Franklin County, Administrative division in northwestern Vermont, United States.
Franklin County encompasses 692 square miles of territory, including 634 square miles of land and 58 square miles of water bodies across 15 municipalities.
The county, established in 1792 and named after Benjamin Franklin, originated from land previously part of Chittenden County during Vermont's territorial formation.
The Enosburg Opera House functions as a performing arts center since 1982, presenting theatrical productions and musical performances throughout the calendar year.
The county maintains multiple border crossings into Canada at Highgate Springs, Richford, and West Berkshire, facilitating international travel and commerce.
Franklin County leads Vermont's agricultural production with 239 dairy farms and generates substantial quantities of maple syrup through its numerous sugar houses.
Location: Vermont
Inception: November 5, 1792
Capital city: St. Albans
Elevation above the sea: 218 m
Shares border with: Orleans County, Brome-Missisquoi, Lamoille County, Chittenden County, Grand Isle County
GPS coordinates: 44.85748,-72.91200
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:32
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