Sherman, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sherman, New York
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Scenery of Sherman along eastbound I-86
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Location within Chautauqua County and New York
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 Sherman, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Chautauqua |
| Settled | 1823 |
| Created | 1924 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.40 sq mi (94.28 km2) |
| • Land | 36.27 sq mi (93.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,550 ft (470 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,618 |
| • Estimate
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1,630 |
| • Density | 44.08/sq mi (17.02/km2) |
| ZIP code |
14781
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| FIPS code | 36-013-66960 |
Sherman is a small town located in Chautauqua County, New York, in the United States. It is found in the middle of the county, to the west of Chautauqua Lake. In 2020, about 1,618 people lived in Sherman. The town is also home to the village of Sherman.
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History of Sherman
The area where Sherman is now located was first settled by people around 1823. The town of Sherman was officially created in 1824. It was formed from a part of the nearby town of Mina.
The town was named after Roger Sherman. He was a very important person in American history. Roger Sherman was one of the people who signed the Declaration of Independence. This document announced that the American colonies were free from British rule.
Geography and Location
Sherman covers a total area of about 36.4 square miles (94.3 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 36.27 square miles (93.9 square kilometers), is land. Only a small part, about 0.13 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water.
The Southern Tier Expressway, which includes Interstate 86 and New York State Highway 17, runs through the northern part of the town. You can get to Sherman from Exit 6, which is located on the south side of Sherman village.
Nearby Towns and Areas
Sherman is surrounded by other towns. Here are the towns next to Sherman, listed in a clockwise direction:
Fun Events in Sherman
Sherman is a lively place with several interesting events happening throughout the year.
- The Brushwood Folklore Center in Sherman hosts the annual Sirius Rising festival. This is a pagan festival that brings people together for music and community. For many years, Brushwood also hosted the Starwood Festival.
- The Great Blue Heron Music Festival has been a big event in Sherman since 1992. It takes place every July. This festival has grown over time to include other events. These include the Night Lights Music Festival, which features electronic music, and the Great Rhythm Revival. They have also hosted a Bluegrass Festival and a Farm Conference.
- Sherman Day is a special local celebration. It happens on the first Saturday in August each year.
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 1,899 | — | |
| 1850 | 1,292 | −32.0% | |
| 1860 | 1,394 | 7.9% | |
| 1870 | 1,470 | 5.5% | |
| 1880 | 1,558 | 6.0% | |
| 1890 | 1,531 | −1.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,560 | 1.9% | |
| 1910 | 1,558 | −0.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,467 | −5.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,350 | −8.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,101 | −18.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,611 | 46.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,511 | −6.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,428 | −5.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,490 | 4.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,505 | 1.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,553 | 3.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,653 | 6.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,618 | −2.1% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,630 | −1.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,553 people living in the town of Sherman. These people lived in 546 households. About 400 of these households were families.
Many households, 40.7%, had children under the age of 18 living with them. About 61.2% of households were married couples. The average household had 2.84 people. The average family had 3.36 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 32.1% of the people were under 18 years old. About 10.5% were 65 years or older. The average age in Sherman was 33 years old.
Communities and Places in Sherman
Here are some of the important communities and locations you can find within the town of Sherman:
- Sherman – This is the main village located in the northern part of the town.
- Slab City – This is a small hamlet, which is a tiny community. It is in the western part of the town along Route 15.
- Stebbins Corners – This location is found at the eastern edge of the town. It is where Route 18 and Route 25 meet.
- Wait Corners – This is another location in the eastern part of the town. It is at the intersection of Bailey Hill Road and Wait Corners Road.
Famous People from Sherman
Some notable individuals have connections to Sherman:
- Jay LaDue – He was a member of the New York Senate. The Senate is a part of the state government that helps make laws.
- Jerome B. Miller – He was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. The State Assembly is similar to the Senate, but for the state of Wisconsin.
See also
In Spanish: Sherman (pueblo) para niños
