Palmyra (/ ˌpælˈmaɪrə /) is a town in southwestern Wayne County, New York, United States. The population was 7,975 at the 2010 census. The town is named after the ancient city Palmyra in Syria. The town contains a village also named Palmyra. The town is about 20 miles (32 km) southeast of Rochester, New York.

The Town of Palmyra NY is located in western New York state's Finger Lakes Region, along the historic Erie Canal. Visitors come from all over the world to see the museums of Historic Palmyra, the historic sites of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and to take part in year-round recreational activities.

Jan 6, 2025 · The Palmyra Village Hall, built in 1868, was designed by the renowned New York architect Horatio Nelson White. It features first floor offices, including: Village Mayor, Village Clerk, Village Police, Village and Town Court, Town and Village Courtrooms, and a second-floor opera house (now unused).

HISTORIC PALMYRA™ is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving the history and architectural heritage of Palmyra, New York. Once known as the "Queen of Erie Canal towns," Palmyra boasts an astonishing array of architecture, ranging from the early 1800's to Victorian era grandeur.

Palmyra (/ ˌ p æ l ˈ m aɪ r ə /) is a village in Wayne County, New York, United States. The population was 3,536 at the 2010 census. The village, along with the town, is named after Palmyra in present-day Syria. The village is in the Town of Palmyra. The village is …

With four distinct seasons and activities for every age and interest, including historic sites and museums, festivals and entertainment, antiques and other specialty shops, Palmyra really does have it all! Or make Palmyra your base to explore the wonders of the Empire State.

The Palmyra Town Hall is located at: Please visit each office's page for its hours of operation . The Town Hall and all of its offices are closed for several holidays throughout the year. Click here to view the list of holiday closures for the current calendar year. NEWS FROM THE TOWN.

Palmyra originally included the present day town of Macedon, which was taken off in 1823. The town is comprised of just over 19,400 acres of undulating surface. Originally known as Swift or Swift's Landing, the town became the District of Tolland soon after settlement began.

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As part of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, Palmyra features the Erie Canal and Lock 29, and is located approximately 20 miles southeast of the stimulating metropolis of Rochester.