Kirby VT
Town Name: Kirby
Population: 575
Area: 24.4 SQ MILES
A Quiet Town with Deep Roots
Chartered in 1790 as Hopkinsville, Kirby was renamed in 1808 after merging with part of Burke. The town’s first settlers, Theophilus and Sophronia Grout, arrived in 1792 near the Moose River, where their homestead still stands today.
Kirby is a scenic, rural town known for its winding dirt roads, rolling hills, and stunning views from Kirby Mountain (2,750 feet).
What Makes Kirby Unique?
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Kingdom Trails – Access to some of New England’s best mountain biking.
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Historic Legacy – Once home to sawmills, quarries, and a starch factory.
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Grout Family Influence – Produced Vermont’s 46th governor and a Civil War brigadier general.
Things to Do
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Biking – Ride the renowned Kingdom Trails.
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Scenic Drives & Walks – Explore peaceful backroads and mountain views.
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Wildlife Viewing – Spot moose, deer, and other native wildlife.
Fun Facts
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Kirby has no paved roads, a rarity in Vermont.
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The Grout family lived here for at least four generations.
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Early industries included lumber, quarrying, and starch production.
Schools:
- K-8: Choice
- High School: Choice
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