Barneveld
Wisconsin
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History of Barneveld:
The Village of Barneveld was founded in 1881 when David Simpson offered the railroad the right of way for $1.00 if they would build a depot on his land. The railroad accepted the offer and Mr. Simpson sub-divided his land and began selling lots.
There are two theories on the naming of the village. First Mr Orbison, a Dutch surveyor for the railroad, suggested the name after his hometown in Holland. Orbison Street that runs parallel to Hwy ID was no doubt name after Mr. Orbison. The second theory is that Mrs. Simpsom named it for her favorite poet, Mr. Barneveldt. Research tells us this poet of the 16th century was sometimes called John of Oldenbarneveldt. Perhaps the name comes from both theories.
Village Of Barneveld
History of Barneveld:
The Village of Barneveld was founded in 1881 when David Simpson offered the railroad the right of way for $1.00 if they would build a depot on his land. The railroad accepted the offer and Mr. Simpson sub-divided his land and began selling lots.
There are two theories on the naming of the village. First Mr Orbison, a Dutch surveyor for the railroad, suggested the name after his hometown in Holland. Orbison Street that runs parallel to Hwy ID was no doubt name after Mr. Orbison. The second theory is that Mrs. Simpsom named it for her favorite poet, Mr. Barneveldt. Research tells us this poet of the 16th century was sometimes called John of Oldenbarneveldt. Perhaps the name comes from both theories.