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ElmiraSimultaneously considered part of the Finger Lakes Region and the Southern Tier, Corning and Elmira are situated in the western panhandle of upstate New York, just north of the Pennsylvania border, within Steuben and Chemung counties, respectively. Both cities are easily accessed from Route 17 (in some sections labeled I-86 or Future I-86), which runs east-to-west across the Southern Tier. Although these towns are relatively small compared to some of the state’s more well-known cities, they contain many important cultural and historical attractions. This page focuses on Elmira. For information on Corning, please see Trekker Time's Corning page. Arnot Art Museum With three permanent collections and alternating special exhibitions, Arnot Art Museum is a little slice of big-city art in a small town. Located at 235 Lake Street Elmira, NY. Call today, or visit the Web site for more information: (607)734-3697 http://www.arnotartmuseum.org/ Mark Twain Ol’ Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, may be known for his time spent in Hannibal, Missouri, and for his depictions of mid-nineteenth century life on the banks of the Mississippi River, but Elmira natives are proud to tell you that Mark Twain lived a decent portion of his life in Elmira. His beloved wife hailed from Elmira, and he is quietly spending his eternity there, in Woodlawn Cemetery. Many of his famous works are said to have been penned partially in Elmira. Mark Twain’s personal octagonal study is currently on the grounds of Elmira College and is frequently open to guests. Follow this link for more information on Twain in Elmira: http://www.elmira.edu/academics/distinctive_programs/twain_center/study. National Soaring Museum Elmira, New York is known as the Soaring Capital of America. National Soaring contests beginning in the 1930s began the prominence of soaring in the area, and the tradition and heritage of motor-less flight continues there to this day. Sailplane rides are available. Check out the Web site for more information on this museum and local soaring and aviation attractions: http://www.soaringmuseum.org. Eldridge Park Carousel - unsurpringly located in Eldridge Park, Elmira, is one of the fastest carousels in the world. 
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