History of Oneonta
Prehistoric Perspective
For thousands of years before the white man, the
Algonquin and Iroquois Indians inhabited the land now
known as the City of Oneonta. Evidence still remains of
their long occupation. Many village, camp and trail
sites... read more
Historic
Perspective
The first settlers to make this area their home were
Palatine Germans and Dutchmen from the Schoharie and
Mohawk Valleys who settled here shortly before the
Revolutionary War. The pioneer settler was Henry
Schramling... read more
Contemporary
Perspective
The City of Oneonta today is a much different place
than in its not so distant past. The City's population
has remained steady at just under 14,000 persons since
the mid twentieth century. The City has grown from...
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