Batavia, County seat in Genesee County, New York, United States
Batavia stands at an elevation of 272 meters along Tonawanda Creek, featuring a grid-pattern street layout with commercial buildings and residential neighborhoods.
The Holland Land Company established Batavia in 1802 through Joseph Ellicott, who built the first land office to distribute parcels from their 3.5 million acre purchase.
The Holland Land Office Museum, housed in an 1815 building, displays artifacts and documents chronicling the development of western New York through permanent exhibitions.
The New York State Thruway Interstate 90 connects Batavia to major cities, while Genesee County Airport provides regional aviation services north of the city.
The David McCarthy Memorial Ice Arena serves winter sports enthusiasts with an indoor skating rink and hosts regular hockey tournaments throughout the season.
Location: Genesee County
Inception: 1802
Elevation above the sea: 272 m
Website: http://batavianewyork.com
GPS coordinates: 42.99861,-78.18417
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
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