Sonyea is a part of the Livingston region/metro area of New York known for its Strong Museum and Geva Theatre Center. Major attractions include George Eastman House and Seabreeze Amusement Park. Each year in the fall season there is the Purple Foot Festival. Among the biggest companies in Sonyea are Groveland Correctional Facility and Livingston Correctional Facility. The biggest schools here are Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School and SUNY Brockport. One of the best places to visit when you are in Sonyea is the Anthony Square. Famous persons from Sonyea include James C. Adamson and Malcolm Glazer.