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Hinesburg, VT
Chartered in 1762, Hinesburg's history is rooted in farming and early water-powered manufacturing. Today, the village is still surrounded by open green farmland along the LaPlatte River, and is a relatively small town outside Burlington. About 36 miles square, the western half is in the Champlain Valley, the eastern half in the foothills of the Green Mountains. hinesburg.org
Hinesburg is a scenic town in Chittenden County, known for its agricultural heritage and the picturesque Lake Iroquois.
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1763 - (Hinesburg) The charter was recorded by Abel HINE, register, on the 18th of February, 1763.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1783 - (Hinesburg) The first meeting of the proprietors was held at New Milford, Conn., on the last Friday of July, 1762,
and their last meeting at that place was held on the 9th of May, 1783. One week later a warning was issued through the “public papers," signed by Ira ALLEN, at Sunderland, for a meeting to be held "at the House of Abner CHAFFEE, in said Hinesburg, on the fifth Monday of June next." At that time and place Noble HINE was chosen moderator, and Isaac HITCHCOCK clerk; whereupon the meeting was adjourned to the house of Isaac LAWRENCE, July 7, 1783.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
and their last meeting at that place was held on the 9th of May, 1783. One week later a warning was issued through the “public papers," signed by Ira ALLEN, at Sunderland, for a meeting to be held "at the House of Abner CHAFFEE, in said Hinesburg, on the fifth Monday of June next." At that time and place Noble HINE was chosen moderator, and Isaac HITCHCOCK clerk; whereupon the meeting was adjourned to the house of Isaac LAWRENCE, July 7, 1783.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1789 (Hinesburg) - The Congregational Church in Hinesburg was organized on May 20, 1789,
in the very infancy of the settlement of the town, and only two years subsequent to its first town meeting. The church was organized by the Rev. Nathan PERKINS, laboring under the direction of a missionary society in Connecticut...
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
in the very infancy of the settlement of the town, and only two years subsequent to its first town meeting. The church was organized by the Rev. Nathan PERKINS, laboring under the direction of a missionary society in Connecticut...
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1793 - (Hinesburg) In 1793 Mr. BOSTWICK erected a grist-mill just above the shop now occupied by John EDWIN. It was a two-story structure. Some time between 1793 and 1800 Mr. BOSTWICK built a carding-mill on the site now occupied by the grist-mill.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1801 - (Hinesburg) About 1801 Mr. BOSTWICK, in company with Messrs. ELDRIDGE and PECK, built a saw-mill.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1832 (Hinesburg) PATRICK's iron foundry, at Mechanicsville, was built in 1832 by Rufus PATRICK, and operated by him until 1876,
when he was succeeded by his son, D. K. PATRICK, who still carries on the business, manufacturing agricultural implements, and employing two or three men.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
when he was succeeded by his son, D. K. PATRICK, who still carries on the business, manufacturing agricultural implements, and employing two or three men.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1839 - Hinesburgh
Hinesburgh, Vermont
Chittenden county. Platt river and Lewis creek water this town. A part of the town is mountainous, but the soil is generally very good, particularly for grazing. About 9,000 sheep are kept here, and some products of the farms are exported. Hinesburgh contains a pleasant village, and numerous manufacturing operations are found on its streams. First settled about 1785. Population, 1830, 1,669. It lies 13 miles S.S.E. from Burlington and 26 W. from Montpelier.
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
Hinesburgh, Vermont
Chittenden county. Platt river and Lewis creek water this town. A part of the town is mountainous, but the soil is generally very good, particularly for grazing. About 9,000 sheep are kept here, and some products of the farms are exported. Hinesburgh contains a pleasant village, and numerous manufacturing operations are found on its streams. First settled about 1785. Population, 1830, 1,669. It lies 13 miles S.S.E. from Burlington and 26 W. from Montpelier.
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
1849 Hinesburgh
Chittenden Co. There is in the north part of the town a high ridge of rough land, called Prichard Mountain. The west part has generally a level surface, interspersed with small hillocks. In the eastern part the land is hilly and broken, containing, however, a good share of feasible, fertile, and valuable land. The forest consisted of hard timber generally. There were some beaver meadows, one of which contained between 100 and 200 acres, from which the first settlers derived much benefit.
The principal streams are Lewis Creek, Laplot River, and Pond Brook. Lewis Creek enters the town from Monkton. and takes a westerly course through the south-west part of the town. On this stream, in the year 1790, Mr. Nathan Leavenworth, one of the early settlers, built a sawmill and a grist mill. This mill is in the bounds of Charlotte. Before it was built, the inhabitants were obliged to go to Winooski Falls, at Burlington, or to Vergennes, for their grinding.
