Otsego County, County in Central New York, United States.
Description
Otsego County is an administrative division in central New York that spans hilly terrain with farms and woodland. The area includes several communities, with Cooperstown being the largest, and offers a mix of rural and developed areas.
History
The county separated from Montgomery County in 1791 and was initially organized into three main townships. This early structure laid the groundwork for the region to develop as an agricultural and trade center.
Culture
The Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown and Glimmerglass Opera are cultural institutions that draw visitors year-round. These places shape the region's cultural life and make Cooperstown a destination for art lovers and sports fans.
Practical
Visitors should know that Cooperstown is the administrative center where to find information and services. The region is best explored by car since it spreads across roads and rural routes.
Did you know?
Bassett Medical Center is the largest employer and makes healthcare the primary economic driver in this largely rural region. This medical facility has shaped the local economy and creates jobs across many professions.
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National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
12.3 km
Susquehanna River
12.6 km
Hyde Hall
22.9 km
Glimmerglass State Park
23.1 kmGlimmerglass Festival
23.1 km
Kingfisher Tower
15.4 km
Farmers' Museum
12.9 km
Fenimore Art Museum
13.3 kmGilbert Lake State Park
9 km
The Tepee
35.2 kmBetty and Wilbur Davis State Park
17.4 km
Cooperstown Historic District
12.3 km
Hyde Hall Bridge
22.9 kmHunt's Pond State Park
27.5 kmRobert V. Riddell State Park
18.8 km
Fairchild Mansion
19.5 km
Bresee Hall
19.3 km
Oneonta Theatre
19.8 kmThe White House
6.5 km
Hanford Mill
26.3 km
Major's Inn and Gilbert Block
29.5 km
Oneonta Downtown Historic District
19.7 kmStonehouse Farm
18 kmWhite Store Church and Evergreen Cemetery
34.2 km
Pioneer Cemetery
45.4 km
Walnut Street Historic District
19.3 km
Chapin Memorial Church
10 km
Municipal Building
19.6 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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