History of New Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA

1738 - New Marlborough is settled

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1839 - New Marlborough
New Marlborough, Massachusetts
Berkshire county. There is a large pond in this town and a branch of Housatonick river. The surface is uneven, and the soil best adapted for grazing. It was incorporated in 1759, and lies 135 miles S.W. by W. from Boston, and 20 S. by E. from Lenox. Population, in 1837, 1,570.

There are two caverns in this town, containing stalactites. The manufactures consist of leather, boots, shoes, chairs, cabinet ware, and a variety of sawed lumber.—The products of the dairy are considerable, and about 1,600 sheep are pastured.
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 - NEW MARLBOROUGH. [Pop. 1,682. Inc. 1759.]
New Marlborough was called Housatonic Township, No. 2, until its incorporation.

It was named by the first settlers, who chiefly came from Marlborough, in Middlesex county.

The surface is hilly, and in some places stony. Here are some fine ponds whose outlets water the town, and run into the Housatonic.
A cavern in the west part of the town, and a rocking-stone near the centre, are great natural curiosities.

Distance from Lenox, 20 miles; from Boston, 130.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845

1854 - New Marlborough
New Marlborough, a post-township of Berkshire co., Massachusetts, about 120 miles W. by 8. from Boston. Population, 1847.
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.

New Marlborough Massachusetts, 1890
New Marlborough is a large and handsome town in the southern part of Berkshire County, having for its boundaries, Great Barrington on its northwest corner, Monterey on the north, Sandisfield on the east, Sheffield on the west, and Canaan and Norfolk in Connecticut on the south. The general form of the town is that of a parallelogram, with its length north and south. The assessed area is 28,569 acres; there are 9,304 acres of forest. The formative rock is ferruginous gneiss, Potsdam and Levis limestone. From the latter large quantities of the "Hadsell lime" have been manufactured. In the western part of the town is a valuable bed of white porcelain clay, which is being wrought with profit. A curiosity of the town is a rock weighing 40 or 50 tons, so nicely poised that it can easily be moved by the hand. The scenery is diversified and romantic. There are wide areas of moderately level land about the borders; but the centre is hilly, the highest elevation being Woodruff Mountain. On the... Read MORE...

1895 - New Marlborough
New Marlborough, a post-village in New Marlborough township, Berkshire co, Mass, about 30 miles W. of Springfield. It contains the South Berkshire Institute and a church. Pop. of the township, 2037.
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
New Marlboro, a post-village in New Marlboro township (town), Berkshire co., Mass., about 36 miles W. of Springfield. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1282.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in New Marlborough:
Umpachene Falls Park:

Start your visit by exploring the natural beauty of Umpachene Falls Park. This serene park features a picturesque waterfall and a peaceful walking trail along the Konkapot River. It's an ideal spot for picnicking, birdwatching, and taking in the tranquil scenery.

Hiking and Nature Trails:

New Marlborough is surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills, making it a haven for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Check out the extensive network of hiking trails in the area, such as the Appalachian Trail and the New Marlborough Town Forest trails, for varying levels of difficulty and scenic vistas.

Skiing and Winter Sports:

During the winter months, nearby ski resorts like Butternut Basin and Catamount Ski Area offer excellent skiing and snowboarding opportunities. They are just a short drive away from New Marlborough and provide winter fun for all skill levels.

Tanglewood Music Center:

If you're a fan of classical music, plan a trip to Tanglewood, the ... Read MORE...