History of Burlington, Connecticut, USA

1640 - (Burlington, CT) - English settlers arrive
In 1640, John Haynes, governor of Connecticut, negotiated on behalf of the Hartford settlers a purchase from the Tunxis of a large tract of land west of Hartford. The newly acquired land, named by the Tunxis as Tunxis Sepus, or "Bend in the little river" was renamed Tunxis Plantation and in 1645 was incorporated as the town of Farmington. The original land area of Farmington included the present-day towns of Avon, Berlin, Bristol, Burlington, Farmington, New Britain, Plainville, Southington and parts of other towns...
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Incorporated in 1806, Burlington and its many resources—waterways, forests, granite, and copper deposits—attracted small manufactories that made flintlock muskets, mantel clocks, carriages, coffins, and other goods.

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1819 - Burlington
Burlington, a post town, is situated on the western border of the county, seventeen miles west from Hartford. It is bounded on the north by New-Hartford and Canton, on the east by Farmington, south by Bristol, and on the west by Harwinton. It is about six miles in length, from north to south, and five in breadth from east to west, comprising an area of thirty square miles. The township is diversified with hills and dales, and the soil is a gravelly loam, being dry and hard. This town lies within the granite region, in the western part of the State, comprising the whole of Litchfield county, excepting a few townships upon the borders of the State of New-York, which constitute the calcarious district of Connecticut. The lands produce grain, particularly rye and oats, and are tolerably well adapted to orcharding, and some parts afford good grazing...
A Gazetteer of the States of Connecticut and Rhode-Island: Written with Care and Impartiality, from Original and Authentic Materials : Consisting of Two Parts ... with an Accurate and Improved Map of Each State Authors John Chauncey Pease, John Milton Niles Publisher W.S. Marsh, 1819

1839 - Burlington
Burlington, Connecticut
Hartford county. An agricultural township, with a soil of gravelly loam, pleasantly diversified by hills and vales, 17 miles W. from Hartford, and 36 N. from New Haven. Population, 1830, 1,301. It is watered by Farmington river, and was taken from Bristol in 1806. This town has some manufactures, and has been noted for the equality of its inhabitants in regard to property.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1851 - (Burlington, CT) - By 1851 passenger train service was established, thus making the greater world more easily accessible to mostly rural Burlington.

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1854 - Burlington
Burlington, a post-township of Hartford county, Connecticut, on the W. side of Farmington river, 15 miles W. of Hartford. Population, 1161.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1859
BURLINGTON, a township of Hartford co., in the state of Connecticut, 19 m. W of Hartford, watered by the Farmington river and its branches. It presents a diversified surface, but is generally fertile. Pop. 1,201.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859

1886 - Burlington
The territory of which this town and Bristol were formed, belonged, many years ago, to Farmington, and was called Farmington West Woods. It was part of the land purchased of the Tunxis Indians by the original proprietors of that town, and was by them surveyed, and divided into tiers of lots; the interest of each proprietor therein being determined by the amount of his interest in the whole purchase.

For many years after the "reserved lands" of Farmington were settled, this territory remained a wild, unbroken forest. Hartford and Windsor, by coionial grant in the time of Sir Edmund Andros's attempted usurpation, were the proprietors of Litchfield and Harwinton, which were settled earlier than Farmington West Woods. Credible tradition relates that the path of such proprietors to those towns was through West Woods, and it is possible (as some have claimed) that along this wild path settlers might have been found as early as 1740; but they were very few and widely scattered. it is... Read MORE...

1895 - Burlington
Burlington, a post-hamlet of Hartford co., Conn., in Burlington township, about 16 miles W. of Hartford. The township is drained by Farmington River. It has 2 churches, and manufactures of screws, woollen goods, &c. Pop. 1319. Burlington Station is on the Collinsville Branch of the New Haven & Northampton Railroad, 33 miles from New Haven.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Burlington, a post-village of Hartford co.. Conn., in Burlington township (town), about 16 miles W. of Hart ford. The town is drained by the Farmington River. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1218.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

1955 - August 19 - 32.4 cm precipitation at Burlington, Connecticut (state record)

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Here are some place to go and things to do in and around Burlington:
Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area:

Explore nature trails, observe wildlife, and enjoy the serene atmosphere at Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area.

Burlington State Fish Hatchery:

Learn about fish breeding and conservation efforts at the Burlington State Fish Hatchery. It's an educational and family-friendly experience.

Farmington River Tubing:

For a bit of adventure, try tubing down the Farmington River. It's a refreshing way to enjoy the outdoors during the warmer months.

Indian Rock Shelters Trail:

Hike the Indian Rock Shelters Trail to discover ancient Native American rock formations and enjoy scenic views along the way.

Nassahegon State Forest:

Go hiking, mountain biking, or picnicking at Nassahegon State Forest. The forest offers various trails suitable for different skill levels.