Corning, New York Is Being Called One Of The Best Small Town Vacations In America
By Lisa Sammons|Published October 27, 2021
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Lisa Sammons
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue and live music - traveling across the country to see a favorite band is a pretty regular occurrence! Being out hiking in the woods enjoying the scenery with her beloved dogs is another favorite hobby, and also checking out the Pokemon Go scene in whatever city she happens to be in at any given time (coffee and dog leash in hand). You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
Esquire magazine recently published a list of America’s most charming small town vacations. In no surprise to New Yorkers, Corning appeared on this list. This small town in New York has a population of just over 10,000. What it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in attractions and delicious restaurants. Read on to find out what makes Corning one of the best small towns in New York – and for that matter, the country!
Corning's marvelous downtown area is filled with more than 100 shops. Market Street has appeared on lists of best main streets in the country.
This may be a small town, but it has a fascinating history. "America's Crystal City," as it's known, is world-renowned for its history in glass-making. The Corning-Flint Glass Works company was one of the most successful at producing Thomas Edison's light bulbs.
The Corning Museum of Glass is one of the most popular attractions in the city. The museum is home to the world's largest collection of glass art. It's dedicated to the history of glass-blowing and is downright fascinating.
Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830, USA
If you find yourself needing a caffeine kick, check out Soul Full Cup Coffeehouse! They serve ethically-sourced brews and tasty treats in a fun atmosphere.
Soul Full Cup Coffeehouse, 81 W Market St #2526, Corning, NY 14830, USA
There are too many great restaurants in Corning for us to name them all, but one that we love is Hand + Foot. This bar and restaurant focuses on an atmosphere of community.
Hand + Foot, 69 W Market St, Corning, NY 14830, USA
