Wilmington
Wilmington by Julie Moore and Nathan Moore, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2020, offers a detailed exploration of the town’s rich history. This 128-page book is presented in English and delves into the unique characteristics of Wilmington, Vermont, highlighting its rugged self-sufficiency and strong sense of community. The narrative recounts the town’s founding in 1751 by settlers in the Green Mountains and illustrates how residents engaged in collaborative efforts, such as logging bees and barn raisings, to foster a thriving environment.
Readers will discover how Wilmington’s community spirit has evolved over the years, particularly through significant events like the relocation of the town in 1833 for better economic prospects. The book also emphasizes the importance of social clubs and gatherings that have kept the community connected, culminating in the enduring tradition of Old Home Week, a reunion that has taken place every decade since 1890. This edition provides a comprehensive look at the historical and social fabric of Wilmington, making it a valuable resource for those interested in local history and community dynamics.
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Tucked against the Deerfield River, Wilmington has long espoused the Vermont traits of rugged self-sufficiency coupled with a strong sense of community.
Founded in 1751 by hardy settlers in the Green Mountains, residents held logging bees, barn raisings, and community dinners, with neighbors helping neighbors to construct a town where all could thrive.When new roads connected nearby towns in the early 1800s, Wilmington’s residents banded together in 1833 to pick up and move the town to the valley via oxcarts for better economic opportunities afforded by the river and new roads.A variety of social clubs, fairs, and other events filled the community, keeping it close-knit and earning Wilmington a reputation as a place where visitors from the city could escape the hustle and bustle of urban living.That history of community continues today in the vibrant and enduring tradition of Old Home Week, a town-wide reunion held every decade since 1890 where former Wilmington residents the world over return home to celebrate friends, neighbors, community, and fond memories.
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