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Welcome to the Vermont Historical Society |
| The Vermont Historical Society is the only organization in Vermont that collects artifacts, books, and documents that reflect the entire history of the state, including every geographical area and every chronological period. We preserve the history that makes Vermont a special place to live, work, and visit. |  |
Blizzards, Foliage, Floods and Mud: Vermont History for All SeasonsJoin Jeff Danziger, Burr Morse, and Roger Hill for an exploration of Vermont's weather history at our annual meeting and fall conference on September 25. Click here for more information.
Visit Vermont's History Museum and Library
Learn about Vermont's exciting past in our Montpelier museum exhibit "Freedom & Unity: One Ideal, Many Stories." The award-winning 5,000 square foot exhibit tells the story of Vermont's people from 1600 to the present. You’ll see how Vermont's motto, "Freedom and Unity," is truly the cornerstone of our state, balancing individual freedoms and community. Visit the online exhibit. Our Howard and Alba Leahy Library in Barre offers access to thousands of books; manuscripts; photographs; broadsides; maps; audio; video and film recordings; and many other items of ephemera which shed light on the lives and times of past Vermonters.
Come to Events, Programs & WorkshopsFun history events, school programs or scholarly presentations–our education programs and calendar give you many interesting ways to learn about Vermont and its history.
Bring History to Your Home – Images from the Collections and BooksYou can explore our ever expanding web site and our Facebook page. You can also purchase high-quality reproductions of selected historical photographs from our collections through The Archival Image. Or, browse our online store for a wide selection of books for children and adults. Perfect for gift-giving and a great way to support the Society! |
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