Lyons, New York facts for kids
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Lyons, New York
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Wayne County Courthouse
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"Peppermint City"
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Location in Wayne County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Wayne |
| Settled | 1789 |
| Established | March 1, 1811 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.69 sq mi (12.15 km2) |
| • Land | 4.61 sq mi (11.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.20 km2) |
| Elevation | 410 ft (137 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,989 |
| • Density | 864.73/sq mi (333.88/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
14489
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| Area code(s) | 315 and 680 |
| FIPS code | 36-43962 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0956197 |
| Website | http://lyonstown.com/ |
Lyons is a town in Wayne County, New York. It's also the main town, or county seat, of the county. In 2010, about 5,682 people lived here. The town got its name from the city of Lyon, France.
The Town of Lyons is located in the south-central part of Wayne County. It includes a smaller community also called Lyons, which used to be a village. The town is an important stop along the historic Erie Canal.
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Exploring Lyons' Past
The area where Lyons is located was once part of a large land area called the Pulteney Estate. People started settling here around 1789. This region was first known as "The Forks."
How Lyons Became a Town
The Town of Lyons was officially created on March 1, 1811. It was formed from a larger area that was part of the Town of Sodus.
The Erie Canal's Arrival
A very important event for Lyons was the completion of the Erie Canal up to the town by 1821. The canal helped Lyons grow by making it easier to transport goods. In 1825, the town's size changed when the Town of Arcadia was formed nearby.
Where is Lyons Located?
Lyons covers about 37.6 square miles (97.4 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 37.5 square miles (97.1 square kilometers), is land. A small part, 0.1 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water.
Main Roads in Lyons
Two important roads, New York State Route 14 and New York State Route 31, meet in the community of Lyons. These roads help people travel through and around the town.
Who Lives in Lyons?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 3,972 | — | |
| 1830 | 3,603 | −9.3% | |
| 1840 | 4,302 | 19.4% | |
| 1850 | 4,925 | 14.5% | |
| 1860 | 5,076 | 3.1% | |
| 1870 | 5,115 | 0.8% | |
| 1880 | 5,762 | 12.6% | |
| 1890 | 6,228 | 8.1% | |
| 1900 | 5,824 | −6.5% | |
| 1910 | 5,913 | 1.5% | |
| 1920 | 5,559 | −6.0% | |
| 1930 | 5,073 | −8.7% | |
| 1940 | 5,076 | 0.1% | |
| 1950 | 5,379 | 6.0% | |
| 1960 | 6,147 | 14.3% | |
| 1970 | 6,015 | −2.1% | |
| 1980 | 6,073 | 1.0% | |
| 1990 | 6,315 | 4.0% | |
| 2000 | 5,831 | −7.7% | |
| 2010 | 5,682 | −2.6% | |
| 2020 | 3,989 | −29.8% | |
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In 2010, there were 5,682 people living in the town of Lyons. There were 2,206 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
Diversity in Lyons
Most of the people in Lyons are White (87.1%). About 8.1% are Black or African American. Smaller groups include Native American (0.4%) and Asian (0.2%). About 4.7% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Town
The population in Lyons is spread across different age groups.
- About 24.8% of residents are under 20 years old.
- About 6.2% are between 20 and 24 years old.
- About 23.5% are between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 28.5% are between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 16.9% are 65 years or older.
The average age in Lyons is about 41.9 years.
Family Life and Income
The average household in Lyons had about 2.41 people. The average family had about 2.94 people. The typical income for a household in the town was $39,198. For families, the typical income was $53,430.
Lyons' Economy
A very important business in Lyons' history was the H.G. Hotchkiss Essential Oil Company. H.G. Hotchkiss moved his company to Lyons in 1841. This company played a big role in the local economy for many years.
Arts and Culture in Lyons
Lyons has several places that are important for their history and culture.
Historic Places
Two places in Lyons are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the Dipper Dredge No. 3 and the Towar–Ennis Farmhouse and Barn Complex. These sites are protected because of their historical importance.
The Erie Canal's Legacy
Lyons is part of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. This means the town is recognized for its connection to the historic Erie Canal.
- Old Lock 56: You can still see parts of the old Enlarged Erie Canal Lock 56, also known as the Poorhouse Lock. This lock was built in 1842 and helped boats move up or down the canal. It was no longer used around 1911.
- Current Lock 28A: The current Erie Canal Lock 28A is located just west of Lyons. It was built around 1913 and helps boats change elevation by 19.5 feet (5.85 meters). Next to the lock is a complex of dry docks, which are used to repair boats.
Famous People from Lyons
Many notable people have connections to Lyons, New York.
- Michael Bastian — A well-known fashion designer.
- Jim Boeheim — A famous basketball coach for Syracuse University.
- Willard H. Brownson — A Rear Admiral who was in charge of the US Naval Academy from 1902 to 1905.
- John H. Camp — A former US Congressman.
- Ann Collins — An artist known for her paintings of horses.
- William Dorsheimer — A former Lieutenant Governor of New York and U.S. Congressman.
- Birgitta Moran Farmer — A miniaturist, an artist who creates very small paintings.
- Cordelia A. Greene — A physician, or doctor.
- Bob Hartman — A guitarist and one of the founders of the Christian rock band Petra.
- John M. Holley — A former US Congressman.
- Vashti McCollum — An important person who worked to remove religious teaching from public schools. She was born in Lyons.
- William Patterson — A former US Congressman.
- Myron Charles Taylor — A special envoy (representative) to the Vatican under Presidents Roosevelt and Truman. He was also the CEO of United States Steel Corporation.
- Mildred F. Taylor — A New York State Assemblywoman.
Communities in the Town of Lyons
The Town of Lyons includes several smaller communities:
- Alloway — A small community in the southern part of the town, located on NY-14.
- Lyons — This is the main community, located where NY-31 and NY-14 meet, right along the Erie Canal.
- Pilgrimport — A community near the eastern edge of the town, on County Road 244, along the old route of the Erie Canal.
- Slaterville — A community that grew around the railroad, located south of NY-31. It is now part of the larger community of Lyons.
- Zurich — A community near the town line in the northwest part of the town, on County Road 237.
See also
In Spanish: Lyons (Nueva York) para niños
