Strykersville, New York facts for kids
Strykersville is a small community, also known as a hamlet, located in the western part of Wyoming County, New York, United States. Most of Strykersville is found within the town of Sheldon, with a smaller part extending into the Town of Java.
In 2010, about 647 people lived in Strykersville. The community is easy to find because it is located right on New York State Route 78.
People from Strykersville
Strykersville has been home to a few interesting people who became well-known.
Famous Historian
- Edward Gaylord Bourne: He was a famous historian who studied and wrote about history. Edward Gaylord Bourne was born right here in Strykersville.
Baseball Star
- Jim Konstanty: He was a professional baseball player who pitched in Major League Baseball (MLB). Jim Konstanty was even named the National League (NL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) during his career. He was also born in Strykersville.
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