USDA Geographic Eligibility Statistics for New York Postal Zip Code 13350

Interested in some fun facts and history about Herkimer, NY?
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Here are some interesting facts about Herkimer, New York:

1. Herkimer is home to Herkimer Diamond Mines, which is the only place in the world where you can find Herkimer diamonds. These sparkling quartz crystals are found in exposed outcroppings of dolostone bedrock.

2. Herkimer was founded in the late 18th century by German immigrants who were attracted to the fertile land and abundant water resources of the Mohawk River Valley.

3. Herkimer is the county seat of Herkimer County and is named after the Revolutionary War hero, General Nicholas Herkimer.

4. Herkimer has a rich history in the manufacture of baseballs. The town was home to the first baseball factory in the United States, the Hindel Bowling Ball Company, which began making baseballs in the 1830s.

5. Herkimer is located along the historic Erie Canal, which was a major transportation route for goods and people in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

6. Herkimer is known for its stunning natural beauty, including the Mohawk River, the Adirondack Mountains, and the picturesque countryside dotted with farms and orchards.

7. Herkimer has been visited by several famous Americans over the years, including President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who stopped in town during his 1936 re-election campaign.