Greensboro, Vermont
Greensboro, Vermont is a town located in Orleans County, in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, United States. The town was named for Timothy Green, one of the original land proprietors.
History[edit | edit source]
Greensboro was chartered in 1781 to Timothy Green and 64 associates. The town was named for Green, who was a land surveyor. The first settlers arrived in 1787 and the town was organized in 1792.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Greensboro is located in the northeastern part of Orleans County. The town is characterized by rolling hills and a number of ponds, the largest of which is Caspians Lake. The town is also home to a portion of the Green Mountain National Forest.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Greensboro is largely based on agriculture, with dairy farming being the predominant industry. The town is also home to the Jasper Hill Farm, a nationally recognized producer of artisanal cheese. In addition, Greensboro is known for the Hill Farmstead Brewery, which has been named the best brewery in the world multiple times.
Education[edit | edit source]
Education in Greensboro is provided by the Orleans Southwest Supervisory Union. The town has one school, the Greensboro Elementary School, which serves students in grades K-6. High school students attend the Hazen Union High School in neighboring Hardwick.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Several notable people have called Greensboro home, including author David Budbill, and Wilfred Grenfell, a medical missionary to Labrador and Newfoundland.
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