Upton, New York
Overview
Upton, New York, is a hamlet located within the town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, on Long Island. It is home to the Brookhaven National Lab, a multi-disciplinary research institution funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. The hamlet is named after the Upton family, one of the first settlers in the area.
History
The history of Upton, New York, is closely tied to the establishment and growth of the Brookhaven National Laboratory. The laboratory was established in 1947 on the site of the former U.S. Army's Camp Upton, which had been named after Emory Upton, a Union General in the Civil War. The camp had served as a training ground for soldiers during both World Wars.
Brookhaven National Laboratory
The Brookhaven National Laboratory is a major contributor to the hamlet's economy and has made significant contributions to scientific research. The lab's research areas include nuclear and high-energy physics, energy science and technology, environmental and bioscience, nanoscience, and national security. The laboratory is also home to several major research facilities, including the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider and the National Synchrotron Light Source II.
Geography
Upton is located in the central part of Long Island, within the town of Brookhaven. The hamlet is primarily a forested area, with the laboratory occupying a significant portion of the land. The rest of the area is largely residential, with a few small businesses.
Demographics
As a hamlet, Upton does not have its own separate demographic statistics. However, it is part of the larger town of Brookhaven, which has a diverse population. The town's population is spread across various age groups, with a median age of 40 years.
Education
While Upton does not have its own school district, children in the hamlet attend schools in the surrounding districts. The nearby districts offer a range of educational opportunities, from elementary to high school, and have a reputation for academic excellence.