094 | −2.1% | |
U.S. Decennial Census |
Most people in Lima are White, but there are also Black, Native American, Asian, and other racial groups. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino background. In 2000, about 36.6% of homes had children under 18 living there. The average age of people in the village was 32 years old.
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See also
In Spanish: Lima (villa) para niños