This scenic Vermont town was first granted to Col. William Barton of
Providence, Rhode Island. Located about 20 miles north of St. Johnsbury on US Route 5, Barton is home to manufacturers such as Ethan Allen Furniture - a major employer in the area. Other Barton businesses include; G&G Market, E.M. Brown & Son, Auger's Sugarmill, and Bruce Conley Sawing. The weekly newspaper, The Chronicle, is published in Barton, as well.
Crystal Lake State Park is located in Barton and is a popular location for residents and guests to swim, boat, fish, picnic, or relax.
