History of Homer, New York, USA

1854 - Homer
Homer, a post-township of Cortland co., N. Y., 80 miles S. from Syracuse. Pop., 8830.

Homer, a post-village in the above town ship, is pleasantly situated on the Tioughnioga creek, about 40 miles W. of Albany. It contains churches for the Baptists, Episcopalians, Methodists, and Universalists, a newspaper office, and an academy ; also several mills and factories. Population, estimated at 1500.
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.

1869 - Homer
HOMER was formed March 5, 1794. Solon was taken off in 1798, Virgil in 1804 and Cortlandville in 1829. It lies upon the west border of the County, a little north of the center. The surface is uneven and consists of the valleys of the two branches of the Tioughnioga River and the ridges which border upon them. The valley of the western branch is about a. mile in width and elevated 1,096 feet above tide. The eastern valley is narrower. The two valleys are separated by a ridge of hills from 200 to 500 feet above the river, and another similar ridge occupies the south-eastern corner of the town. The western part of the town is a hilly upland, 1,500 to .1,600 feet above tide. The Tioughnioga receives Cold and Factory Brooks from the west, which are its chief tributaries. The valleys of these streams open into corresponding valleys to the northward, through which flow streams emptying into Otisco and Skaneateles Lakes. The soil upon the river flats is a deep, rich alluvial loam, well... Read MORE...

1895 - Homer
Homer, a post-village of Homer township, Cortland co., N.Y., is finely situated in a valley on the Tioughninga River, and on the Syracuse, Binghamton & New York Railroad, 33 miles S. of Syracuse, and 3 miles N. of Cortland. It contains 4 churches, an academy, a public school, and 2 newspaper offices, a carriage-factory, woollen-mills an oil-cloth factory, &c., Pop. about 4000.
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
Homer, a banking post-village of Homer township (town), Cortland co., N.Y., is finely situated in a valley on the Tioughnioga River and on .the Lackawanna R., 33 miles S. of Syracuse. It has manufactures of carriages, woollens, hardware, eta. Pop. in 1900, 2381.
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

Here's a list of the best places to go and things to do in and around Homer:
Homer Green: Start your exploration in the heart of Homer, where you'll find the Homer Green. It's a lovely spot for a leisurely stroll, picnics, or just relaxing under the shade of old trees. The green often hosts community events and festivals, so check the local calendar for any happenings during your visit.

Cortland Country Music Park and Campground: If you're a fan of country music, this is the place to be. Enjoy live performances and immerse yourself in the country music scene. The campground is a great option if you want to extend your stay and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Homer Historical Society Museum: Dive into the town's history at the Homer Historical Society Museum. Learn about the early settlers, the development of the town, and key moments that shaped its identity. It's a small museum, but it provides fascinating insights into Homer's past.

Buttermilk Falls State Park: Just a short drive from Homer, Buttermilk Falls State Park offers breathtaking natural... Read MORE...