Byfield, Massachusetts facts for kids
Byfield is a small community, often called a "village" or "parish," located in the town of Newbury, in Essex County, Massachusetts. It's in the United States. Byfield is close to other towns like West Newbury, Georgetown, and Rowley.
This village is about 30 miles (48 km) north-northeast of Boston. You can find it along Interstate 95. It's also about 10 miles (16 km) south of the border between New Hampshire and Massachusetts. The ZIP Code for Byfield is 01922.
Byfield was once home to Governor William Dummer, an important person in Massachusetts history. The village got its own post office on January 11, 1826. Benjamin Colman was the first person to run it.
Today, Byfield is mostly made up of homes. It also has some local businesses. You can find the Newbury town library here. Triton Regional High School is also in Byfield. This school serves students from three towns: Salisbury, Rowley, and Newbury.
Byfield is also home to The Governor's Academy. This is a special prep school. It used to be called Governor Dummer Academy, named after William Dummer. He was one of the people who helped start the Newbury area. An arts center and Pearson's deer farm are also located in Byfield.
What's in a Name?
Byfield got its name from a person known as Judge Byfield. He was important because he gave the bell to the Byfield Parish Church. This gift helped name the whole community.
Exploring Byfield's Landmarks
Byfield has several important places. These spots are part of the community's daily life and history.
-
Byfield Elementary School
-
A memorial statue honoring Civil War soldiers
-
The Newbury library, located in Byfield
-
Triton Regional High School
- The Governor's Academy: This school is on what used to be Governor William Dummer's estate. It is one of the oldest boarding schools in the United States.
- Newbury Town Library: This library serves the residents of Newbury, including those in Byfield. It's a great place to find books and learn.
- Triton Regional High School: This school brings together students from Newbury, Rowley, and Salisbury. It provides education for teenagers in the area.
Community Events
In the past, Byfield used to have a festival called "Byfield Days." This event took place during the first weekend in June. It was a fun time for the community. The festival included crowning "Miss Byfield" and a woodsmen's contest.
