Shelburne

Shelburne is a place-name used for several locations in Canada and the United States. The most notable include Shelburne, Nova Scotia; Shelburne County, Nova Scotia; Shelburne, Ontario; and Shelburne, Vermont.

Shelburne, Nova Scotia is a historic port town on Shelburne Harbour along the province’s South Shore. It was founded in the 1780s by New England Planters and developed as a center for shipbuilding and fishing. Today, its economy emphasizes tourism, services, and maritime heritage, with museums and historic sites that reflect its colonial era.

Shelburne County, Nova Scotia, is a coastal region in the province’s southwest. Established in the 19th century, it encompasses several communities along the Atlantic shore. The economy traditionally relies on fishing, forestry, and tourism, with natural harbors and rural landscapes contributing to its character.

Shelburne, Ontario, is a town in Dufferin County in southern Ontario. Located along a regional transportation corridor, it serves as a local service center for surrounding rural communities. The town has a mix of agricultural activity, small-scale manufacturing, and residential growth, with schools and local amenities reflecting its status as a regional hub.

Shelburne, Vermont, is a town in Chittenden County in the northwestern part of the state. It sits on the eastern shore of Shelburne Bay on Lake Champlain and is part of the Burlington metropolitan area. The community is known for cultural institutions such as a renowned museum and a historic working farm, with an economy anchored in tourism, agriculture, and services.