Known as the Sandstone Center of the World, The City of Amherst (population 12,000) is a classic American “small town” located close to beautiful Lake Erie. Enjoy a tour of downtown Amherst by video at: Main Street Amherst Lip Dub. With a perfect mix of an old-time Main Street and modern retail & services along Route 58 and Cooper Foster Road, there’s no denying that this idyllic city is a great place to live, work and play!