History of Barnard, Vermont, USA

1761 - (Barnard, VT) - The town was chartered on July 17, 1761, by a New Hampshire Grant and named after the second-listed grantee of the town (with five others),
Sir Francis Bernard, 1st Baronet, and since 1760 Governor of the Province of Massachusetts Bay.
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1824 - Barnard
BARNARD, a post town in Windsor County, 21 miles northwest from Windsor, and 37 south from Montpelier, is in lat. 43° 44′ and long 4° 20′. It is bounded northerly by Royalton and Bethel, east by Pomfret, south by Bridgewater and west by Stockbridge. The town was chartered July 17, 1761, to William Story, Francis Barnard and their associates. In 1774, the first permanent settlement was made by Asa and Lot Whitcomb, Thomas W. White and others, emigrants from Massachusetts and Connecticut. At the time of the battle of Bunker's hill, (properly Breed's hill,) which took place on the 17th of July, 1775, the firing was distinctly heard in this town by Thomas Freeman and others, a distance of more than 100 miles. On the 9th of August, 1780, this town was visited by a party of 21 Indians, who made prisoners of Thomas M. Wright, Prince Haskell and John Newton, and carried them to Canada. Newton and Wright made their escape the spring following, and Haskell was exchanged the succeeding fall.... Read MORE...

1839 - Barnard
Barnard, Vermont
Windsor county. First settled, 1774. Incorporated, 1778. Population, 1830, 1,881. It is watered by Broad Brook which empties into White river in Sharon; and by Locust Creek, which also empties into White river in Bethel. On this Creek, during the revolutionary war, there was erected a Fort, where the militia of this and other towns were stationed as a defence against Indian depredations—they having surprised and carried to Canada number of its first settlers in 1780. In the centre of this town is the village, and a beautiful pond, from which issues a stream on which there are mills. On this Creek is an establishment for the manufacture of starch from potatoes. This stream joins its waters with the Creek one mile from the pond. The surface of the town is hilly. The soil is well adapted for grazing; and there are but few towns that turn off yearly more cattle, butter and cheese, sheep and wool. The number of sheep is about 6,000. It lies 10 miles north of Woodstock,... Read MORE...

1849 - Barnard
Windsor Co. Barnard is watered by Broad Brook, which empties into White River in Sharon : and by Locust Creek, which also empties into White River in Bethel. On this creek, during the revolutionary war, there was erected a fort, where the militia of this and other towns were stationed, as a defence against Indian depredations - tbey having surprised and carried to Canada a number of its first settlers, in 1780.

In the centre of this town is the village, and a beautiful pond, from which issues a stream on which there are mills. On this creek is an establishment for the manufacture of starch from potatoes. This stream joins its waters with the creek one mile from the pond.

The surface of this town is hilly. The soil is well adapted to grazing ; and there are but few towns that turn off yearly more cattle, butter and cheese, sheep and wool.

It is stated as a singular fact, that the firing on Bunker Hill, on the 17th of June, 1775, was distinctly heard in this town, 130 miles... Read MORE...

1854 - Barnard
Barnard, a post-township of Windsor county, Vermont, about 35 miles S. of Muontpelier, watered by several tributaries of White river. Population, 1647.
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.

1876 - September 14 - A little girl died at Barnard, Vermont, the other day by paralysis caused by the poison in colored stockings which she had been in the habit of wearing.

Juniata Sentinel and Republican
Mifflintown, Pennsylvania
September 14, 1876

1881 - March 9 - Probability of a Terrible Crime.
ROYLTON, VT., March 9. - On Saturday the dwelling of Mrs. Levi Belknap, East Barnard, Vermont, was burned and her body found in the ruins. There are suspicious circumstances strongly indicating murder, which will probably lead to the arrest of one or more persons.
The Indianapolis News
Indianapolis, Indiana
March 9, 1881

1895 - Barnard
Bar'nard, a post-hamlet and township of Windsor co, Vt., about 20 miles E.N.E. of Rutland. It has 2 churches, a carriage-shop, and lumber-mills. Pop. 1208.
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

1905 - It is suggested that the new tuberculosis sanatorium be located in Barnard "where there are no grave yards and where nobody ever dies"...
When Ponce de Leon was fussing around in Florida looking for the fountain of youth he was really looking for Barnard. Now that the secret is out perhaps Barnard will open her gates, broadening the invitation to include others beside those strictly belonging in the tuberculous class. There may be a balm in Barnard for other ills.
St Albans Daily Messenger
St Albans, Vermont
October 28, 1905

1915 - BARNARD TO HAVE PASTOR. Oldest Vermont Universalist Parish Receives Large Bequest.
Barnard, Sept. 28. - At a recent parish meeting of the Universalist church it was voted to secure a permanent pastor as soon as possible. Barnard is the oldest Universalist paris hin Vermont and was an early pastorate of "Father" Ballou, the great Universalist theologian.

No regular pastor has been settled here for many years, but the recent bequest of a large fund and a parsonage now make this possible.
St Albans Messenger
St Albans, Vermont
September 30, 1915

1916
Bar'nard, a post-village and township (town) of Windsor co., Vt., about 20 miles ENE. of Rutland. Pop. of the town in 1900, 840.
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

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Barnard:
Silver Lake State Park: Start your visit with a trip to Silver Lake State Park, where you can enjoy swimming, picnicking, and hiking. The lake is pristine, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, making it a great spot for a leisurely day outdoors.

Barnard General Store: Don't miss the Barnard General Store, a quintessential Vermont country store. Grab a sandwich or some local Vermont cheeses and take in the small-town charm. It's also a great place to pick up some souvenirs or necessities.

Barnard Historical Society and Museum: For history buffs, the Barnard Historical Society and Museum is a must-visit. Learn about the town's fascinating past through exhibits and artifacts that showcase its heritage.

Barnard Silver Lake Boat Rentals: If you're a fan of boating, head to Barnard Silver Lake Boat Rentals and rent a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. Exploring Silver Lake by boat is a serene and peaceful experience.

Fable Farm Fermentory: Vermont is known for its craft... Read MORE...