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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Founded1798|Population65,000|Peak65,000(2024)|CountyOneida County
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1798Founded: Mohawk Valley settlement.
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1848Erie Canal Hub: Major canal city.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Utica's character and economy.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Utica's identity and economy.
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2010Refugee Hub: Major refugee resettlement.
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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.
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