History of Pomfret, New York, USA

1854 - Pomfret
Pomfret, a township of Chautauque Co., New York, on Lake Erie, contains Dunkirk, and is intersected by the Lake Shore rail road. Total population, 4483.
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.

1895 - Pomfret
Pomfret, a township of Chautauqua co., N.Y., on Lake Erie. Pop. 4493. It contains Fredonia, Laona, &c.
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

1906
Pomfret, a township (town) of Chautauqua co., N.Y., on Lake Erie. Pop. in 1900, 6313. It contains Fredonia.
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

1921 - Pomfret
Pomfret - The survey of the Holland Land Purchase, begun in 1798, was so far completed that when in 1803 the first settler within the present limits of the town - Thomas McClintock, arrived, he was able to locate the land which he purchased in December, 1803 - lots 8, 4 and 20 in township 6, now in Pomfret. Low Miniger was the next purchaser, in 1804, and in October, Zattu Cushing, the third purchaser in township 6, bought lots 28, 29 and 33. Sales dropped off entirely for six years, but in the meantime township 5, range 12, was being taken up, Eliphalet Burnham buying lot 6 in March, 1805, and the same year Zattu Cushing bought lot 16. In 1800 the first wheat was raised in Clarence Hollow, and it was then estimated that but twelve persons were living upon the Holland Purchase. In 1801 the first white child was born in Pomfret, Catherine Putnam Cushing, who married Philo Hull Stevens, all this antedating the coming of Thomas McClintock, the first settler within the limits of the... Read MORE...

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Pomfret, New York:
Griffis Sculpture Park: This unique park features over 250 sculptures spread across hundreds of acres of rolling hills and woodlands. It's a great place for art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Take a leisurely stroll or hike the trails while admiring the art installations.

Cockaigne Resort: Located just a short drive from Pomfret, this resort offers skiing and snowboarding in the winter months. It's also a fantastic spot for hiking and mountain biking during the warmer seasons.

Lily Dale Assembly: If you're interested in spirituality and the paranormal, don't miss Lily Dale. It's a small, peaceful community known for its mediums and spiritualist practices. You can attend workshops, lectures, and even get a reading.

Lake Erie Wine Country: Pomfret is part of the Lake Erie Wine Country, which boasts several wineries and vineyards. Take a wine tour and sample some of the local wines while enjoying the beautiful countryside.

Fredonia Opera House: Just a short drive from... Read MORE...