History of Huntington, Vermont, USA

1763 - The town of New Huntington was chartered by Governor Benning WENTWORTH to the following named grantees on the 7th of June, 1763:
Edward BURLING, Samuel TREADWELL, Jesse LAWRENCE, John UNDERHILL, Joshua HUNT, Thomas DOWNE, Cornelius DAVOE, Charles HUNT, Benjamin CORNELL, Uriah TRAVIS, William GIFFERS, Benjamin BOWNE, David GUION, Oliver BESLEY, jr., Joshua ANTUNES, James ANTUNES, John ANGWIN, George ANTUNES, Jacob COUTANT, Samuel CRAWFORD, Thomas OAKLEY, Isaac OAKLEY, Marmaduke PALMER, Peter HUGGEFORD, James DAVIS, Marmaduke HUNT, James FERRIS, Thos. FERRIS, James FERRIS, jr., John FERRIS, John FERRIS, jr., William FERRIS, Aaron QUINBY, Aaron QUINBY, jr., Israel HONEYWELL, Jonathan FOWLER, John FOWLER, John CORNELL, Joseph CORNELL, John BURLING, Hugh RIDER, Jonathan PINKNEY, Gilbert PINKNEY, Charles PINKNEY, David PINKNEY, Joseph CORNELL, jr., William CORNELL, Benjamin FERRIS, James FERRIS, son of Benjamin, Benjamin FERRIS, jr., Matthew FRANKLIN, Thomas HOWLAND, Richard TITUS, Caleb GIFFIN, Edward BURLING, jr., Samuel AVERILL, the Hon. William TEMPLE, John NELSON, Thomas ATKINSON, Major Jonathan MOULTON,... Read MORE...

1791 - Population of Huntington, Vermont - 167

A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1795 - The town was originally called New Huntington but the name was changed to Huntington in 1795. It was named for landholders Josiah, Charles and Marmaduke Hunt.

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1800 - Population of Huntington, Vermont - 405

A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1810 - Population of Huntington, Vermont - 514

A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1820 - Population of Huntington, Vermont - 732

A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1827 - The first town's Post Office was established in 1827 as Huntingdon, and it took fifteen years of protests from townspeople to get the spelling corrected.

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1830 - Population of Huntington, Vermont - 929

A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1839 - Huntington
Huntington, Vermont
Chittenden county. First settled 1786. Population, in 1830, 929.—Huntington lies 20 miles W. from Montpelier, and 15 S.E. from Burlington. Huntington river passes through this town; it is a branch of Onion river, is rapid in its course, affording several towns an abundant water power. The soil of Huntington is poor: its surface is generally too hilly for cultivation.—Camel's Back mountain lies in the eastern part of the town.
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

1840 - Population of Huntington, Vermont - 914

A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1849 Huntington
Chittenpen Co. That celebrated summit of the Green Mountains, called Camel's Hump, is in the east part of this township. There are some farms which produce tolerable crops, but the soil is, in most parts, rocky and poor. Timber, such as is common to the mountain towns.

Boundaries. North by Bolton, and a part of Richmond, east by Duxbury and Fayston, south by Avery's and Buel's Gores, and west by Starkborough, and Hinesburgh.

First Settlers. The settlement of this township was commenced in March, 1786, by Jehiel Johns and Elisha Bradley, emigrants from Manchester and Sunderland in this State.

First Ministers. The Freewill Baptists and Methodists built a meetinghouse here in 1836.

Productions of the Soil. Wheat, 1,423 bushels; Indian corn, 3,615 bushels; potatoes, 24,987 bushels; hay, 2,596 tons; maple sugar, 19,480 pounds; wool, 7,738 pounds.

Distances. Twenty miles west from Montpelier, and fifteen south-east from Burlington.
A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849

1854 - Huntington
Huntington, a post-township of Chittenden county, Vermont, intersected by Huntington river, about 20 miles W. from Montpelier. Population, 885.
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.

