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The 6 Best BBQ Joints in New York!

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Brooks House of BBQ, Oneonta, NY

Celebrating barbecue as a “way of life” since 1950, this legendary Oneonta establishment has been churning out juicy meat from its indoor charcoal pit for generations.

Celebrating barbecue as a “way of life” since 1950, this legendary Oneonta…

The 10 Best Steakhouses in New York!

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Sloan’s New York Grill, Oneonta, NY

Sloan’s serves up local, farm-fresh beef that’s butchered weekly in house. The restaurant is large and bright, with lots of wood elements and a comfortable atmosphere.

Sloan’s serves up local, farm-fresh beef that’s butchered weekly in house. The…

The 9 Best Bookstores in New York!

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Green Toad Bookstore, Oneonta, NY

Warm, cozy, and comfortable, Green Toad is an ideal habitat for book lovers in Oneonta. The shop takes special orders, hosts events, and opens up into the coffee shop next door.

Warm, cozy, and comfortable, Green Toad is an ideal habitat for book lovers in Oneonta. The shop…

The 15 Best Camping Spots in New York!

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Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown, NY

Located just outside Cooperstown, Glimmerglass State Park surrounds Otsego Lake, James Fenimore Cooper’s “Glimmerglass” in Leatherstocking Tales. Visit the beach, Hyde Hall Mansion,…
Located just outside Cooperstown, Glimmerglass State Park surrounds Otsego Lake, James Fenimore…

Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in New York!

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Batting practice

The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown is the perfect place to visit during the playoffs and World Series. The hallowed history of America's pastime is traced through fantastic…
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown is the perfect place to visit during…

The 10 Best Breweries in New York!

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Brewery Ommegang, Cooperstown, NY

Known for its fine Belgian beer, Ommegang’s tasting room is a destination in itself. Resting on 136 acres of farmland, the gorgeous white brewery space offers free tours every day, a…
Known for its fine Belgian beer, Ommegang’s tasting room is a destination in itself. Resting…

The 30 Best Free Things to Do In New York State!

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Glimmerglass State Park

This state park in Otsego County has 593-acres of space and is located north of Cooperstown. There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities here, offering a very family-friendly atmosphere.…
This state park in Otsego County has 593-acres of space and is located north of Cooperstown. There…

The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in New York!

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Leatherstocking Golf Course, Cooperstown, NY

As “one of the East’s most scenic and challenging resort golf courses,” Leatherstocking does not disappoint. The par-72 lakeside course was designed in the early 20th century and is…
As “one of the East’s most scenic and challenging resort golf courses,”…

The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in New York!

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National Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown, NY

This iconic museum and hall of fame houses thousands of famous artifacts that span the history of the great American sport. The museum sees around 300,000 visitors annually and has an entire room…
This iconic museum and hall of fame houses thousands of famous artifacts that span the history of…

The 11 Best Wedding Locations in New York!

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Gilbertsville Farmhouse, South New Berlin, NY

Gibertsville Farmhouse offers the unique option of hosting an entire weekend wedding getaway complete with a glamping ground, barns bedecked with crystal chandeliers, and a 100-year-old farmhouse.…
Gibertsville Farmhouse offers the unique option of hosting an entire weekend wedding getaway…
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Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in New York!

Batting practice

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in New York!
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown is the perfect place to visit during the playoffs and World Series. The hallowed history of America's pastime is traced through fantastic… Read More
The 10 Best Breweries in New York!

Brewery Ommegang, Cooperstown, NY

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Known for its fine Belgian beer, Ommegang’s tasting room is a destination in itself. Resting on 136 acres of farmland, the gorgeous white brewery space offers free tours every day, a… Read More
The 30 Best Free Things to Do In New York State!

Glimmerglass State Park

Featured in The 30 Best Free Things to Do In New York State!
This state park in Otsego County has 593-acres of space and is located north of Cooperstown. There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities here, offering a very family-friendly atmosphere.… Read More
The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in New York!