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Chittenden Co. There is in the north part of the town a high ridge of rough land, called Prichard Mountain. The west part has generally a level surface, interspersed with small hillocks. In the eastern part the land is hilly and broken, containing, however, a good share of feasible, fertile, and valuable land. The forest consisted of hard timber generally. There were some beaver meadows, one of which contained between 100 and 200 acres, from which the first settlers derived much benefit.
The principal streams are Lewis Creek, Laplot River, and Pond Brook. Lewis Creek enters the town from Monkton. and takes a westerly course through the south-west part of the town. On this stream, in the year 1790, Mr. Nathan Leavenworth, one of the early settlers, built a sawmill and a grist mill. This mill is in the bounds of Charlotte. Before it was built, the inhabitants were obliged to go to Winooski Falls, at Burlington, or to Vergennes, for their grinding.
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1854 - Hinesburg
Hinesburo, a post-township of Chittenden co., Vermont, 25 miles W. by N. from Montpelier. Population, 1834.
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.
Hinesburo, a post-township of Chittenden co., Vermont, 25 miles W. by N. from Montpelier. Population, 1834.
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.
1856 - (Hinesburg) The Hinesburg Woolen Mill was purchased in the spring of 1856 by Andrew DOW, Nelson M. NAY and Isaiah DOW, who then began the manufacture of woolen goods.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1866 - (Hinesburg) The Valley Cheese Factory was established by a stock company in 1866.
It is now owned by C. G. PECK, Herman POST, the estate of Frederick MAECK, Albert RAY and Eli BROWNSON. While this was the only factory in town it used the milk from about 1,000 cows, but other factories in this and neighboring towns have reduced its business to some extent, though it now turns out an excellent quality. It uses the milk of about 400 cows.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
It is now owned by C. G. PECK, Herman POST, the estate of Frederick MAECK, Albert RAY and Eli BROWNSON. While this was the only factory in town it used the milk from about 1,000 cows, but other factories in this and neighboring towns have reduced its business to some extent, though it now turns out an excellent quality. It uses the milk of about 400 cows.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1868 - (Hinesburg) PATRICK's butter-tub and cheese-box manufactory and saw and cider-mill was established by R. PATRICK & Sons in 1868.
The works now employ from three to six men, who manufacture 5,000 feet of lumber a day, 3,000 butter-tubs and 12,000 cheese-boxes per annum, while the cider-mill has the capacity for making sixty barrels of cider per diem.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
The works now employ from three to six men, who manufacture 5,000 feet of lumber a day, 3,000 butter-tubs and 12,000 cheese-boxes per annum, while the cider-mill has the capacity for making sixty barrels of cider per diem.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1868 - Loss by the Fire in Hinesburg, Vt.
From the Burlington Free Press, March 20.
The woolen mill of DOW & BOYNTON, Hinesburg, was destroyed by fire yesterday. The fire broke out while all hands were gone to dinner, and in very few minutes the interior of the main building was filled with flame and smoke. There was no fire engine available, and the whole structure with the machinery, office and storehouse was consumed. The safe and most of the goods in the office were saved. There was in the storehouse about 60,000 pounds of wool, a portion of which was saved, some of it in a damaged condition. In the lower part of the storehouse were forty or fifty cords of wood, most of which was burned. By the well-applied energies of the citizens the buildings in the vicinity and a large quantity of wood and lumber piled around and near the mill were saved. Most of the wood belonged to other parties, being there to be worked up. The mill had been idle during most of the Winter, on account of low water, and had just been started... Read MORE...
From the Burlington Free Press, March 20.
The woolen mill of DOW & BOYNTON, Hinesburg, was destroyed by fire yesterday. The fire broke out while all hands were gone to dinner, and in very few minutes the interior of the main building was filled with flame and smoke. There was no fire engine available, and the whole structure with the machinery, office and storehouse was consumed. The safe and most of the goods in the office were saved. There was in the storehouse about 60,000 pounds of wool, a portion of which was saved, some of it in a damaged condition. In the lower part of the storehouse were forty or fifty cords of wood, most of which was burned. By the well-applied energies of the citizens the buildings in the vicinity and a large quantity of wood and lumber piled around and near the mill were saved. Most of the wood belonged to other parties, being there to be worked up. The mill had been idle during most of the Winter, on account of low water, and had just been started... Read MORE...
1871 - (Hinesburg) The Union Cheese Factory was also started by a stock company in 1871, and is now owned by Daniel J. WALSTON.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1873 - (Hinesburg) Charles MURRAY's excelsior manufactory, on Pond Brook, was commenced in 1873 by its present proprietor. He employs two or three men and manufactures about one hundred tons of excelsior per annum, using basswood and poplar.
