Hubbardton, VT
Hubbardton Battlefield Historic Site
The Battle of Hubbardton is considered one of the most successful rear guard actions in the annals of American history. A visitor's reception center houses a muse…
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Vermont
Historic Homes and Sites
Vermont's historic homes and sites include residences of writers and one U.S. president, natural history museums, battlefields of the American Revolution; and many homes that preserve and honor the state's diverse history as independent and self-sufficient farmers, inventors, and citizen politicians.
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Vermont State House
Montpelier, VT
Vermont State House
The striking gold-domed Vermont State House commands the landscape of Montpelier, the smallest capital city in America. Hours: Year-round, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4…
Mount Independence Historic Site
Orwell, VT
Mount Independence Historic Site
Mount Independence was a fortified position during the Revolutionary War. Several trails on the 300-acre property of pasture and woodland link the remains of the …
President Calvin Coolidge Birthplace & Historic Site
Plymouth, VT
President Calvin Coolidge Birthplace & Historic Site
"Silent Cal," America's 30th President was born, buried, and sworn in as President at the Aldrich House, the centerpiece of this restored village. The homes of Ca…
Wilson Castle
Proctor, VT
Wilson Castle
This mansion, built in the mid-19th century, offers a variety of imported, elegant furniture and household items. The 115-acre estate is also home to gardens and …
South Royalton, VT
Joseph Smith Birthplace Memorial
At the birthplace of the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) is one of the world's tallest solid granite spires in the world, ere…
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Strafford, VT
Justin Smith Morrill Homestead
A Gothic revival home with 17 rooms and 7 additional buildings on the property. This was home to Justin Smith Morrill, who established Land Grant Colleges in Verm…
Farrar-Mansur House Museum
Weston, VT
Farrar-Mansur House Museum
Originally built as a tavern in 1797, the house is now operated as a historic house museum by the Weston Historical Society. Collection includes 18th and 19th cen…
The Old Mill
Weston, VT
The Old Mill
The original 18th century mill was burnt beyond repair in 1900, but has been authentically reconstructed. Visitors can watch the operation of one of few water-pow…
Brownington, VT
Old Stone House Museum
The Old Stone House, built as a school dormitory in 1834-36, now houses 25 rooms of exhibits focusing on 19th century life in northern Vermont. The collection inc…
Saint Johnsbury, VT
Dog Mountain
Dog Mountain is on 150 acres on a private mountaintop spot in St. Johnsbury. The grounds are always open to people and their dogs. Stephen Huneck and his wife, Gw…
Burlington, VT
Ethan Allen Homestead
The homestead of Vermont's Revolutionary War Hero, Ethan Allen. Built in 1787, visitors can tour the farm and view exhibits related to Allen's life, colonial hist…
Fairfield, VT
President Chester A. Arthur Historic Site
The home of America's 21st President, Chester A. Arthur, has been restored. On the grounds visitors will find a 19th century brick church, a picnic area, and a gr…
Isle La Motte, VT
St. Anne's Shrine
This is the site of Fort St. Anne, the oldest settlement in Vermont. On the shore of Lake Champlain, the site features the remains of the fort, as well as a chape…
Shelburne, VT
Shelburne Museum
This super-cool museum on the edge of Lake Champlain is filled with unusual attractions that are sure to entertain every person in the family. Kids and parents wi…
Bennington, VT
Bennington Battle Monument
A 306 foot stone monument that pays homage to the Battle of Bennington. An elevator can take visitors to an observation point. Open daily from May 1 - October 31,…
Historic Grafton Village
Grafton, VT
Historic Grafton Village
This restored 19th century village offers visitors a detailed look at life in a bygone era. The site includes walking trails, museums, a cheese factory, agricultu…
Manchester, VT
Hildene - The Lincoln Family Home
This Georgian Revival mansion was built in 1905 in the scenic village of Manchester by Robert Lincoln, the only child of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive …
North Bennington, VT
Park-McCullough Historic Governor's Mansion
Park-McCulloughis often described as one of Vermont's jewels. The 35-room house was completed in 1865 for Trenor and Laura Park. This summer home is a classic exa…
Chimney Point State Historic Site
Addison, VT
Chimney Point State Historic Site
Chimney Point on Lake Champlain has evidence of human presence from 7,500 years into the past. Exhibits and events tell the stories of Native American, French col…