Museums and Historical Sites in Southern Vermont
| Please note that many of these attractions are open seasonally. Please plan accordingly |
| Bennington |
The
Bennington Battle Monument You can't miss the monument as you drive through town. The Monument commemorates the Battle of Bennington in 1777 between the Colonial army and a British and Hessian Force. You can take an elevator to the top of the monument for a spectacular view of the countryside. The Monument is open seasonally. |
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Bennington Museum 75 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201 Located in Bennington, the Bennington Museum houses a great collection of Grandma Moses Art. They also have collections of glass, pottery, fine art and furniture. |
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First Church One Monument Circle Bennington, Vermont 05201 Old First Church is the he oldest church in Vermont. The famous writer, Robert Frost, is buried in the cemetery next to the Church. It is open seasonally for visitors and holds regular services. |
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Park-McCullough Historic Estate 1 Park Street P.O. Box 388 North Bennington, VT 05257 The Park-McCullough Estate is a Victorian Mansion dating back to 1865 located in North Bennington. The estate is open seasonally. The Park-McCullough family lived in the house for 100 years. |
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The Vermont Covered
Bridge Museum Bennington, VT 05201 The Vermont Covered Bridge Museum is part of the Bennington Center for the Arts. It provides an in-depth look at the design, use and preservation of these beautiful bridges as well as some interactive exhibits. |
| Hubbardton |
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Battlefield State Historic Site 5696 Monument Road Hubbardton, VT Site of a 1777 battle between the Green Mountain Boys and the British led by General John Burgoyne. The park is open seasonally. |
| Manchester |
 American Museum of Fly
Fishing4104 Main Street Manchester, VT 05254 The museum houses a number of collections dedicated to the history of Fly Fishing with exhibits of Rods, Reels, Flies Art and more. |
Hildene
The estate of Robert Todd Lincoln, son of Abraham Lincoln. This is a worthwhile visit for the historical significance of Hildene as well as the beauty of the home and grounds. |
| Southern Vermont Arts Center P.O. Box 617 West Road Manchester, Vermont 05254 The museum houses a number of collections as well as an outdoor sculpture garden and botany trail. In addition to their permanent collection they host a variety of events and visiting exhibitions.. |
| Plymouth |
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Eureka Schoolhouse P.O. Box 247 Plymouth, VT 05056 The Eureka Schoolhouse is a restored one room schoolhouse that is over 200 years old. . |
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Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site 3780 Route 100A Plymouth, VT 05056 This is the home of the 30th President of the United States, Calvin Coolidge. Coolidge took the oath of office from his father when, while on vacation, he received the news of the death of his predecessor, Warren Harding. |
| Shaftsbury |
| Robert Frost Stone
House Museum 121 Historic Route 7A Shaftsbury, Vermont 05262 Robert Frost is one of the Great American Poets. The museum is open seasonally. One of the rooms is dedicated to Frost's "Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening". |
| Windsor |
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Constitution House State Historic Site 16 North Main Street Windsor, VT 05089 The Old Constitution House is a 200+ year old tavern that was the site of the signing of the 1777 Vermont Constitution |
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