New Haven, VT
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About New Haven
- • Arlo Hill, a notable 19th-century portrait painter, was born in this town.
- • The New Haven Peonies garden, showcasing hundreds of varieties, originated here.
- • Its fertile soils and strategic location along the Otter Creek boosted early agriculture.
- • A now-defunct, privately-owned telephone company once served only a small section.
- • The 1938 New England Hurricane caused significant flooding and damage to infrastructure.
- • Named for its 'new haven' on Otter Creek, it was chartered in 1761.
- • With around 1,700 residents, the population is similar to a small village.
- • At 420 feet, the elevation provides picturesque views of the Green Mountains.
- • Agriculture and small businesses are the primary economic drivers today.
- • A peaceful and close-knit community evokes a sense of rural tranquility.
- • The closest team is the Vermont Lake Monsters, a collegiate summer baseball team.
- • Local high schools fiercely compete in annual basketball games, sparking town pride.