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Herkimer, NY has a diverse population. Herkimer also has its own village school system. Quality-of-life is excellent here. Access to major highways is only minutes away. Herkimer is less than 30 minutes away from the Utica, NY train station and several bus lines travel through the village.

Some attractive features of our village are:

Home to Herkimer County Community College, which was ranked by CNNMoney as one of the top 100 community colleges in the nation.
World famous for its 'Herkimer Diamonds' which are special quartz crystals that are unique to the area. Treasured by custom jewelry makers as they are naturally diamond-like with their geometric shapes and clarity.
Named after General Nicholas Herkimer (Herchheimer), militia leader during the Battle of Oriskany during the American Revolutionary War.
The Presidential train that took the body of Abraham Lincoln during the journey to Springfield, Il. passed through Herkimer during the evening of Wednesday, April 26th, 1865. This was the same route the President took from Springfield to Washington for his inauguration as President, only in reverse. Throughout the night, citizens lined the route to pay their respects, carrying torches and burning large bonfires. Legend has it that each April, a ghost train carrying the Presidents body and other apparitions silently rolls through the village along the famed route.
The 1939 movie "Drums Along The Mohawk", staring Henry Fonda and directed by John Ford was set in Fort Dayton, which later became the village.
Chick Vennera, a broadway & film actor, who co-starred along with such great actors as Richard Gere, Vanessa Redgrave, and Robert Redford in movies like 'Yanks' and 'The Milagro Beanfield War' and is famous for his car-dancing scene in 'Thank God It's Friday' and is a Herkimer native.
Feature several village buildings listed on the National Regsiter of Historic Places.
The Theodore Dreiser novel, 'An American Tragedy', is based on the death of Grace Brown in 1906 and subsequent murder trial of Chester Gillette, which was held at the Herkimer Court House. In 1951, it was adapted for the big screen and released as A Place In The Sun, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift.
Has a population of approximately 315,000 people within 30 miles of Herkimer, 1.24 million people within 60 miles.
Resides at Exit 30 of the NYS Thruway System (Interstate 90).
State Routes 5,5s,and 28 all pass through or near the village.
The county seat of Herkimer County.
<20 minutes from Utica, NY, 60 minutes from Syracuse, NY, 90 minutes from Albany, NY, and 2.5 hours from Rochester, NY.

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Points-of-Interest

Approx. 8 miles away	World-famous 'Herkimer Diamonds'. Found at the Herkimer Diamond Mines Resort facility just outside of Herkimer in nearby Middleville, NY. On-site camping is available across the road at the KOA Campgrounds. Ace of Diamonds Mine & Campground is also just up the road a bit and features additional prospecting and camping!
Approx. 10 miles away	General Herkimer Home. Home of the Revolutionary War hero, General Nicholas Herchheimer (Herkimer). The Herkimer Home site is open mid-May through October, Weds-Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sundays 1-5 PM from Memorial Day to Labor Day. On Sunday afternoons, staff in period costume demonstrate household and farm activities.
Approx. 5 miles away	The Herkimer County Fair presently sits on 26 acres and now has 10 permanent buildings as well a permanent bathroom and shower facility, a horse corral and 1850-seat aluminum bleacher seating area surrounding the event show ring. A fan-favorite is the Demolition Derby. Presently the Fair attendance exceeds 60,000 during its 6-day run. The Fairgrounds is the home of several events including the Great American Irishfest held at the end of July, The New York State Trappers Convention held at the end of August and the New York State Good Sam Samboree in the beginning of July. Other events include hamfests, rabbit shows, motor home rallies and various music festivals.
Right off Exit 30 NYS Thruway	Erie Canal Cruises. Take a trip through history on the calm waters of the Erie Canal, and enjoy the spectacular scenery of New York's beautiful Mohawk Valley. For 90 minutes on board one of the Lil' Diamond vessels, your United States Coast Guard licensed Captain entertains with tales of the canal: why it was known as Clinton's ditch, how it was constructed, how it opened our western lands and help create the America we know today, how and why it was expanded and why it's still important to upstate New York culture.
In the village	Bellinger Rose B&B. Come stay with us at our bed & breakfast whether your plans are for business or pleasure and explore the Mohawk Valley in Upstate New York. Located in the village of Herkimer, off the NYS Thruway Exit 30, our quiet, romantic surroundings afford a Victorian experience unlike all others, complete with onsite massage services by Christyl Touch Massage.
Right off Exit 30 NYS Thruway	If your group or bus tour is planning to visit any of the numerous attractions in Herkimer County and Central New York, The Waterfront Grille, located at Gems Along the Mohawk (that also includes the Erie Canal Cruises) is the ideal spot for your dining experience. We offer tremendous flexibility and can create a selection from our many menus of the best dishes. Your group/tour will not be disappointed. Give us a call if we can assist with your travel plans or itinerary while here at the Waterfront!
Corner of Main St. & Albany St.	Crazy Otto’s Empire Diner, the Home of the World’s Largest Omelet proudly serving the Best Breakfast in the Mohawk Valley. Our fabulous old diner is a 1952 Mountainview which has many of its original features. We are conveniently located in Herkimer, New York, at exit 30 right off the New York State Thruway, a short distance from the toll booth.
Just outside of Herkimer	Holland Heights Golf Course, a challenging family owned and operated public golf course featuring spectacular views of the Mohawk Valley. Holland Heights is currently a 9-hole golf course with full-service driving range, soon to be a championship 18-hole course. During the off-season, Holland Heights offers two full-swing golf simulators with multiple world-renowned courses to keep your game razor sharp year-round. Holland Heights Clubhouse provides seating for up to 250 people for wedding receptions, anniversary parties, political events, showers, and any banquet events. The Pro Shop includes a full-service bar, restaurant, and large outdoor deck overlooking the course and the Mohawk Valley.
Rt. 28 in Herkimer	Mudville is Perry Novak’s own personal field of dreams – five softball fields constructed mostly by his two hands in his own backyard, which happens to be in the shadow of the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. With more than 3,000 high-school athletes competing every year, the New York State Sportswriters and Coaches Organization for Girls Sports (NYSSCOGS) Softball Festival is the largest sporting event in the state.

