Welcome to Chemung County, where scenic beauty, rich history, and adventure await. As the southern gateway to Finger Lakes Wine Country, Chemung County also has its own fascinating story. This is Mark Twain Country where the author spent summers writing his greatest works. Explore charming small towns, rolling hills, and historic sites, or unwind in nature. Whether you’re here for outdoor adventure, cultural experiences, or relaxation, we have everything you need.
Mark Twain, renowned author and world-traveler, summered in Elmira for more than twenty years. Twain penned his literary classics as the crisp, valley air rolled over the lush hills towards a wine…
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Did you know that Mark Twain wrote many of his most iconic works right here in Elmira, New York? Known around the world for Adventures of Huckleberry Finn , The Adventures of Tom Sawyer , and A…
