Gloversville
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Gloversville
Locals say Glove Cities · “Glove City”, “The Glove Cities”
The Glove Cities, where craftsmanship meets the mountains.
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Welcome to the Glove Cities! Whether you're here for the lakes, the trails, or just a good diner breakfast, you'll find a friendly place to call home. Enjoy the small-town charm and the big outdoors right at your doorstep.
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The room
One room for everyone around Gloversville. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
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Things to do
- Adirondack Park Vast wilderness with countless trails, lakes, and campsites.
- Caroga Lake Popular for swimming, boating, and fishing in the southern Adirondacks.
- Great Sacandaga Lake Large reservoir known for bass fishing and water sports.
- Pine Lake Small, quiet lake in Mayfield, great for kayaking.
- Johnson Hall State Historic Site Home of Sir William Johnson, a colonial-era landmark in Johnstown.
- Glove Theater Historic theater hosting concerts and plays in Gloversville.
- Outdoors Hiking in the Adirondacks
- Outdoors Boating on Caroga Lake
- With kids Visit Johnson Hall
- With kids Catch a show at the Glove Theater
- Evenings Local taverns in Gloversville
- Evenings Live music at the Glove Theater
- Locals love Lake beaches
- Locals love Diner breakfasts
Through the year
- Fulton County Fair August County fair with rides, livestock, and local food in August.
- Caroga Lake Music Festival July Summer concert series at Caroga Lake with classical and contemporary performances.
- Gloversville Farmers Market June–October Weekly market with local produce, crafts, and baked goods from June to October.
- Sacandaga Lake Fishing Derby Spring Spring fishing tournament on Great Sacandaga Lake for bass and trout.
- Johnson Hall Summer Concert Series Summer Outdoor concerts on the lawn of the historic Johnson Hall in Johnstown.
A four-season climate with snowy winters, mild summers, and vibrant autumns. Best: Late spring to early fall is ideal, with warm days and cool nights.
Talk like a local
- “Glove Cities”
- The local name for the Gloversville–Johnstown area, a nod to the glove-making history.
- “the Sac”
- Short for Great Sacandaga Lake.
- “the Glove”
- Nickname for Gloversville.
Getaways
- Amsterdam, NY Small city with canal history and the Mohawk River.
- Albany, NY State capital with museums, dining, and the Empire State Plaza.
- Glens Falls, NY Gateway to the Adirondacks with a lively downtown and the Hyde Collection.
- Utica, NY Known for its food scene, especially greens and riggies.
Local flavour
Rooting for New York Yankees (MLB), New York Giants (NFL), Albany FireWolves (NLL), UAlbany Great Danes (NCAA D1)
Eat and drink
- Stewart's Shops ice cream Local convenience store chain known for its ice cream
- Diner breakfast Classic upstate NY diner fare
- Apple cider donuts From local orchards
Where people go
- Historic glove factories Remnants of the glove industry that defined the area
- Adirondack hiking trails Access to the Adirondack Park
- Caroga Lake A lake for recreation and relaxation
- Small-town main streets Downtowns of Gloversville and Johnstown
Heritage and traditions
Gloversville and Johnstown are proud of their heritage as the 'Glove Cities,' once the glove-making capital of the world, and of their small-town charm with deep colonial roots.
This time of year in Gloversville
- Apple picking and cider donuts Fall Fall visits to local orchards.
- Farmers market Summer–Fall Summer and fall weekly market in Gloversville.
- Gloversville Farmers Market June–October Weekly market with local produce, crafts, and baked goods.
Say it like a local: “the lake” — Refers to Great Sacandaga Lake, a local landmark.
Festivals
- Fulton County Fair August One of the oldest county fairs in the state, featuring agriculture, rides, and local food.
- Caroga Lake Music Festival July A summer classical music festival with performances by international artists.
- Gloversville Farmers Market June–October Weekly market with local produce, crafts, and baked goods.
- Sacandaga Lake Fishing Derby February A winter ice-fishing competition on the frozen lake.
- Johnson Hall Summer Concert Series Summer Outdoor concerts on the grounds of the historic Johnson Hall.
- Johnson Hall Colonial Days June Historical reenactments and living history demonstrations.
Landmarks with a story
- Johnson Hall State Historic Site The Georgian mansion of Sir William Johnson, a National Historic Landmark.
- Sir William Johnson's grave Burial site of the colonial leader, located at Johnson Hall.
- Gloversville Historic District A collection of 19th- and early 20th-century buildings reflecting the glove industry's heyday.
- Fulton County Museum Local history museum with exhibits on the glove trade and rural life.
- Fulton County Courthouse An 1836 Greek Revival building in Johnstown, still in use.
- The Glove Theater A 1910s-era theater, one of the oldest operating in the state.
Food traditions
- Diner breakfast A staple of upstate New York – eggs, home fries, and coffee at a local diner.
- Stewart's ice cream A regional chain beloved for its homemade flavors, especially in summer.
- Apple cider donuts Fresh from local orchards in the fall, a must after apple picking.
- Fish fry on Fridays during Lent A Catholic tradition with local churches and fire halls hosting fish fries.
- Turkey dinner at Thanksgiving A classic family gathering, often with local produce.
Music and arts
- Glove-making craftsmanship A heritage craft that defined the region, now preserved in museums and historic sites.
- Community band concerts Summer performances by local bands in parks and at Johnson Hall.
- Caroga Lake Music Festival A classical music festival attracting national talent.
- Community theater at the Glove Theater Local productions in a historic venue.
A little history
- 1763 Johnson Hall built
- 1815 Elizabeth Cady Stanton born in Johnstown
- 1838 Fulton County established
- Late 1800s Glove industry boom, earning Gloversville the title 'Glove Capital of the World'
- 1930 Creation of Great Sacandaga Lake, flooding several towns
Rivalries
- Gloversville vs Johnstown high school football The annual 'Glove Cities' game is a big local event.
- Game day High school football
- Game day Ice fishing tournaments
- Outdoors Hiking in the Adirondacks
- Outdoors Boating on Caroga Lake
- With kids Visit Johnson Hall
- With kids Catch a show at the Glove Theater
Locals speak with a mild Upstate New York accent, often saying 'pop' for soda and 'crick' for creek. The tone is friendly and direct, with a touch of small-town warmth.
Only here
- Gloversville was once the 'Glove Capital of the World,' and locals still call it Glove City.
- Great Sacandaga Lake is a man-made reservoir that flooded several towns in 1930.
- Johnson Hall is a National Historic Landmark and the home of Sir William Johnson.
- Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a key figure in women's rights, was born in Johnstown.
New here? A few tips
- Say 'pop' for soda – it's the local term.
- Gloversville and Johnstown are separate cities but close together; don't confuse them.
- Winter is cold and snowy – invest in a good coat and boots.
- Try a diner breakfast – it's a local institution.
- The Adirondacks are nearby for hiking, camping, and skiing.
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Gloversville, NY. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.