The village, which began as a small settlement, grew to serve travelers and farmers, with wagon and blacksmith shops, two general stores, and two taverns.

The first school, a log structure with greased paper-covered windows, had a troubled history, including an incident where students threw the schoolmaster into Prairie Creek, leading to his death.

[6] A significant turning point for the town came in the late 1950s with the development of the Prairie Creek Reservoir, placing New Burlington near one of the largest bodies of water in Delaware County.

[7] The home of Dr. Samuel V. Jump, a prominent physician and Freemason in New Burlington, Indiana, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The home’s preservation recognizes its importance as both a historical residence and a testament to Dr. Jump’s contributions to medicine and Freemasonry in Delaware County.

229, one of the earliest Masonic lodges in Delaware County, was established in New Burlington in 1857 by Dr. Samuel V. Jump, Thomas Whitney, and John S. Hutchings.

Over the years, the lodge played a central role in the community, hosting events such as St. John the Baptist Day observances and social gatherings.