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The Vermont Historical Society engages both Vermonters and "Vermonters at heart" in the exploration of our state's rich heritage. Our purpose is to reach a broad audience through our outstanding collections, statewide outreach, and dynamic programming. We believe that an understanding of the past changes lives and builds better communities.

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Upcoming Events

Dec 06, 2022 | 10:00AM-4:00PM

Closed for Staff Retreat

The Vermont Historical Society Museum in Montpelier and the Vermont History Center in Barre will be closed for a staff retreat on Tuesday, December 6th. We'll reopen on Wednesday, December 7th.
Dec 07, 2022 | 12:00PM-1:00PM
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Winter Speaker Series: The Great Monopolist of Books: Henry Stevens, Jr., of Vermont with Denise Gigante

This talk will discuss the role of Henry Stevens, Jr. (son of the elder Henry Stevens who founded the Vermont Historical Society) in the American antiquarianism that raged in the transatlantic book world in the 1840s. That role included the purchase of a small but sensational collection of association copies from George Washington’s library at Mount Vernon, which highlighted differences between British and American collecting habits and perspectives.
Dec 14, 2022 - Dec 15, 2022 | 1pm - 3pm
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History for Homeschoolers - Vermont People

Learn about the lives of ordinary Vermonters over time.
Dec 24, 2022 - Dec 26, 2022 | 9:00AM-4:00PM

Christmas Closure

The Vermont History Museum in Montpelier and the Vermont History Center in Barre will be closed in observance of the Christmas Holiday on Saturday, December 24th and will reopen on Tuesday, December 27th.
Dec 31, 2022 - Jan 02, 2023 | 9:00AM-4:00PM

New Years Closure

The Vermont History Museum in Montpelier and the Vermont History Center in Barre will be closed in observance of New Years holiday on Saturday, December 30th. We'll reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2023.
Jan 04, 2023 | 1:00PM

Winter Trivia: Geography

Our popular trivia program is back! Over the course of four rounds in January, join us to test your knowledge about the history of Vermont. Round 1: Geography.
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