National Register Listings in Chittenden County, Vermont
Allen, Ethan, Homestead
Apartment Building at 27 and 31 Peru Street and 29 Johnson Street
Bates, Martin M., Farmstead
Battery Street Historic District
Battery Street Historic District (Boundary Increase II)
Battery Street Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Bentley, Wilson Alwyn "Snowflake", House
Buell Street-Bradley Street Historic District
Burlington Breakwater
Burlington Montgomery Ward Building
Burlington Traction Company
Butler, Roswell, House
Carnegie Building of the Fletcher Free Library
Champlain School
Charlotte Center Historic District
Chittenden, Giles, Farmstead
Chittenden, Martin, House
Church Street Historic District
City Hall Park Historic District
Converse Hall
District No.5 Schoolhouse
Downtown Essex Junction Commercial Historic District
Dumas Tenements
Duplex at 22-26 Johnson Street
Duplex at 73-75 Sherman Street
Ethan Allen Engine company No. 4
First Baptist Church
First Methodist Church of Burlington
Fitzgerald, William, Block
Follett House
Fort Ethan Allen Historic District
Galusha House
GENERAL BUTLER (shipwreck)
Grassemount
Gray Rocks
Head of Church Street Historic District
Hinesburg Town Forest
Holmes Creek Covered Bridge
Honey Hollow Camp
House at 44 Front Street
Howard Mortuary Chapel
Huntington Lower Village Church
Jericho Center Historic District
Jericho Village Historic District
Johnson, Dan, Farmstead
Jonesville Academy
Kelsey, Martin L., House
Lakeside Development
LeClair Avenue Historic District
LeFarriere House
Mad River Glen Ski Area Historic District
Main Street-College Street Historic District
McNeil Homestead
Methodist Episcopal Church of Winooski
Mintzer House
Moquin's Bakery
Moran Municipal Generation Station
Mount Philo State Park
Murray-Isham Farm
Normand House
North Street Historic District
O.J. WALKER (shipwreck)
Old Ohavi Zedex Synagogue
Old Red Mill and Mill House
Old Red Mill and Mill House (Boundary Increase)
Old Stone House
Palmer, Charles R., House
Pearl Street Historic District
Peck, Cicero Goddard, House
PHOENIX (Shipwreck)
Porter Screen Company
Preston-Lafreniere Farm
Proctor Maple Research Farm
Quinlan's Covered Bridge
Redstone Historic District
Remington-Williamson Farm
Richmond Congregational Church
Richmond Underwear Company Building
Robarge, John B. Duplex
Roberge-Desautels Apartment House
Robinson, Daniel Webster, House
Round Church
Ruggles, Lucy, House
Saltus Grocery Store
Sand Bar State Park
Seguin Covered Bridge
Shelburne Farms
Shelburne Village Historic District
South Union Street Historic District
South Willard Street Historic District
Stannard House
Sutton Farm
Tavern on Mutton Hill
TICONDEROGA
Tracy, Lee, House
U.S. Post Office and Customhouse
Underhill State Park
University Green Historic District
Wells, Edward, House
Wells-Jackson Carriage House Complex
Wells-Richardson District
West Milton Bridge
Whitcomb, M. S., Farm
Williston Congregational Church
Williston Village Historic District
Williston Village Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Winooski Block
Winooski Falls Mill District
Winooski Falls Mill Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Winooski Falls Mills Historic District (Boundary Increase II)
Winooski River Bridge
Winterbotham Estate
About Chittenden County
Chittenden County Timeline
Chittenden County, located in northern Vermont, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Abenaki people, who harvested corn and utilized the abundant natural resources in the region. In the 17th century, European settlers arrived in the area and established several small farms and logging communities.
By the late 18th century, Chittenden County experienced rapid growth as more settlers moved into the region. In 1783, the town of Burlington was incorporated, named after the town of Burlington, Massachusetts. Burlington quickly became a major economic and cultural hub in the county, with its strategic location on Lake Champlain and proximity to major trade routes. The town also saw the establishment of the University of Vermont in 1791, which further solidified Burlington's importance.
During the 19th century, Chittenden County's economy diversified, with the rise of manufacturing and industry in the area. Industries such as lumber, textiles, and farming flourished, and new towns and villages were established. The arrival of the railroad in the mid-1800s further spurred economic growth and connected Chittenden County to larger markets both within Vermont and beyond.
In the 20th century, Chittenden County continued to grow and develop rapidly. The county experienced a population boom, particularly in the post-World War II era, with suburbanization and the expansion of Burlington. The University of Vermont also grew in size and reputation, attracting more students and contributing to the county's intellectual and cultural vibrancy. Today, Chittenden County remains one of Vermont's most populous and economically prosperous regions, known for its beautiful natural landscapes, thriving arts scene, and strong sense of community.
By the late 18th century, Chittenden County experienced rapid growth as more settlers moved into the region. In 1783, the town of Burlington was incorporated, named after the town of Burlington, Massachusetts. Burlington quickly became a major economic and cultural hub in the county, with its strategic location on Lake Champlain and proximity to major trade routes. The town also saw the establishment of the University of Vermont in 1791, which further solidified Burlington's importance.
During the 19th century, Chittenden County's economy diversified, with the rise of manufacturing and industry in the area. Industries such as lumber, textiles, and farming flourished, and new towns and villages were established. The arrival of the railroad in the mid-1800s further spurred economic growth and connected Chittenden County to larger markets both within Vermont and beyond.
In the 20th century, Chittenden County continued to grow and develop rapidly. The county experienced a population boom, particularly in the post-World War II era, with suburbanization and the expansion of Burlington. The University of Vermont also grew in size and reputation, attracting more students and contributing to the county's intellectual and cultural vibrancy. Today, Chittenden County remains one of Vermont's most populous and economically prosperous regions, known for its beautiful natural landscapes, thriving arts scene, and strong sense of community.
Chittenden County Timeline
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Chittenden County, Vermont.
- 1763: Chittenden County is chartered by colonial governor Benning Wentworth and named after Thomas Chittenden, the first Governor of Vermont.
- 1783: The American Revolutionary War ends, and Chittenden County becomes part of the newly established state of Vermont.
- 1800: Burlington, the largest city in Chittenden County, is incorporated.
- 1813: The University of Vermont is founded in Burlington.
- 1840s: The Champlain and Connecticut River Railroad is constructed, connecting Chittenden County to other parts of Vermont and New England.
- 1862: The first public park in the United States, Shelburne Farms, is established in Shelburne.
- 1888: The University of Vermont Medical Center (formerly known as the Mary Fletcher Hospital) is founded in Burlington.
- 1927: The first airport in Vermont, the Burlington International Airport, opens in South Burlington.
- 1978: The Vermont Teddy Bear Company is founded in Shelburne.
- 2002: The Church Street Marketplace, a pedestrian-only shopping and dining area, celebrates its 20th anniversary in Burlington.