BerkshiresRichmond, MA history, information, demographics
The town of Richmond retains its rustic charm through progressive zoning bylaws and a newly-enacted local wetland bylaw. Richmond Pond is a 226 acre raised natural pond with a town beach and state boat ramp. Primarily residential, with many part-time residents from Boston and NYC, Richmond has just a few small businesses and several orchards and farms.
Richmond, MA facts:
- Town Hall: 1531 State Rd.
- Phone: (413) 698-3315
- Population: 1,604
- Settled/Inc'd: 1760
- Named for: Charles Lennox, Duke of Richmond
- Elevation: 1,107'
- Demographic data: state.ma.us/cc/richmond.html
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Richmond Consolidated School
The Richmond Consolidated School provides education for K-8 students; older students attend high school on a tuition basis either in Pittsfield, Lenox or at Monument Mountain Regional in Great Barrington.