The Town of Northfield was an early attraction for colonial settlers due to its rich and fertile plains along the Connecticut River, and Europeans had begun farming there in 1673. However, its history was bumpy and the town was twice abandoned before a permanent settlement was achieved in 1714.
Northfield's early fame was based on land, but its later international reputation was built on missionaries. The town was known for producing large numbers of Protestant missionaries. In 1879, Northfield Seminary was established. The girls' school later grew into the Mount Hermon School and became co-educational. With 450 employees, Northfield-Mount Hermon School is the third largest employer in Franklin County.
Northeast Utilities sited their pumped-storage hydroelectric facility in Northfield and use the location for a wildlife exhibit and visitor center.
The utility company also provides boat tours on the Connecticut River and has year-round recreational and education programs, including cross-country skiing. Northfield is also one of the cultural centers of Franklin County as the site of the Bolger Arts Center, theater group and community chorus.
(Seal supplied by community. Narrative based on information provided by the Massachusetts Historical Commission)
- |
||||
$37,000 - $599,000 |
$196,900 |
$214,496 |
||
$400,000 - $400,000 |
$400,000 |
$400,000 |
|
Top 10 Most Useful Websites for Homeowners
Here are what we've found to be the top 10 Most Useful Websites for Homeowners, new and old.
Read More
|
|
How to Decorate a Small Room
One of the common challenges of owning or selling a home is coming up with great designs for rooms that are really small. To make the best use of the room, the design must be both practical and beautiful. Here are some tips for decorating a small room.
Read More
|
|
Buying a Home with Bad Credit
When purchasing a home, your credit will play a very pivotal role in determining if you will qualify for a mortgage that will make buying a home possible. If you have bad credit, you can still buy a home by using mortgage loan programs specifically designed for those with less than favorable credit.
Read More
|
|
New Listing
$224,900
Single Family
|
||||
|
||||
|
New Listing
$358,500
Single Family
|
||||
|
||||
|
New Listing
$37,000
Single Family
|
||||
|
||||
|
New Listing
$129,900
Single Family
|
||||
|
||||
|
$219,900
Single Family
|
||||
|
||||
|
$400,000
Multi-Family
|
||||
|
||||