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Welcome to the Town of Hubbardston, Massachusetts. Hubbardston is located geographically approximately 17 miles [27 km] to the northwest of Worcester, in Worcester County. We are bounded on the northwest by Phillipston and Templeton; on the northeast by Gardner and Westminster; on the southeast by Princeton and Rutland; and on the southwest by Barre. (View Map)
The town has a total area of approximately 42 square miles, 2.19% of which is water, which provides for an abundance of outdoor recreational activities. Whether you are a visitor or resident, we hope you find our town a warm and inviting place. To help you get acquainted, please read some of the information presented below to learn a little about its history and present day statistics. Hubbardston's biggest challenge is meeting the needs of its growing population while maintaining the high quality of life that attracts many new residents to our community. We hope this website provides you the opportunity to get to know your community better and encourages you to share your unique talents to help Hubbardston continue to be a great place to live. Board of Selectmen History Originally called the "Northeast Quarter", Hubbardston was part of Rutland until it became a town in 1767. It was named for Thomas Hubbard, one of the original proprietors. The first European settlers were recorded in 1737. The community has been described by historians as a poor town in its early years, sparsely settled and almost solely agricultural. By the 18th century, there were sawmills, potash works and cottage industries, including the making of palm leaf hats, chairs, cabinets, shoes, and horse blankets. By the 19th century, dairy and berry farming and market gardening were major enterprises. Immigrants from Ireland, French Canada, England, Sweden and Finland moved to town to work on local farms. The town's early economy was based on agriculture and small-scale chair, boot and shoe manufacturing. Dairy and berry farming and market gardening were major pursuits in the town. |
Town Statistics
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Hubbardston is located in the hill country of Central Massachusetts bordered by Gardner and Westminster to the northeast, Princeton and Rutland on the southeast. Barre borders on the southwest, and Phillipston and Templeton border on the northwest. Hubbardston is 19 miles northwest of Worcester and 56 miles northwest of Boston. Hubbardston At A Glance |
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Utilities
No public water or sewer |
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