Sauquoit, New York facts for kids
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Sauquoit, New York
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 Sauquoit, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Oneida |
| Town | Paris |
| Elevation | 866 ft (264 m) |
| ZIP code |
13456
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| Area code(s) | 315 and 680 |
Sauquoit is a small community known as a hamlet in Oneida County, New York. It is part of the Town of Paris. Sauquoit is located in central New York State. It is about six miles south of the city of Utica. The community sits along New York Route 8.
Sauquoit is nestled in the beautiful Sauquoit Valley. A small stream called Sauquoit Creek flows through the area. This creek is a tributary, meaning it flows into, the Mohawk River.
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Famous People from Sauquoit
Sauquoit has been the birthplace of several interesting people.
Scientists and Writers
- Asa Gray was a famous botanist. Botanists are scientists who study plants.
- Michael O'Donoghue was a humor writer and performer. He worked on popular shows like National Lampoon and Saturday Night Live.
Other Notable Residents
- Arthur Cushman McGiffert was a theologian. This means he studied religion and religious beliefs.
- Richard Mathy was a reality TV contestant. He appeared on season 4 of The Bachelorette.
Sauquoit Valley Central School
The local high school for the area is Sauquoit Valley Central School. This school is well-known for its successful cross-country teams.
Cross-Country Achievements
The boys' cross-country team has won several state championships. They won three state titles in four years. These wins were in 2001, 2002, and 2004. The team also had an amazing winning streak. They were undefeated in dual meets from 1993 to 2005. This means they did not lose a single head-to-head competition during that time. The school has also had individual students win state championships in cross-country.
