Vermont History Museum

Exhibits & Store

109 State Street, Montpelier, VT

Tuesday - Saturday

10am - 4pm

*Closed on state & federal holidays

Vermont History Center

Leahy Library & Galleries

60 Washington Street, Barre, VT

Tuesday - Friday & Second Saturdays

9am - 4pm

Wednesday Evening (Library Only)

4pm - 8pm

*Closed on state & federal holidays

Vermont Historical Society

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.

Upcoming Events

Oct 24, 2019 | 7:00 pm

Manchester Community Library, Manchester, VT

Community Conversation about Vermont's Progress and Development: Manchester

Hosted by the Manchester Community Library. Join fellow Northshire residents to learn about how the state has handled questions of development and progress in the past, and how we might use those lessons to discuss a path forward to the future.

Oct 25, 2019 | 4:00 to 6:00 pm

Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, VT

Lady of the Hills Opening Reception

In 1938, Sergeant-at-Arms Dwight Dwinell carved a statue of the Roman goddess of agriculture to adorn…

Nov 09, 2019 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, VT

Fiber-Dyeing Using Natural Materials

As the chill of November settles over Vermont, we warmly invite you to join us for an educational and engaging hands-on afternoon with Justin Squizzero from the Burroughs Garret in Newbury, Vermont. Justin creates handspun, naturally-dyed, hand-woven textiles using methods and equipment from the 18th and 19th century. In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of natural dyeing using plants, minerals, and insects. Participants will take home samples of dyed textiles.