History of Voluntown, Connecticut, USA

1721 - Incorporated in 1721, Voluntown received its name from the fact that, in 1700, the Volunteers of the Narragansett War were given lots in the area to build homesteads—thus creating a Volunteer Town.

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1819 - Voluntown
Voluntown is situated in the southeast part of the county; bounded on the north by Plainfield and Sterling, on the east by Exeter, in Rhode-Island, on the south by North-Stonington, and on the west by Griswold, in New-London county. It has an average length of about 9 miles, and an average breadth of more than 4 miles, comprising nearly 39 miles...
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 - Voluntown
Voluntown, Connecticut
Windham county. This town was incorporated in 1719. It derived its name from the circumstance that most of its territory was granted, in 1696, to Volunteers in the Narraganset war. The surface is, in some parts, hilly, but the prevailing character of the surface and soil is a sandy and gravelly loam.

Voluntown is 14 miles E. from Norwich, and is bounded by Rhode Island on the east, and North Stonington on the south. Population, in 1830, 1,304. The town is watered by Wood river, a branch of the Pawcatuck, on which are one woolen and two cotton mills.
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

1854 - Voluntown
Voluntown, a post-township of Windham co., Connecticut, 56 miles £. S. E. from Hartford. Population, 1004.
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.

1906
Voluntown, a post-village in Voluntown township (town), Windham co., Conn., 13 miles ENE. of Norwich. Pop. of the town in 1900, 872.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Voluntown:
Pachaug State Forest:

Explore the great outdoors in the Pachaug State Forest. It's perfect for hiking, camping, fishing, and picnicking. There are numerous trails catering to different skill levels.

Beach Pond:

Enjoy some serene moments by the Beach Pond. Whether it's fishing, kayaking, or simply sitting by the shore, this picturesque pond is a peaceful retreat.

Hopeville Pond State Park:

Another gem for outdoor enthusiasts, Hopeville Pond State Park offers hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and a beautiful pond for boating and swimming during the summer months.

Voluntown Peace Trust:

Check out the Voluntown Peace Trust, a unique and tranquil space that promotes peace, sustainability, and community. They often host events and workshops centered around these themes.

Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream:

Treat yourself to some delicious ice cream at Buttonwood Farm. Famous for their sunflowers in the summer, this is a great spot to cool down and indulge in a variety... Read MORE...