John ... I've never been to Cooperstown, but have met many people that live there (most were professionals - docs doing research, artists, etc), or friends who have visited, and fell in love with the olde New England small town vibe. If you don't find anything to be interested in, you'll die of the small town after NYC, but, if you stay open to the intellect, art, and energy that is there, you should love the place For real residents, the BB HOF is an afterthought.