Windham County

Windham County is an administrative region in southeastern Vermont that encompasses multiple towns, hills, valleys, and the West River flowing through the area. The region contains several smaller communities with traditional town centers and surrounding rural landscapes.

The county was established in 1781 and made Newfane its administrative center, where original buildings stood on Newfane Hill initially. The administrative structures evolved and relocated as the region developed over time.

The county maintains traditional New England governance through local selectboards managing administrative duties across its twenty-three incorporated municipalities.

County offices in Newfane provide access to municipal services, court proceedings, and emergency coordination across the region. The area is accessible by major roads and local routes connecting its various communities.

The West River in this region produced the largest gold nugget ever discovered in all of New England. This remarkable geological occurrence is part of the area's natural history.

Location: Vermont

Inception: 1781

Capital city: Newfane

Shares border with: Windsor County, Sullivan County, Cheshire County, Franklin County, Bennington County

GPS coordinates: 42.99861,-72.66861

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:51