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Brimfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Brimfield was the home of General William Eaton, who conducted a daring expedition through the deserts of Barca, in Africa, in 1805.
Brimfield includes: Parksville and Fentonville.
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Brimfield is well-known for its Brimfield Antique Show, one of the largest outdoor antiques and collectibles markets in the country. The show attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world, and it takes place several times a year.
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First Congregational Church, Brimfield, Mass.
Designed by Princeton, Massachusetts architect Captain William Lamb, the church is two stories in height with a front-gable roof on which is set a four-part steeple. Built between 1847 and 1848.

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Hitchcock Free Academy and Soldiers' Monument
The Hitchcock Free Academy, known at first as the Brimfield Free Grammar School, was founded in 1855 by Samuel Austin Hitchcock.
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J. Danielson Lincoln Memorial Library
The library was a gift to the town from James Danielson Lincoln in memory of his mother, Sara Danielson, and his wife, Mrs. Eliza T.M. Lincoln. Sarah Danielson was the daughter of Timothy Danielson, one of Brimfield’s prominent Revolutionary War soldiers, and through her mother’s second marriage, Sarah was a step-daughter of General William Eaton of Barbery Pirate fame. She married Dr. Asa Lincoln, and in 1823 James Danielson Lincoln, the sixth of their ten children, was born. Sarah died when he was ten years old and James went to live with an aunt in Franklin. He later lived in Wrentham where he became a successful manufacturer of jewelry. In his old age he decided to realize a life-long desire to honor his mother’s memory through the gift of a library in Brimfield. brimfieldpubliclibrary.com
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Argonne Rest Camp
In 1918 the ironically named Argonne Rest Camp, 13 Main Street, was built for Thomas T. Gray when he returned to Brimfield from service in World War I. The Rest Camp was a store oriented to the automobile trade where Gray and his wife dispensed gas, sold tires, candy and sodas, and ran a barbershop. waymarking.com

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Long Vue Motel
The front yard of this farmstead was converted into a tourist court to take advantage of traffic on Route 20. The farmhouse served as the office and some of the outbuildings were remodeled for motel units and a general store.
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1839 - Brimfield
Brimfield, Massachusetts
Hampden county. This town lies 19 miles E. by N. from Springfield, 50 W.N.W. from Providence, R.I., and 70 W. by S. from Boston. Population, 1837, 1,599. First settled, 1714. Incorporated, 1731. This is a fine farming town with a good soil, and is well watered by Chickopee and Quinebaugh rivers. The articles manufactured in this town, in one year, amounted to $105,262. The manufactures consisted of cotton goods, boots, shoes, leather, palm-leaf hats, chairs and cabinet ware. The value of wool grown, in one year, was $4,067.
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
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Hampden county. This town lies 19 miles E. by N. from Springfield, 50 W.N.W. from Providence, R.I., and 70 W. by S. from Boston. Population, 1837, 1,599. First settled, 1714. Incorporated, 1731. This is a fine farming town with a good soil, and is well watered by Chickopee and Quinebaugh rivers. The articles manufactured in this town, in one year, amounted to $105,262. The manufactures consisted of cotton goods, boots, shoes, leather, palm-leaf hats, chairs and cabinet ware. The value of wool grown, in one year, was $4,067.
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
1845 - BRIMFIELD. [Pop. 1,419. Inc. 1731]
Brimfield was originally granted to certain inhabitants of Springfield, and then included Monson, Wales, and Holland.
Branches of the Chicopee and Quinebaug water the town. The chief manufactures are boots, shoes and cotton cloth. Distance from Springfield, 19 miles; from Boston, 70.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845
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Brimfield was originally granted to certain inhabitants of Springfield, and then included Monson, Wales, and Holland.
Branches of the Chicopee and Quinebaug water the town. The chief manufactures are boots, shoes and cotton cloth. Distance from Springfield, 19 miles; from Boston, 70.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845
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1847 - Fire In Brimfield
The beautiful Congregational Church in Brimfield, Mass. was consumed by fire on Sunday forenoon last. It broke out during divine service, and took from one of the stove pipes in the ceiling through which it passed. Loss between $5000 and $6000; insured $3000.
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Boston Evening Transcript
Boston, Massachusetts
February 25, 1847
The beautiful Congregational Church in Brimfield, Mass. was consumed by fire on Sunday forenoon last. It broke out during divine service, and took from one of the stove pipes in the ceiling through which it passed. Loss between $5000 and $6000; insured $3000.
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Boston Evening Transcript
Boston, Massachusetts
February 25, 1847
1848 - Brimfield
This town was granted by the general court, in the year 1701, to a number of petitioners, inhabitants of Springfield. The township as originally granted was 8 miles square, and was at first designated by the “Plantation adjoining Springfield;" but the committee, for the sake of convenience, as stated in the records, soon gave it the name of Brimfield. The first grants of land were made in December, 1701, to 13 persons. Very little seems to have been done towards the settlement of the place for a considerable time, owing probably to the embarrassments occasioned by the war with the French and Indians. In 1717, the proprietors’ committee petitioned for an extension of the township 3 miles further east, which was granted. After this the settlement progressed rapidly. Among the early settlers who came from Springfield are found the names of Sherman, Lombard, Pynchon, Hitchcock, Brooks, Morgan, Burt, Charles, Collins, Keep, Scott, Stebbins, Warriner. Nichols, Graves and Bliss. The Thomson... Read MORE...