1875 - Norman J. MIX's saw mill, located on Huntington River, was built by Harry M. SMALL, in 1875. Mr. MIX manufactures annually 100,000 feet of clapboards and 500,000 staves, in addition to a large amount of common lumber.
Gazetteer and Business Directory of
Chittenden County, Vt. For 1882-83
Compiled and Published by Hamilton Child
Printed At The Journal Office, Syracuse, N. Y,
August, 1882. Pages 215-223.

In 1880, Huntington had a population of 811, was divided into seven school districts and contained seven common schools, employing two male and seven female teachers, at an aggregate salary of $721.81.
There were 177 pupils attending common school, while the entire cost of the schools for the year, ending October 3 1st, was $860.12, with Mr. I. L. STRONG, Jr., superintendent.

Gazetteer and Business Directory of
Chittenden County, Vt. For 1882-83
Compiled and Published by Hamilton Child
Printed At The Journal Office, Syracuse, N. Y,
August, 1882. Pages 215-223.

1882 - Huntington
HUNTINGTON, a post village located in the northwestern part of the town, on Huntington River, contains one church (Union), three stores, one blacksmith shop, a hotel, saw mill, grist mill, and about thirty dwellings. The nearest railway station is Richmond, with which the village is connected by a daily stage.

HUNTINGTON CENTER, a post village located on the river about two and one half miles southeast from Huntington village, near the centre of the town, contains one church (Union), a town hall, a hotel, one store, a blacksmith shop, and about twenty dwellings. The village is connected with Richmond depot, eight miles distant, by a daily stage, which carries the mail.

Gazetteer and Business Directory of Chittenden County, Vt. For 1882-83
Compiled and Published by Hamilton Child
Printed At The Journal Office, Syracuse, N. Y,
August, 1882. Pages 215-223

Huntington, 1886
HUNTINGTON is a mountainous town of irregular outline in the extreme southeastern part of the county, and is bounded north by Richmond and Bolton, east by Duxbury and Fayston, in Washington county, south by Buel's Gore and by Starksboro, in Addison county, and west by Starksboro and Hinesburg.

The surface of the town is broken by hills and precipitous mountains, and contains but little level land, except along the fertile intervales of Huntington River. The highest elevation is Camel's Hump, one of the principal peaks of the Green Mountains, its summit standing within the eastern boundary of Huntington; while next to it in eminence rises North Mountain, just within the north line of the town, east of Huntington River. The western edge of the town is also skirted by a small range of hills The soil is various and, unlike most mountainous towns, produces abundant quantities of grass and grain. The town is watered by Huntington River and its tributaries, the former flowing across the... Read MORE...

1895 - Huntington
Huntington, a post-hamlet in Huntington township, Chittenden co., Vt., about 20 miles S.E. of Burlington. It has 2 churches and a lumber-mill. The Camel's Hump is on the E. border of the township. Pop. of township, 723.
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1916
Huntington, a post-village in Huntington township (town), Chittenden co., Vt., about 20 miles SE. of Burlington. Camel's Hump is on the E. border of the town. Pop. of the town in 1900, 728 ; of the village, about 100.
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Here are some of the best things to do and places to go in Huntington, Vermont:
1. Camel's Hump State Park: This is the crown jewel of Huntington's outdoor offerings. Camel's Hump is Vermont's third-highest peak and one of the most iconic in the state. The state park boasts an extensive network of hiking trails, ranging from easy walks to challenging hikes that lead to breathtaking summit views. The Long Trail, which stretches from Massachusetts to Canada, also traverses the mountain, making it a popular destination for through-hikers.

2. Huntington River Vineyard: If you're a wine enthusiast, you're in for a treat. Huntington River Vineyard is a family-owned and operated winery located on the slopes of the Huntington River Valley. You can enjoy wine tastings, explore the vineyards, and even participate in events like grape stomping during the harvest season. The scenic views of the surrounding mountains make this a fantastic spot to unwind.

3. Huntington Gorge: For those who appreciate the beauty of nature, Huntington Gorge is a must-visit. This stunning... Read MORE...