Department of Planning and Development Services Historic Preservation

The Hartford Historic Preservation Commission was formed in February, 1993. Its charge is to:

• create and maintain a system for the survey and inventory of historic properties within Hartford;
• review nominations of properties that are under consideration for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places;
• seek and prepare applications for funding for preservation activities;
• advise and assist individuals, Boards, and Commissions on matters relating to the preservation of historic resources; and
• perform additional responsibilities as required.

Certified Local Government

The Town of Hartford is one of nineCertified Local Governments (CLG) designated by the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation. As a CLG, Hartford is eligible for assistance and funding through the Division.

Commission Membership and Meetings

The Historic Preservation Commission consists of five members, each of whom serves a three-year term. A majority of the Commissioners reside in the Town of Hartford and are chosen for their interest, knowledge, or professional skills in the areas of history, architecture, archeology, historic preservation, American studies, architectural history, anthropology, planning, or related subjects. The current members of the Historic Preservation Commission include Jonathan Schechtman, Chairman, Pat Stark, Vice Chairman and Arthur Peale. The Historic Preservation Commission meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Hartford Municipal Building, White River Junction, VT at 5:00 p.m.

Historic Properties

The Town of Hartford has a total of 194 buildings that are included on the National Register of Historic Places. This includes seven historic districts: White River Junction, Quechee Mill Village, Hartford Village, Wilder Village, Jericho Rural Area, Christian Street Rural Area and West Hartford Villa. National Register nomination as a district is pending for Wilder Village.

Recent Accomplishments and Special Projects

In addition to individual and district nominations to the Federal National Register of Historic Places, the Commission is working on the Oral Histories, Historic District Brochures and the installation of Historic District signs. The Commission has recently completed a history video for viewing at the White River Junction Welcome Center, Quechee Gorge Visitors Center and Village libraries.

Interested in Getting Involved

If you have any suggestions for preservation projects or National Register nominations, please contact Matt Osborn at mosborn@hartford-vt.org.

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