County profile
Schoharie County
Breadbasket of the Revolution
An agricultural valley west of Albany where dairy farms, specialty crops, and SUNY Cobleskill anchor a tight-knit business community.
County Seat
Village of Schoharie
Founded
1795
Population
~30,000 residents
Signature Industries
Agriculture · Energy · Small Manufacturing
Brief History
Haudenosaunee and Mohican families stewarded the Schoharie Creek corridor for centuries before Palatine German farmers established the valley settlements in the early 1700s.
During the American Revolution the region became known as the “Breadbasket of the Northern Army,” supplying Continental troops and enduring the 1780 burning of Schoharie.
Today the county blends generations-old farms, the creative economy of Sharon Springs, and the applied research hub at SUNY Cobleskill.
Geography & Communities
Schoharie Creek and the fertile flats of the valley support dairy, hops, and vegetable growers.
Northern Catskill foothills and the Blenheim-Gilboa Pumped Storage project provide scenic overlooks and renewable energy.
The Schoharie Reservoir links the county to New York City’s watershed infrastructure and year-round recreation.
Notable People
Leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs who shaped Schoharie County.
George Westinghouse
Inventor and industrialist born in Central Bridge who pioneered AC power systems.
William C. Bouck
Governor of New York (1843–1844) and longtime Fulton area farmer.
Local Resources
Government services, tourism contacts, community organizations, and worship directories.
Schoharie County Government
Departments, public safety alerts, and county board information.
Visit Schoharie County
Tourism itineraries covering farms, caves, and Main Street shopping.
Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce
Business advocacy, networking events, and relocation resources.
SALT Development
Faith-rooted community resilience, volunteer, and housing support network.
Schoharie Worship Directory
Congregations and service times across the valley.