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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Q: What influenced the development of Barre?
- A: Being situated less than 60 miles from the Canadian border helped shape Barre into the internationally friendly small town it is today.
- Q: What other cultural influence shaped Barre?
- A: In addition to the Canadian influence, Barre became popular with many worldwide artists, especially Italians, after the first granite mine was opened in the town.
- Q: Why did Barre attract sculptors from all over the world?
- A: Barre's granite was some of the highest quality in the world, and the quarry was producing massive amounts of granite, which attracted sculptors to practice their art.
- Q: How has Barre evolved over time?
- A: Barre has since grown out of being just a granite quarry town and has developed into its quintessential small town Vermont charm.
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