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• 1724 - British build Fort Dummer at Dummerston
  
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• 1839 - Dummerston
  Dummerston, Vermont
  Windham county. West river passes through this town and gives it a good water power. The surface is rough and hilly, but adapted to grazing. Black mountain, near the centre, is a vast body of granite. Good slate for buildings, and primitive limestone are found. There are in Dummerston some manufacturing concerns and a considerable number of sheep. Population, 1830, 1,592: 90 miles S. from Montpelier, and 8 S.E. from Newfane.
  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. Alphabetically arranged. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839
  
• 1849 Dummerston
  Windham Co. This township is watered by West River, which enters it from Newfane, and passes through it in a south-easterly direction into Brattleborough, and by several small streams, some of which fall into this river and others into the Connecticut, affording a considerable number of good sites for mills. The surface of Dummerston is broken. The rocks, which constitute Black Mountain, near the centre of the town are an immense body of granite. A range of argillaceous slate passes through it from south to north, and is considerably quarried for roof slate and grave stones. Primitive limestone occurs in beds. Specimens of tremolite, limpid quartz, and galena, or the sulphuret of lead, are also found here. This is one of the oldest towns in the state.
  
  Boundaries. North by Putney and Brookline, east by Connecticut River, which separates it from Westmoreland, N. H., south by Brattleborough, and west by a part of Marlborough and Newfane.
  
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• 1854 - Dummerston
  Dummerston, a post-township of Windham county, Vermont, 100 miles S. of Montpelier. Population, 1645.
  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.
  
• 1859
  DUMMERSTON, a township in Windham co., in the state of Vermont, 115 m. S by E of Montpelier. Pop. 1,263.
  A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859
  
• 1895 - Dummerston
  Dum'merston, a post-village of Windham co, Vt., in Dummerston township, on the Central Vermont Railroad, 5 miles N. of Brattleborough. It has 2 churches, granite quarries, and furniture-mills. Pop. of the township, 860.
  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
  
•   1906 - FELL OVERBOARD
  Albert Clement Drowned in Connecticut River
  COMPANION COULD NOT SAVE HIM
  Men Were Returning to Dummerston from the "Jack" Allen Resort in Chesterfield, N. H.
  (Special to The Messenger)
  Brattleboro, Nov. 19 - Albert Clement, employed by Charles Walker, of Dummerston, fell from a ferry boat into the Connecticut river last night and was drowned. Clement had been to the "Jack" Allen resort in Chesterfield, N. H., across the river from Dummerston, and was returning when a companion saw him fall into the river, but was powerless to aid him. The body was not seen again and on account of the darkness it is not known whether he came to the surface or not. Clement was about 25 years old. He had no family and the place of his home is not known.
  St. Albans Daily Messenger
  St. Albans, Vermont
  November 19, 1906
  
• 1916
  Dummerston, a post- village of Windham co., Vt, in Dummerston township (town), on the Central Vermont R., 5 miles N. of Brattleboro. Pop. of the town in 1900, 726.
  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
  
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• 2023 - Here are some of the best spots and things to do in Dummerston:
  Dummerston Covered Bridge:
  
  Start your exploration with a visit to the iconic Dummerston Covered Bridge. Built in 1872, this historic bridge spans the West River and provides a picturesque setting for photos. It's a great spot for a leisurely stroll and to appreciate the town's history.
  
  Scott Farm Orchard:
  
  If you're a fan of orchards and fresh produce, head to Scott Farm Orchard. This family-owned orchard is known for its heirloom apples, peaches, and plums. Depending on the season, you might get the chance to pick your own fruits or enjoy some delicious homemade cider.
  
  Camp Plymouth State Park:
  
  Just a short drive away is Camp Plymouth State Park. This scenic park is situated on the shores of Echo Lake and offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The hiking trails around the lake provide a chance to soak in the natural beauty of Vermont.
  
  Downtown Brattleboro:
  
  Dummerston is close to Brattleboro, a vibrant town with a lively arts scene and a... Read MORE...