Thurman, New York
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Thurman is a town in the western part of Warren County
, New York
, United States
. It is part of the Glens Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town population was 1,199 at the 2000 census. The town is named after John Thurman, an early landowner. The town lies entirely inside the Adirondack Park.
and the remainder was still called Athol. Athol was divided in 1852 to form the town of Thurman and the town of Stony Creek
.
Besides the town of Thurman, the town of Johnsburg
is also named after John Thurman.
, the town has a total area of 92.8 square miles (240.4 km²), of which, 91.3 square miles (236.5 km²) of it is land and 1.5 square miles (3.9 km²) of it (1.58%) is water.
The Hudson River
defines the eastern edge of the town. The west town line is the border of Hamilton County
.
of 2000, there were 1,199 people, 466 households, and 338 families residing in the town. The population density
was 13.1 people per square mile (5.1/km²). There were 642 housing units at an average density of 7.0 per square mile (2.7/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 97.66% White, 0.50% African American, 0.25% Native American, 0.50% Asian, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.58% of the population.
There were 466 households out of which 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.7% were married couples
living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.3% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.96.
In the town the population was spread out with 25.9% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 106.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.8 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $36,382, and the median income for a family was $38,523. Males had a median income of $31,111 versus $22,829 for females. The per capita income
for the town was $16,278. About 10.0% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.5% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over.
Warren County, New York
Warren County is a county in the U.S. state of New York. It is part of the Glens Falls, New York, Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population was 65,707. It is named in honor of General Joseph Warren, an American Revolutionary War hero of the Battle of Bunker Hill...
, New York
New York
New York is a state in the Northeastern region of the United States. It is the nation's third most populous state. New York is bordered by New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and by Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont to the east...
, United States
United States
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. It is part of the Glens Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town population was 1,199 at the 2000 census. The town is named after John Thurman, an early landowner. The town lies entirely inside the Adirondack Park.
History
John Thurman was one of a group of investors who started the town's settlement in 1790 at Elm Hill. The town of Thurman was established in 1792. Originally the town was called Athol by early settlers, but when Warren County was established in 1813, much of the town was lost to the new town of WarrensburgWarrensburg (town), New York
Warrensburg is a town in Warren County, New York, USA. It is centrally located in the county, west of Lake George. It is part of the Glens Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town population was 4,255 at the 2000 census. Like the county, the town is named after General Joseph Warren. U.S....
and the remainder was still called Athol. Athol was divided in 1852 to form the town of Thurman and the town of Stony Creek
Stony Creek, New York
Stony Creek is a town in the southwest part of Warren County, New York, United States. It is northwest of the city of Glens Falls and is part of the Glens Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 743 at the 2000 census. The town is named for a stream that flows through it...
.
Besides the town of Thurman, the town of Johnsburg
Johnsburg, New York
Johnsburg is a town in the northwest corner of Warren County, New York, United States. It is part of the Glens Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town population was 2,450 at the 2000 census. The town is named after John Thurman, an early settler and founder. Johnsburg is the largest town in...
is also named after John Thurman.
Geography
According to the United States Census BureauUnited States Census Bureau
The United States Census Bureau is the government agency that is responsible for the United States Census. It also gathers other national demographic and economic data...
, the town has a total area of 92.8 square miles (240.4 km²), of which, 91.3 square miles (236.5 km²) of it is land and 1.5 square miles (3.9 km²) of it (1.58%) is water.
The Hudson River
Hudson River
The Hudson is a river that flows from north to south through eastern New York. The highest official source is at Lake Tear of the Clouds, on the slopes of Mount Marcy in the Adirondack Mountains. The river itself officially begins in Henderson Lake in Newcomb, New York...
defines the eastern edge of the town. The west town line is the border of Hamilton County
Hamilton County, New York
Hamilton County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York. It is named after Alexander Hamilton, the only member of the New York State delegation who signed the United States Constitution in 1787 and later the first United States Secretary of the Treasury. Its county seat is Lake Pleasant...
.
Demographics
As of the censusCensus
A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population. It is a regularly occurring and official count of a particular population. The term is used mostly in connection with national population and housing censuses; other common...
of 2000, there were 1,199 people, 466 households, and 338 families residing in the town. The population density
Population density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
was 13.1 people per square mile (5.1/km²). There were 642 housing units at an average density of 7.0 per square mile (2.7/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 97.66% White, 0.50% African American, 0.25% Native American, 0.50% Asian, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.58% of the population.
There were 466 households out of which 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.7% were married couples
Marriage
Marriage is a social union or legal contract between people that creates kinship. It is an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged in a variety of ways, depending on the culture or subculture in which it is found...
living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.3% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.96.
