Perry (village), New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Perry, New York
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Main Street, April 2020
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 Perry (village), New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Wyoming |
| Settled | 1809 |
| Incorporated | May 17, 1830 |
| Named for | Oliver Hazard Perry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.45 sq mi (6.34 km2) |
| • Land | 2.34 sq mi (6.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,371 ft (418 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,536 |
| • Density | 1,513.05/sq mi (584.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14530
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-57243 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0960202 |
Perry is a charming village located in Wyoming County, New York, in the United States. It is part of both the town of Perry and the town of Castile. In 2020, about 3,536 people lived there. The village is easy to find, located where state routes 39 and 246 meet.
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History of Perry Village
The Village of Perry officially became a village in 1830. This means it got its own local government at that time.
Several important buildings and areas in Perry are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect places that are special because of their history or architecture. Some of these include the Perry Downtown Historic District, the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Perry, the Brick Presbyterian Church, the Barna C. Roup House, and Epworth Hall.
In 2019, Perry made a special connection with Nailsworth, England. They signed a Friendship Agreement, which is a way for two places to become partners and share ideas.
Fun Things to Do in Perry
Perry has become a lively place with many new businesses opening, especially downtown. It's a great spot for events and activities!
- Perry Farmers' Market: Every Saturday morning from mid-June to September, the downtown area buzzes with a farmers' market. It attracts hundreds of people looking for fresh local goods.
- Signature Events: Perry hosts several exciting events throughout the year. These include the Perry Chalk Art Festival, where artists create amazing temporary artworks, the Tour de Perry, Shake on the Lake, the New York State Puppet Festival, the Silver Serpent Triathlon, and the Silver Lake Sea Serpent Arts and Crafts Show.
- Outdoor Fun: The village has improved its public beach and added a fun Splash Park to its Village Park. A new part of the Silver Lake Trail now connects the beach to Main Street, perfect for walking or biking.
- Future Growth: In 2023, Perry received $10 million from New York State to make the downtown area even better. This money will help expand the Silver Lake Trail, fix up the Assembly Hall, and create more than 60 new homes.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 867 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,115 | 28.6% | |
| 1890 | 1,528 | 37.0% | |
| 1900 | 2,763 | 80.8% | |
| 1910 | 4,388 | 58.8% | |
| 1920 | 4,717 | 7.5% | |
| 1930 | 4,231 | −10.3% | |
| 1940 | 4,468 | 5.6% | |
| 1950 | 4,533 | 1.5% | |
| 1960 | 4,629 | 2.1% | |
| 1970 | 4,538 | −2.0% | |
| 1980 | 4,198 | −7.5% | |
| 1990 | 4,219 | 0.5% | |
| 2000 | 3,945 | −6.5% | |
| 2010 | 3,673 | −6.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,536 | −3.7% | |
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According to the 2000 census, there were 3,945 people living in Perry. About 1,560 households were in the village. Many families lived there, with 33.1% of households having children under 18. The average age of people in Perry was 37 years old.
Where is Perry Located?
Perry is located at coordinates 42.716876 degrees North and -78.004582 degrees West.
The village covers a total area of about 2.4 square miles (6.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Perry is found at the northeast end of Silver Lake. It is also close to two beautiful state parks: Letchworth State Park to the west and Silver Lake State Park to the northeast.
Famous People from Perry
Many interesting people have connections to Perry, New York:
- Chester A. Arthur: He was the twenty-first President of the United States. He spent some of his childhood years living in Perry.
- James M. Bingham: He served as a former Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.
- C. W. Dibble: A former football coach for the University at Buffalo.
- J. Francis Harter: He was a former US Congressman.
- Edwin B. Kelsey: Another former US Congressman.
- William D. Metz: A historian from Rhode Island.
- Lewis B. Parsons Jr.: He was a brigadier general for the Union Army during the Civil War.
- David Rubio: A talented maker of stringed musical instruments.
- Thomas Blanchard Stowell: A well-known educator.
- Irving C. Tomlinson: A Unitarian minister who became important in the Christian Science movement.
Images for kids
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Silver Lake Trail footbridge near Main Street, overlooking a secret waterfall behind a 200-year-old former mill.
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The Perry Chalk Art Festival is a signature event, where professional artists create temporary art each summer.
See also
In Spanish: Perry (villa) para niños
