St. Johnsbury VT

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Town Name: St. Johnsbury  

Population: 7,364

Area: 36.8 mi²

The Heart of the Northeast Kingdom

Founded in 1760 as Bessborough and renamed in 1790, St. Johnsbury became a manufacturing hub thanks to Thaddeus Fairbanks’ invention of the platform scale and the arrival of the Boston-to-Montreal railroad. Today, it remains the largest town in the Northeast Kingdom and was named National Geographic Adventure’s “Best Small Town” in 2006.

What Makes St. Johnsbury Unique?

• St. Johnsbury Athenaeum – Historic library and art gallery.

• Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium – Home to Vermont’s only public planetarium.

• Catamount Arts – The region’s center for film, music, and live performances.

• Vermont State University – A key educational institution.

Things to Do

• Outdoor Recreation – Kayaking, hiking, and fishing along the Moose and Connecticut Rivers.

• Winter Sports – Access to VAST snowmobile trails and Burke Mountain skiing.

• Community Events – First Night St. Johnsbury brings live music and fireworks every New Year's Eve.

Fun Facts

• The town’s oldest occupied home, built in 1801, stands on Clarks Ave.

• 83% of residents live in the southern half of town.

• St. Johnsbury blends history, culture, and outdoor adventure, making it a must-visit spot in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

St. Johnsbury Town Website

Schools:

• K-8: St. Johnsbury School
• High School: St. Johnsbury Academy