History of Marlboro, Vermont, USA

Marlborough, Vermont
Windham county. First settled, 1763. It lies 8 miles S. from Newfane and 24 E. from Bennington. Population, 1830, 1,218. Mrs. Whittemore, the wife of one of the first settlers, spent the winter of 1764–5 in this then wilderness, alone, her husband being absent in the pursuit of his calling, as a tinker. During this winter she saw no human being, except her little daughter and some hunters who happened accidentally to pass that way. She cut down timber and furnished browse for their cattle, and thus kept them alive through the winter. Mrs. W. was very useful to the settlers, both as a nurse and a midwife. She possessed a vigorous constitution, and frequently travelled through the woods upon snow shoes from one part of the town to another, both by night and day, to relieve the distressed. She lived to the age of 87 years, officiated as midwife at more than 2,000 births, and never lost a patient.

The town is well watered by the W. branch of West river, Whetstone...

Windham Co. The town is well watered by the west branch of West River, Whetstone Brook, and Green River. It has a good soil, and is very productive in wheat, rye, and other grain, fruit and potatoes.

Here are a pleasant village, several fine trout ponds, various kinds of minerals and medicinal springs. Marlborough suffered some by the Indians, and did much for the cause of independence.

Boundaries. North by Newfane, and a part of Dover, east by Brattleborough, and a part of Dummerston, south by Halifax, and west by Wilmington.

First Settlers. The settlement was commenced as early as the spring of 1763, by Abel Stockwell, from West Springfield, Mass., and Thomas Whitmore, from Middletown, Ct. Whitmore came in by the way of Halifax, and settled in the south part of the town, and Stockwell by the way of Brattleborough, and settled in the eastern border. These families spent nearly a year in tov/ n, and endured many hardships, without any knowledge of each other, each considering...

Marlboro, a post-village in Marlboro township (town), Windham co, Vt., about 24 miles E. of Bennington. Pop. of the town in 1900, 448.

1. Marlboro Music Festival:
One of Marlboro's claims to fame is the renowned Marlboro Music Festival, held every summer since 1951. It brings together world-class musicians for chamber music performances. If you visit during the festival season, don't miss the chance to attend a concert in the beautiful Persons Auditorium.

2. Hogback Mountain Scenic Overlook:
For breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, head to Hogback Mountain. There's an observation tower that provides a fantastic vantage point for leaf-peeping in the fall or just enjoying the scenic beauty year-round.

3. Marlboro College Campus:
Explore the picturesque campus of Marlboro College, known for its unique educational approach and stunning surroundings. While the college closed in 2020, the campus and its trails remain open to the public. The iconic Serkin Center for the Performing Arts is a must-see.

4. Marlboro Music School and Festival Grounds:
The Marlboro Music School and...