Our Region
Hamilton’s 1,350-acre campus is situated on a hilltop overlooking the safe and picturesque New England-style village of Clinton, N.Y., which was recognized recently as the most charming town in New York State.
Where to Stay
Choose from charming bed and breakfasts to national chain hotels when visiting Hamilton.
Where to Eat
The area is known for great restaurants and international cuisine. You’ll also find national chains.
What to Do
Whether you’re an arts aficionado, a sports fanatic, or a history buff, our region has a venue you won’t want to miss.
Our Favorites
Here’s a list of some of the “not-to-miss” places our students love in the region.
Clinton, N.Y.
Founded in 1787, the village is named for New York’s first governor, George Clinton. The world famous Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. was founded here by two Hamilton alumni in the late 1800s.
Recent News
An enhanced village green, a renovated community arts facility, additional local housing options, and year-round Clinton Cider Mill donut availability are among several improvements and additions planned for the Village of Clinton and Town of Kirkland thanks to a recent $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant from New York State.
City of Utica, Levitt Center Share Homelessness Study Findings
Research involving students and faculty over the last several months led to a comprehensive study being released on the scope of homelessness in the area and how the City of Utica could address it.
Hamilton Students, Faculty Help Clinton Attain Climate Smart Community Status
The Village of Clinton recently was certified as a Climate Smart Community through the New York State Department of Environmental Conversation (DEC) Climate Smart Communities Program, and Hamilton students and faculty played an integral role in helping Clinton achieve this distinction.