In the town the population was spread out with 25.9% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 106.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.8 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $36,382, and the median income for a family was $38,523. Males had a median income of $31,111 versus $22,829 for females. The per capita income
Per capita income
Per capita income or income per person is a measure of mean income within an economic aggregate, such as a country or city. It is calculated by taking a measure of all sources of income in the aggregate and dividing it by the total population...
for the town was $16,278. About 10.0% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.5% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over.
Communities and locations in Thurman
- Athol – A hamlet in the southeast part of the town.
- Echo Lake – A location by the east town line.
- Fullers – A location in the western part of the town.
- Garnet Lake – A lakeLakeA lake is a body of relatively still fresh or salt water of considerable size, localized in a basin, that is surrounded by land. Lakes are inland and not part of the ocean and therefore are distinct from lagoons, and are larger and deeper than ponds. Lakes can be contrasted with rivers or streams,...
partly in the town at the north town line. - The Glen – A hamlet on the town line in the northeast corner of the town.
- High Street – A location in the eastern part of the town, west of Athol.
- Thurman – A hamlet in the eastern part of the town, northwest of Athol and by the north town line.
- Thurman Station – A location near the east town line and the Hudson River, southeast of Athol.
Local color and activities
- Martin's Lumber and Stained Glass Stepping Stones – Free hourly woods walks. Learn about silvicultureSilvicultureSilviculture is the practice of controlling the establishment, growth, composition, health, and quality of forests to meet diverse needs and values. The name comes from the Latin silvi- + culture...
, sustainable forestry. See demonstrations of sawmill, stained glass stepping stones, paper bead creation. Martin's Lumber - Persis Granger & Fiction Among Friends – Local artist support Thurman Artists.
- Fiddlers Jamboree – A two-day festival of Adirondack Mountain music and dance held under cover at Veterans' Memorial Field in Athol, NY, just over the river from Warrensburg. Fiddlers Jamboreehttp://www.thurman-ny.com
- Maple Sugaring – Each spring Thurman maple producers open the doors of their sugar houses to welcome those who'd like to see the age old art of tapping, boiling and bottling of syrup, as well as sample and shop for syrup, maple sugar candy, maple cream and other delicious treats. One weekend is New York State Maple Days and the other is Thurman Maple Days. The event is crowned by the annual Maple Sugar Party at town hall, with an all-you-can-eat buffet topped off by maple traditional jackwax, accompanied by local musicians, all to benefit the American Cancer Society. Thurman is home to many maple producers, including Toad Hill Maple Farm, the largest in Warren County. The Maple Sugar Days provide an educational and enjoyable family outing. http://www.persisgranger.com/ThurmanMapleWeekends.htm
- Thurman Townwide Sale: Like to shop? Love good old-fashioned yard sales? Thurman hosts an annual Thurman Townwide Sale, with nearly 100 sales on private property all over town. The sale runs the weekend after Mothers' Day. Some sellers open on Friday, most on Saturday and some on Sunday. Free maps are distributed at sales near entrances to town (and can be downloaded from the Internet about a week before the sale). Plan to visit and enjoy old-fashioned sales and great hospitality. http://www.persisgranger.com/thurman_townwide_sale.htm
- Free Summer Concerts In July and August the Town of Thurman hosts free weekly concerts (one with free fireworks!) under the pavilion at Veterans' Memorial Field, 311 Athol Road, Athol. See details about concerts and all recreational events at the town web site: http://www.thurman-ny.com.
- Adirondack Mountain Writers' Retreat In August writers may immerse themselves in reading, writing, critiquing, consulting and talking about writing at the four-day retreat hosted at a remote log cabin. Pre-registration required. See details at http://www.persisgranger.com/Adk_Retreat1.htm.
- Thurman Fall Farm Tour Enjoy fall foliage and family fun at the annual October Thurman Fall Farm Tour. Find locally produced products, see demonstrations, animals and more among friendly folks. http://www.thurman-ny.com.
- Thurman Country Christmas Bazaar Find a wonderful array of home crafted items on Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend at the Thurman town hall, 311 Athol Road, Athol, NY 12810. http://www.thurman-ny.com.
- Historic Tours of Thurman — Register for the annual guided tour by bus the second Saturday after Labor Day (hosted by the John Thurman Historical Society) or buy "Tour Thurman: A Self-Guided Tour to Homes and History," a CD you may pop into your car's CD player. Adirondack performer Brian Chevalier narrates tales of the town's past, couched in clips of music by area folk musicians. http://www.thurman-ny.com
- Two works of historical fiction have been set in 1890s Thurman, capturing local color and traditions. Read about them at the author's web site. http://www.persisgranger.com