Newest Condominiums and
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| Middlefield, Massachusetts |
| Population |
392 |
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| Tax Rate |
16.57 (2005) |
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| Town Web Site |
Town Web Site |
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| School Research |
Department of Education
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Independent Research
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Middlefield, Massachusetts is located
West central Massachusetts, bordered by Worthington on the northeast, Chester on
the southeast, Becket on the southwest, Washington on the west, and Peru on the
northwest. Middlefield is 19 miles southeast of Pittsfield and 123 miles west of
Boston. There are no numbered state highways in Middlefield. Local roads link up to
the principal highways in the region, State Route 8 and cross-state U.S.
Route 20, which runs through the neighboring towns of Chester and Becket. There is no passenger or freight rail service in Middlefield, but the
network of intermodal facilities serving Massachusetts is easily
accessible.
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| Middlefield is a small rural hilltown with a population under 500. It is
located in the center of the land area between the Connecticut River and
New York State. The 1800-foot altitude of the town center provides
panoramic views across the surrounding countryside. Points of interest
include Glendale Falls, keystone railroad arches, an abandoned soapstone
quarry and a clutch of scenic rivers.
In keeping with its strong agricultural background, Middlefield hosts an
annual agricultural fair, a 138-year old tradition of the town.
Historically the town was also home to a flourishing woolen mill trade that
boomed in the late 1800's when the town's population peaked at over 1,000
people. Small farms are still the largest employers in town and the small
general store, a mail order business and a few local artisans comprise the
local industry profile. |
Map of Middlefield
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Some information gathered on Middlefield, MA is courtesy of Commonwealth Communities at Mass.gov
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