Historic Elmira, New York
Elmira, New York is located in the beautiful Finger Lakes district of New York state.
The town has a wonderful history involving many important and colorful figures including author Mark Twain, astronaut Eileen Collins, football legend Ernie Davis, motion picture pioneer Hal Roach, and broadcast journalist Brian Williams.
For additional historical information on Elmira and the surrounding region, we suggest you visit:
The City of Elmira "Pages in History" website -- including the "legend" of how Elmira got its name
The Chemung Valley Historical Society and Museum
Learn about Elmira's historic Near Westside Neighborhood.
H. Strauss' half-timbered chalet style building is noted along with other historic buildings on this website.