1840s
Township Organization & Irish Arrival
North Plains Township is formally organized in 1844 and John Cowman's arrival in 1849 begins the Irish Catholic settlement that defines Hubbardston.
Key Events
1844
Township Organized
First meeting at Bartley Dunn's house draws thirty-seven votes. Nathaniel Sessions wins the supervisor race.
1849
Irish Immigration Begins
John Cowman becomes the first Irish Catholic immigrant to settle in North Plains Township.