Milton

Neponset River

The Town of Milton is an affluent suburban community between the Neposet River and Great Blue Hill . The earlist permanent settlement occurred in 1634 when colonist created an agricultural community growing barley, rye, and Indian corn. A powder mill established in 1674 is thought to be the earliest in the colonies. In 1809 the first public health drive in the country was held in Milton, to innoculate residents against smallpox. The laying of the streetcar lines fueled the rapid expansion of residential development. Between 1870 and 1915, Milton grew into essentially the community it is today, a wealthy streetcar suburb of Boston . For more information click Town of Milton

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