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
History of Chittenden County, Vermont With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers
Edited By W. S. Rann, Syracuse, N. Y. D. Mason & Co., Publishers, 1886
1886 - Hinesburg
THIS town is situated in the southern part of the county, is bounded north by Shelburne, St. George and Richmond, east by Huntington and by Starksboro, in Addison county, south by Starksboro and Monkton, in that county, and west by Charlotte. The charter of Hinesburg was granted by Benning Wentworth on the 24th of June, 1762...
In outline the town is very regular, being a perfect square, with each side six miles in length, enclosing a tract of 23,040 acres. Unlike most of the other towns in the State, Hinesburg at the beginning really contained the area ascribed to it, and has suffered neither increase nor diminution from then up to the present time. The soil in the western part of the town is principally clay and very fertile, while the surface is not mountainous, though in many places the limestone formations have been thrown up into small ridges or hillocks, some of which are rough and precipitous. In the eastern part the soil is a sandy or gravelly loam, overlying a talcose... Read MORE...
THIS town is situated in the southern part of the county, is bounded north by Shelburne, St. George and Richmond, east by Huntington and by Starksboro, in Addison county, south by Starksboro and Monkton, in that county, and west by Charlotte. The charter of Hinesburg was granted by Benning Wentworth on the 24th of June, 1762...
In outline the town is very regular, being a perfect square, with each side six miles in length, enclosing a tract of 23,040 acres. Unlike most of the other towns in the State, Hinesburg at the beginning really contained the area ascribed to it, and has suffered neither increase nor diminution from then up to the present time. The soil in the western part of the town is principally clay and very fertile, while the surface is not mountainous, though in many places the limestone formations have been thrown up into small ridges or hillocks, some of which are rough and precipitous. In the eastern part the soil is a sandy or gravelly loam, overlying a talcose... Read MORE...
1895 - Hinesburg
Hinesburg, hinz'burg, a post-village of Chittenden co., Vt., in Hinesburg township, 12 miles S.S.E. of Burlington. It has 3 churches, an academy, and manufactures of excelsior, lumber, woollen goods, &c. Here is a money. order post-office. Pop. about 500; of the township, 1573.
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
Hinesburg, hinz'burg, a post-village of Chittenden co., Vt., in Hinesburg township, 12 miles S.S.E. of Burlington. It has 3 churches, an academy, and manufactures of excelsior, lumber, woollen goods, &c. Here is a money. order post-office. Pop. about 500; of the township, 1573.
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
1916
Hinesburg, a post-village of Chittenden co., Vt., in Hinesburg township (town), 12 miles SSE. of Burlington. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1216.
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
Hinesburg, a post-village of Chittenden co., Vt., in Hinesburg township (town), 12 miles SSE. of Burlington. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1216.
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 guide to some of the best places to go and things to do in Hinesburg:
1. Hinesburg Village
Start your exploration of Hinesburg in its charming village center. It's a quintessential Vermont town with historic buildings, a town green, and a strong sense of community. Take a leisurely stroll around the village, and you'll find boutique shops, local restaurants, and cafes. The village is also home to several annual events, like the Hinesburg Artist Series and the Hinesburg Music Jam.
2. Geprags Community Park
If you're traveling with family or just want to enjoy some outdoor fun, head to Geprags Community Park. This spacious park features a playground for kids, a picnic area, and walking trails. It's an ideal spot for a relaxing afternoon or a family outing.
3. Hiking and Biking Trails
Hinesburg boasts some fantastic hiking and biking opportunities. One of the most popular options is the LaPlatte River Natural Area, a 141-acre park with well-maintained trails. The hike to the scenic LaPlatte River is relatively easy and offers beautiful views ... Read MORE...
1. Hinesburg Village
Start your exploration of Hinesburg in its charming village center. It's a quintessential Vermont town with historic buildings, a town green, and a strong sense of community. Take a leisurely stroll around the village, and you'll find boutique shops, local restaurants, and cafes. The village is also home to several annual events, like the Hinesburg Artist Series and the Hinesburg Music Jam.
2. Geprags Community Park
If you're traveling with family or just want to enjoy some outdoor fun, head to Geprags Community Park. This spacious park features a playground for kids, a picnic area, and walking trails. It's an ideal spot for a relaxing afternoon or a family outing.
3. Hiking and Biking Trails
Hinesburg boasts some fantastic hiking and biking opportunities. One of the most popular options is the LaPlatte River Natural Area, a 141-acre park with well-maintained trails. The hike to the scenic LaPlatte River is relatively easy and offers beautiful views ... Read MORE...
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