Leatherstocking Golf Course, Cooperstown, NY

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As “one of the East’s most scenic and challenging resort golf courses,” Leatherstocking does not disappoint. The par-72 lakeside course was designed in the early 20th century and is… Read More
The 9 Best Markets in New York!

Pine Ridge Grocery, Bainbridge, NY

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People in Central New York flock to Pine Ridge Grocery, where they’ll find an assortment of tasty Amish goods, baking supplies, and old-fashioned candies. The store also has an in-house deli… Read More
The 11 Best Wedding Locations in New York!

Gilbertsville Farmhouse, South New Berlin, NY

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Gibertsville Farmhouse offers the unique option of hosting an entire weekend wedding getaway complete with a glamping ground, barns bedecked with crystal chandeliers, and a 100-year-old farmhouse.… Read More
The 6 Best BBQ Joints in New York!

Brooks House of BBQ, Oneonta, NY

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Celebrating barbecue as a “way of life” since 1950, this legendary Oneonta establishment has been churning out juicy meat from its indoor charcoal pit for generations.

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10 Best Furniture Stores in New York

Lavoda Home Furniture, Utica, NY

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Lavoda Home Furniture has been a top go-to for furniture in the Utica area for nearly 20 years, and it’s easy to see why the locals love it. On top of a warm, welcoming atmosphere, this shop… Read More
New York's 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

The Stanley Theater, Utica, NY

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Another design by Thomas W. Lamb, The Stanley is among the oldest, grandest theaters in the state. The venue seats 2,963 and has recently featured acts like Jerry Seinfeld and the Broadway musical… Read More
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The Science Discovery Center Of Oneonta

The Science Discovery Center Of Oneonta
308 Bugbee Annex, Oneonta, NY
The Science Discovery Center of Oneonta offers more than 80 hands-on science activities. Experiments are based mostly in physics. Many use simple a... Read More

Joseph L. Popp, Jr. Butterfly Conservatory

Joseph L. Popp, Jr. Butterfly Conservatory
5802 State Highway 7, Oneonta, NY
See and Walk among hundreds of live, free-flying butterflies and over thirty species of tropical birds from around the world in our 3,000 sq.ft. in... Read More

The Cooperstown and Charlotte Valley Railroad

The Cooperstown and Charlotte Valley Railroad
136 East Main Street, Milford, NY
History of the LRHS The LRHS was organized in the summer of 1982 by Oneonta residents Jim Loudon, Russ Hawkins, Dave Jones and Bruce Hodges with t... Read More

Hanford Mills Museum

Hanford Mills Museum
51 County Highway 12, East Meredith, NY
A Century and a Half of History A mill site since 1846, for most of its commercial life Hanford Mills was owned and operated by the family of Davi... Read More

Beaver Spring Lake Campground

Beaver Spring Lake Campground
263 Beaver Spring Road, Davenport, NY
Near Cooperstown and Oneonta, located in scenic farm country, we are a quiet, family-friendly campground on beautifully groomed grounds with 120 la... Read More

Fly Creek Cider Mill And Orchard

Fly Creek Cider Mill And Orchard
288 Goose Street, Fly Creek, NY
The Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard (Open All Year) is a historic, water-powered mill on the banks of Fly Creek in the heart of beautiful Centra... Read More

Hyde Hall

Hyde Hall
267 Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown, NY
Mission:The mission of Hyde Hall Inc. is to inspire and enhance the public's appreciation of Hyde Hall, a remarkable example of 19th-century neo-cl... Read More

Cooperstown Summer Music Festival

Cooperstown Summer Music Festival
Various Venue, Cooperstown, NY
Festival artistic director Linda Chesis saw Cooperstown as an ideal location for a music festival. The Cooperstown Summer Music Festival began with... Read More

The Farmers' Museum

The Farmers' Museum
5775 State Highway 80 Lake Road, Cooperstown, NY
Mission The Farmers' Museum is a private educational institution, serving the public, that is dedicated to representing American rural life as typi... Read More
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