Just 10 miles southwest of the heart of Utica is the historic village of Clinton. It is the home of Hamilton College while maintaining small town charm. The Town Square hosts a variety of small businesses, each celebrating all things home and enjoyable. It’s hard not to look at the green of the city and especially at Christmas time.
At the southern border of the green you will find the giant tree with spectacular lights that twinkle and inspire awe.
Be sure to turn around from the tree to the west to see the businesses and trees along the road shrouded in beautiful white lights. Streetlights also signal the way to a vacation wonderland.
As you walk north towards the center of the green, stop and admire the candle-adorned windows in the historic buildings. Houses seem to put you in the mood for the season on their own when a crown or two are added.
In the center you will find the gazebo which features a tree with a gold and white theme in the center. Around the columns is a green garland connecting wreaths to arches to create an impressive photo opportunity.
Looking northwest you will see the home of the Alexander Hamilton Institute. This building dates back to the early 1800s and is truly a wonder to behold in person. The added decorations and even the reflections of the decorations outside on its many large windows add a special holiday touch to this Federal-style building.
I enjoyed my walk and surely felt filled with holiday spirit after admiring all the splendor.
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