Upstate New York

Definition

Upstate New York refers to the northern region of the state, located above New York City. It includes cities like Albany, Syracuse, and Buffalo.

Related terms

Erie Canal: A canal that connected the Great Lakes to the Hudson River in upstate New York, allowing for easier transportation and trade.

Burned-over District: An area in upstate New York known for its intense religious fervor during the Second Great Awakening.

Charles Finney: A prominent preacher and evangelist who played a significant role in spreading the Second Great Awakening in upstate New York.