History of Ferrisburgh, Vermont, USA

Ferrisburgh, Vermont
Addison county. This township possesses a good soil, an excellent water power by Otter, Little Otter, and Lewis creeks; and navigable privileges on the waters of the outlets of those creeks and lake Champlain. Basin Harbor in this town is deep and well protected from winds, and is a place of considerable navigation and commercial importance. Across the lake to Essex, N.Y., is about two miles. Large crops of grain are produced here, and Ferrisburgh is noted for its fine butter, cheese, pork, and fat cattle. There are some woolen and other manufactures on its streams, and about 10,000 sheep graze in its pastures. Large quantites of fish are annually taken in the season of spring. First settled, 1784. Population, 1830, 1,822. Ferrisburgh lies 19 miles S. from Burlington, 16 N.W. from Middlebury, and 34 W. from Montpelier.

Addison Co. This township is watered principally by Otter, Little Otter, and Lewis Creeks. Otter Creek enters the township from Vergennes, and after running north-westerly about eight miles, across the south-west part, falls into Lake Champlain about three miles south of the mouth of Little Otter Creek. Little Otter and Lewis Creeks run through the township in a westerly direction ; the former through the middle, and the latter through the north part. The mouths by which they are discharged into the lake are within eighty rods of each other. Otter Creek is navigable eight miles ta Vergennes, and Little Otter Creek three miles, by the largest vessels on the lake. In Little Otter Creek are four, and in Lewis Creek three commodious falls, on which mills and other machinery are erected. Large quantities of pike, bass, &c., are annually taken in the spring of the year, about the mouths of these streams. About three miles north of the southwest corner of the township is one of the best...

Ferrisburg, a post-township of Addison county, Vermont, on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, on the Rutland and Burlington railroad, 32 miles W. by S. from Montpelier, intersected by Otter creek. Pop., 2075.

Fer'risburg, a post-village of Addison co, Vt. in Ferrisburg township, and on the Central Vermont Railroad, 19 miles S. of Burlington, and 2 miles N. of Vergennes. It has 2 churches. The township is bounded on the W by Lake Champlain, and intersected by Otter Creek. It contains the village of North Ferrisburg. Total pop. 1768.

Ferrisburg, a post-village of Addison co., Vt., in Ferrisburg township (town), on the Central Vermont R., 19 miles S. of Burlington. The town is bounded on the W. by Lake Champlain and intersected by Otter Creek. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1619 ; of the village, about 300.

Lake Champlain: Ferrisburgh is located along the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in the United States. Spend a day by the lake, go fishing, or take a scenic boat tour to admire the stunning views of the Adirondack Mountains across the water.

Vermont Grand View Farm: This working farm is a great place to experience Vermont's rural charm. You can interact with friendly animals, take a tour of the farm, and even participate in activities like milking cows or making cheese.

Button Bay State Park: Located on the shores of Lake Champlain, Button Bay State Park is a fantastic spot for outdoor enthusiasts. You can go hiking on the park's trails, have a picnic by the lake, or simply relax on the beach. The park also has a nature center that offers educational programs.

Rokeby Museum: This historic site is a National Historic Landmark and a stop on the Underground Railroad. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of Vermont and...