Orwell

The town of Orwell was chartered on August 18, 1763. The first settler is recorded as John Charter, a Scotsman who took up residence near what was then known as Rattlesnake Hill, now Mount Independence, in 1771. Please call the Town Clerk for additional information and documents pertaining to the town.

Municipal Information

Orwell has a dedicated website where they provide news, updates, and announcements directly. Please visit the town website for the most up-to-date information regarding the community.

Program Documents

Transportation

Orwell – Salt Shed Replacement & Stormwater Mitigation

Posted:
October 5, 2021

Energy

Town of Orwell Energy Maps – 2017

Posted:
July 16, 2021

Transportation

Orwell Town Road Name Map

Final:
January 1, 2020

Facts & Figures

For Orwell demographics and other facts & figures, including population, housing, income and energy, please click here.

Community Contact

Elizabeth “Betty” Walker

Clerk

PO Box 32
Orwell, VT 05760

P: 802-948-2032
F: 802-945-2309
E: [email protected]

Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Addison County

ACRPC serves the 21 towns of the Addison Region and provides assistance on a range of community development activities and issues. Browse the communities of Addison County with the map.