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Utica, New York

Located in Oneida County, New York, Utica was founded in 1798. One of America's top refugee resettlement cities — Bosnian, Burmese, and Somali communities. Was a major Erie Canal hub in the 19th century.
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Founded 1798 | Population 65,000 | Peak 65,000 (2024) | County Oneida County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Utica, New York

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1798 Founded: Mohawk Valley settlement.
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1848 Erie Canal Hub: Major canal city.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Utica's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Utica's identity and economy.
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2010 Refugee Hub: Major refugee resettlement.
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Latest News in Utica

Jan 1, 1970
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Jan 1, 1970
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Complete Historical Timeline

1798 Culture
Founded
1848 Transport
Erie Canal Hub
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Refugee Hub

Did You Know?

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One of America's top refugee resettlement cities — Bosnian, Burmese, and Somali communities.
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Was a major Erie Canal hub in the 19th century.
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Utica greens (escarole dish) and tomato pie are local food staples.
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Utica is located in Oneida County, New York.
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Utica was founded in 1798.

Famous People from Utica, New York

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James S. Sherman
Lawyer, Politician · Born Oct 24, 1855 · Died Oct 30, 1912 (age 57)
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James Dwight Dana
Zoologist, Geologist · Born Feb 12, 1813 · Died Apr 14, 1895 (age 82)
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Irving Baxter
Athletics Competitor, Pole Vaulter · Born Mar 25, 1876 · Died Jun 13, 1957 (age 81)
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Annette Funicello
Actor, Singer · Born Oct 22, 1942 · Died Apr 8, 2013 (age 70)
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Steven Brill
Screenwriter, Actor · Born May 27, 1962 · Age 63

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