Binghamton was bought by Philadelphia merchant William Bingham in 1786, and settled by Joseph Leonard and other pioneers in 1787. The town was named in honor of Bingham who donated the land to allow the town to prosper and grow. The major industries for the town, before 1900, were railroads, photography equipment and cigar making.
The Anderson
Center for the Performing Arts at Binghamton University presents national and international artists.
The Binghamton area has 6 antique carved, wooden carousels that offer rides through the summer months.