This town was granted by the general court, in the year 1701, to a number of petitioners, inhabitants of Springfield. The township as originally granted was 8 miles square, and was at first designated by the “Plantation adjoining Springfield;" but the committee, for the sake of convenience, as stated in the records, soon gave it the name of Brimfield. The first grants of land were made in December, 1701, to 13 persons. Very little seems to have been done towards the settlement of the place for a considerable time, owing probably to the embarrassments occasioned by the war with the French and Indians. In 1717, the proprietors’ committee petitioned for an extension of the township 3 miles further east, which was granted. After this the settlement progressed rapidly. Among the early settlers who came from Springfield are found the names of Sherman, Lombard, Pynchon, Hitchcock, Brooks, Morgan, Burt, Charles, Collins, Keep, Scott, Stebbins, Warriner. Nichols, Graves and Bliss. The Thomson... Read MORE...
1854 - Brimfield
Brimfield, a post-township of Hampden county, Massachusetts, about 70 miles W. by S. from Boston. Population, 1420.
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.
Brimfield, a post-township of Hampden county, Massachusetts, about 70 miles W. by S. from Boston. Population, 1420.
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
BRIMFIELD, a township of Hampden co., in the state of Massachusetts, U.S., 68 m. SW of Boston. It is watered by the Chicopee and Quinebaug rivers, and is well cultivated. Pop. in 1840, 1,419.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859
BRIMFIELD, a township of Hampden co., in the state of Massachusetts, U.S., 68 m. SW of Boston. It is watered by the Chicopee and Quinebaug rivers, and is well cultivated. Pop. in 1840, 1,419.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859
1881 - Celebrated 107th Birthday
JEMIMA ALLEN, of Brimfield, Mass., who recently celebrated her 107th birthday, was born at Sturbridge, in that State, on Sept. 3, 1774. Her husband died in 1849. When about 100 years old she came back to her daughter's house in Brimfield to spend her last days, and as she expressed it, to be buried by the side of her husband. She has several great-grandchildren married, and some of them have children. A good number of her descendants visited her on her 107th birthday, some grandchildren coming from Central New York. She is quite deaf, and stays in her bed most of the time, but her general health is fair.
The Osage City Free Press
Osage City, Kansas
November 3, 1881
JEMIMA ALLEN, of Brimfield, Mass., who recently celebrated her 107th birthday, was born at Sturbridge, in that State, on Sept. 3, 1774. Her husband died in 1849. When about 100 years old she came back to her daughter's house in Brimfield to spend her last days, and as she expressed it, to be buried by the side of her husband. She has several great-grandchildren married, and some of them have children. A good number of her descendants visited her on her 107th birthday, some grandchildren coming from Central New York. She is quite deaf, and stays in her bed most of the time, but her general health is fair.
The Osage City Free Press
Osage City, Kansas
November 3, 1881
Brimfield Massachusetts, 1890
Brimfield, is an excellent farming town in the extreme east of Hampden County, on the Boston and Albany Railroad, whose station at West Brimfield is 79 miles from Boston. The post-offices are Brimfield and East Brimfield; and these, with " Little Rest," are the villages. The town is bounded north by Warren, east by Sturbridge, south by Holland and Wales, and west by Monson and Palmer,
The assessed area is 21,104 acres; which includes 6,456 acres of forest, containing a large proportion of New England varieties. The geological structure is dolorites and ferruginous gneiss and specimens of iolite in gneiss, adularia, or white felspar, molybdenite, mica and garnet, are found in the northern part. West Mountain is the most extensive eminence. On another eminence, 500 feet in height, is an immense bowlder known as "Steerage Rock," the summit of which affords a very extensive view. Great Pond, of nearly 95 acres ; enclosed by hills; Sherman Pond, of about 80 acres; Little Alum Pond, of... Read MORE...
Brimfield, is an excellent farming town in the extreme east of Hampden County, on the Boston and Albany Railroad, whose station at West Brimfield is 79 miles from Boston. The post-offices are Brimfield and East Brimfield; and these, with " Little Rest," are the villages. The town is bounded north by Warren, east by Sturbridge, south by Holland and Wales, and west by Monson and Palmer,
The assessed area is 21,104 acres; which includes 6,456 acres of forest, containing a large proportion of New England varieties. The geological structure is dolorites and ferruginous gneiss and specimens of iolite in gneiss, adularia, or white felspar, molybdenite, mica and garnet, are found in the northern part. West Mountain is the most extensive eminence. On another eminence, 500 feet in height, is an immense bowlder known as "Steerage Rock," the summit of which affords a very extensive view. Great Pond, of nearly 95 acres ; enclosed by hills; Sherman Pond, of about 80 acres; Little Alum Pond, of... Read MORE...
