Pure springs were discovered along the Whetstone Brook. Wealthy patrons came from all over the world for treatments which included plunges in the cold springs, long walks in the woods and healthful food, sans alcohol or tobacco. The Water Cure operated until 1871. Not long after the establishment of The Water Cure spa, the Estey Organ Company was founded. The prosperity of the Estey family also spawned other enterprises in Brattleboro, including banks and a sewing machine company.
Numerous businesses provide stable employment.
This is a basic geographic reference, intended to show relative location of adjacent towns, even if only their corners touch. Directional accuracy is limited to 16 compass points.