Lincoln, New Brunswick, is a charming suburban community nestled in Sunbury County. With a population of 6,458 as of 2011, this Canadian locale offers a unique blend of history and modernity.
Lincoln is strategically located on the west bank of the Saint John River, nestled between Fredericton and Oromocto. This positioning makes it one of the original United Empire Loyalist settlements established in the province following the American Revolution.
The history of Lincoln, New Brunswick, is deeply intertwined with the aftermath of the American Revolution. As one of the original United Empire Loyalist settlements, it was established by those who moved from the newly independent colonies to British North America.
In March 1776, Captain Benjamin Glazier relocated to this area and named it Lincoln, after his hometown in Massachusetts. This led to the creation of Upper and Lower Lincoln. On 18 May 1785, Lincoln's official birthday was proclaimed.
Upper Lincoln eventually became part of the City of Fredericton, while Lower Lincoln is now simply known as Lincoln and operates as a Local Service District (L.S.D.). The L.S.D. elects an advisory committee that advises the Ministry of Municipal Affairs on desired bylaws and codes. Thanks to its large tax base, which includes the airport, Lincoln is a thriving community.
Despite being sandwiched between the City of Fredericton and the Town of Oromocto, Lincoln is easily accessible via the Trans Canada Highway, which forms its southern boundary. For many years, Lincoln was a small, one-street community. However, in the 1950s, Nevers Road was upgraded from a dirt road, and houses began to spring up, marking the beginning of Lincoln's growth into the vibrant community it is today.
