Shelburne, Massachusetts

Shelburne is a town located in Franklin County, Massachusetts. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 2,058.

History

Shelburne was first settled in 1756 as part of Deerfield, Massachusetts known then as "Deerfield Northwest." It was initially organized as the district of Shelburne in 1768 (named in honor of William Petty, 2nd Earl of Shelburne) and was officially incorporated as a town in 1775.

Related Topics:
1756 - Deerfield, Massachusetts - 1768 - William Petty, 2nd Earl of Shelburne - 1775

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