History of De Kalb, New York, USA

1854 - De Kalb
De Kalb, a post-township of St. Lawrence county, New York, on both sides of the Oswegatchie river, 15 miles S. S. £. from Ogdensburg. Population, 2389.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1894 - De Kalb
The Town of De Kalb - Organized 1806.

DE KALB, the eighth town erected by an act of the Legislature, passed February 21, 1806. It was one of the original ten townships, No. 7, of ten miles square, and formerly under the jurisdiction of Oswegatchie.

The act creating this town designated "the Cooper Hotel in said town" as the place for holding the first town meeting, and there the following officers were elected on the 18th day Of March. 1806: supervisor, Isaac Stacy; town clerk, Amos Comly; assessors, James Burnett, John Seeley, Thomas Benedict; commissioners of highways, Potter Goff, Timothy Utley, Elias Alexander; overseers of the poor, Eseck Whipple, Timothy Utley; constable and collector, Elijah Farr. These officers were sworn in before James Cooper, justice of the peace.

The limits of the town have twice been curtailed: first, in 1825, when part of De Peyster was taken from it, and again in 1830, when a strip one mile wide and six long, in the southeastern corner, was... Read MORE...

1895 - De Kalb
De Kalb, a post village of St. Lawrence co., N.Y., on the Oswegatchie River, 5 miles S.W. of De Kalb Junction, and about 7 miles (direct) S.W. of Canton. It has 3 churches, a district school, a saw-mill, and cheese-factories. Pop. 250.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Dekalb, a post-village of St. Lawrence co., N.Y., on the Oswegatchie River, about 7 miles SW. of Canton. Pop. about 100.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

While it may not have the bustling activity of larger cities, there are still several places to visit and things to do in and around De Kalb. Here's a list to help you explore the area:
Higley Flow State Park:

Enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and picnicking in this beautiful state park. The park surrounds Higley Flow, a reservoir that offers scenic views.

Clarkson University:

If you're interested in academia, take a stroll around the Clarkson University campus. Explore the architecture and perhaps attend an event if there's one happening.

De Kalb History Center:

Learn about the local history and heritage of De Kalb at the town's history center. It might provide insights into the town's past and its role in the region.

Nature Trails:

De Kalb and its surrounding areas likely have various nature trails. Check with locals or the town's information center for recommendations on scenic walks or hiking trails.

Visit Nearby Towns:

Explore nearby towns such as Canton or Potsdam, which might offer additional attractions, shops, and dining options.