Main Street, Herkimer, NY - 1900's
Main Street looking north. Circa 1900.

Resources/Factoids

Home to Herkimer County Community College, which was ranked by CNNMoney as one of the top 100 community colleges in the nation.

World famous for its 'Herkimer Diamonds' which are special quartz crystals that are unique to the area. Treasured by custom jewelry makers as they are naturally diamond-like with their geometric shapes and clarity.

Named after General Nicholas Herkimer (Herchheimer), militia leader during the Battle of Oriskany during the American Revolutionary War.

The 1939 movie "Drums Along The Mohawk", staring Henry Fonda and directed by John Ford was set in Fort Dayton, which later became the village.

Chick Vennera, a broadway & film actor, who co-starred along with such great actors as Richard Gere, Vanessa Redgrave, and Robert Redford in movies like 'Yanks' and 'The Milagro Beanfield War' and is famous for his car-dancing scene in 'Thank God It's Friday' and is a Herkimer native.

Feature several village buildings listed on the National Regsiter of Historic Places.

Has a population of approximately 315,000 people within 30 miles of Herkimer, 1.24 million people within 60 miles.

Resides at Exit 30 of the NYS Thruway System (Interstate 90).

State Routes 5,5s,and 28 all pass through or near the village.

The county seat of Herkimer County.

<20 minutes from Utica, NY, 60 minutes from Syracuse, NY, 90 minutes from Albany, NY, and 2.5 hours from Rochester, NY.

Points-of-Interest

Erie Canal Cruises. Take a trip through history on the calm waters of the Erie Canal, and enjoy the spectacular scenery of New York's beautiful Mohawk Valley.

Bellinger Rose B&B. Come stay with us at our bed & breakfast whether your plans are for business or pleasure and explore the Mohawk Valley in Upstate New York.

Located in the village of Herkimer, off the NYS Thruway Exit 30, our quiet, romantic surroundings afford a Victorian experience unlike all others, complete with onsite massage services by Christyl Touch Massage.

If your group or bus tour is planning to visit any of the numerous attractions in Herkimer County and Central New York, The Waterfront Grille, located at Gems Along the Mohawk (that also includes the Erie Canal Cruises) is the ideal spot for your dining experience.

We offer tremendous flexibility and can create a selection from our many menus of the best dishes. Your group/tour will not be disappointed. Give us a call if we can assist with your travel plans or itinerary while here at the Waterfront!

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