Barton is a town in southwestern Tioga County, New York known for its gently rolling hills, as containing both the Susquehanna and Chemung rivers, and for being situated just north of the Pennsylvania state line. Major attractions include the rich Native American and early American history associated with the area. Among the biggest companies in Barton are Leprino Cheese Factory, Bartons biggest employer,Counter Strike Paintball II Paintball Fields and Jet Dry Carpet Cleaning. The biggest nearby schools are Ithica College and Cornell University. One of the best places to visit when you are in Barton is TLC Blueberry Farm. Famous persons from the Barton area include Belva Lockwood one of the first female lawyers in the country, the first woman to argue a case before the Supreme Court and the first woman to be on an official ballot running for president in 1884 and 1888.