Deerfield in Franklin County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
preservation
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, August 5, 2023
1. preservation Marker
The Connecticut River Valley is a distinctive geographic region in the Northeast.
This beautiful landscape and its irreplaceable balance of farms, fields, hills and forests conveys a potent sense of place that points to a sustainable future. Many past generations have cared for this land, and their stewardship continues to the present. Preservationists, landowners, farmers and many others connected to the region collaborate to maintain the special character of this landscape. Local organizations that provide resources for learning more about local land preservation efforts include:
Franklin Land Trust • Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) • Franklin Community Co-Operative
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Environment • Natural Resources • Notable Places.
Location. 42° 32.943′ N, 72° 36.465′ W. Marker is in Deerfield, Massachusetts, in Franklin County. Marker can be reached from Old Main Street north of Academy Lane, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 89 Old Main St, Deerfield MA 01342, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. nature & culture (here, next to this marker); flood & mud (within shouting distance of
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Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, August 5, 2023
2. preservation Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 14, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 40 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 14, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
