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

Sep 17, 2019 | 6:30-8:00 pm

Brooks Memorial Library, Brattleboro, VT

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS: 20TH CENTURY DEVELOPMENT & PROGRESS (Brattleboro)

Join fellow Vermonters in your community 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.

Sep 19, 2019 | 12:00 pm

Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, VT

Third Thursday: New Discoveries and Insights in Vermont Archaeology

In conjunction with Archaeology Month, Vermont State Archaeologist Jess Robinson will provide a review…

Sep 19, 2019 | 9:00 -10:30 am

Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, VT

Fall Meeting for School Program Volunteers

Join current school program volunteers to learn more about leading Hands-On History Programs at the museum.

Sep 21, 2019 | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Vermont History Museum, Montpelier, VT

Smithsonian Museum Day at the VT History Museum

Free admission to the Museum as part of this nationwide initiative. Includes a special exhibit reception.

Local History Engagement Session: Waterbury

Sep 28, 2019 | 12 - 2 pm

Waterbury Historical Society, Waterbury, VT

Local History Engagement Session: Waterbury

Let's talk about the role local historical societies & museums play, common obstacles we face, and how we can work together to build a stronger history community statewide.