1895 - Brimfield
Brimfield, a post-village of Hampden co., Mass., in Brimfield township, on the Chicopee River, 6 miles S.E. of Brimfield Station on the Boston & Albany Railroad. This station is at WEST BRIMFIELD (which see). Brimfield has a free high school, liberally endowed. The township has 4 churches and a pop. (1890) of 1096
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
Brimfield, a post-village of Hampden co., Mass., in Brimfield township, on the Chicopee River, 6 miles S.E. of Brimfield Station on the Boston & Albany Railroad. This station is at WEST BRIMFIELD (which see). Brimfield has a free high school, liberally endowed. The township has 4 churches and a pop. (1890) of 1096
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
1902 - MISSING HEIRS LOCATED - Bible Assists in Revealing Dead California Resident's Identity - The Relatives of Salem Charles, Who Left $142,000 Are Discovered in New England.
LOS ANGELES, Cal., July 19. - The mystery surrounding the identity of the man known as "Charles Hill," who died at the Good Samaritan Hospital here on May 17, leaving $142,000 in cash, has been solved. His real name was Salem Charles and his home was at Brimfield, Mass.
The story of the search for heirs by the Public Administrator and his attorney, Leon Moss, is interesting. After following up innumerable alleged "clues," all of which came to naught, Administrator Kelogg found among the old man's effects and old family Bible, on the fly leaf of which were written sentences almost faded and rendered illegible by age. The writing was magnified and the name of "Charles" and "Brim--, Mass.," were deciphered. Attorney Moss went to Brimfield, Mass., and without disclosing his identity found a family named Charles which had been prominent in that locality for 200 years. After a thorough investigation Moss became convinced that he had found the family of the deceased.
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LOS ANGELES, Cal., July 19. - The mystery surrounding the identity of the man known as "Charles Hill," who died at the Good Samaritan Hospital here on May 17, leaving $142,000 in cash, has been solved. His real name was Salem Charles and his home was at Brimfield, Mass.
The story of the search for heirs by the Public Administrator and his attorney, Leon Moss, is interesting. After following up innumerable alleged "clues," all of which came to naught, Administrator Kelogg found among the old man's effects and old family Bible, on the fly leaf of which were written sentences almost faded and rendered illegible by age. The writing was magnified and the name of "Charles" and "Brim--, Mass.," were deciphered. Attorney Moss went to Brimfield, Mass., and without disclosing his identity found a family named Charles which had been prominent in that locality for 200 years. After a thorough investigation Moss became convinced that he had found the family of the deceased.
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1916
Brimfield, a post-village of Hampden co., Mass., in Brimfield township (town), on the Chicopee River, 6 miles SE. of West Brimfield, on the Boston and Albany R. Pop. of the town in 1900, 941.
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
Brimfield, a post-village of Hampden co., Mass., in Brimfield township (town), on the Chicopee River, 6 miles SE. of West Brimfield, on the Boston and Albany R. Pop. of the town in 1900, 941.
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
2023 - Brimfield Flea Market
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If you're fascinated by history, a visit to Brimfield, a charming town in New England, offers a delightful array of experiences:
Brimfield Antique Show and Flea Market: This renowned market is a must-visit during its annual shows, offering a vast array of antiques, collectibles, and unique finds. It's one of the largest in the U.S., showcasing thousands of dealers. Plan your visit around its schedule for an unforgettable experience.
Sturbridge Village: A short drive from Brimfield, Old Sturbridge Village is a living history museum that transports you to a rural New England town in the 1830s. Interact with costumed interpreters, explore historic buildings, and immerse yourself in early American life and craftsmanship.
Quabbin Reservoir: West of Brimfield, Quabbin Reservoir is a picturesque destination for outdoor enthusiasts. With hiking trails, fishing spots, boating, and picnic areas, it offers stunning views and abundant wildlife, perfect for nature lovers.
Tree House Brewing Company: Beer lovers should head to Tree House Brewing Company in nearby Charlton. Known for its craft beers, the brewery... Read MORE...
Brimfield Antique Show and Flea Market: This renowned market is a must-visit during its annual shows, offering a vast array of antiques, collectibles, and unique finds. It's one of the largest in the U.S., showcasing thousands of dealers. Plan your visit around its schedule for an unforgettable experience.
Sturbridge Village: A short drive from Brimfield, Old Sturbridge Village is a living history museum that transports you to a rural New England town in the 1830s. Interact with costumed interpreters, explore historic buildings, and immerse yourself in early American life and craftsmanship.
Quabbin Reservoir: West of Brimfield, Quabbin Reservoir is a picturesque destination for outdoor enthusiasts. With hiking trails, fishing spots, boating, and picnic areas, it offers stunning views and abundant wildlife, perfect for nature lovers.
Tree House Brewing Company: Beer lovers should head to Tree House Brewing Company in nearby Charlton. Known for its craft beers, the brewery... Read MORE...
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