Events Calendar

Ira Allen talk and signing at Northshire Books

J. Kevin Graffagnino will speak at Northshire Books in Manchester to discuss his biography of land speculator, revolutionary, pamphleteer, politician, and empire builder, Ira Allen. Allen was a key figure on the Green Mountain frontier who stood out for his extraordinary energy, vision, and accomplishments.

Research and Exhibition Gallery Opening

Join us as we open the Research and Exhibition Gallery at the Vermont History Center in Barre!

Ira Allen talk and signing at Phoenix Books

Join author J. Kevin Graffagnino at Phoenix Books in Burlington to learn about the subject of his new book, Ira Allen: A Biography. Kevin will talk about Ira Allen's complicated legacy and his role in the formation of Vermont, and will sign copies of the book.

Ira Allen talk at Roger Clark Memorial Library

Join J. Kevin Graffagino on October 3rd at the Roger Clark Memorial Library in Pittsford as he discusses his new book Ira Allen: A Biography.

LLHSM Fall 2024 Workshops

Two half-day workshops for local historical societies and museums explore promoting yourself in your community and how to build energized collections.

2024 Annual Meeting

Join us for the annual meeting of the Vermont Historical Society

A Comparative Look at the History of Eugenics in Vermont

Join the Center for Research on Vermont on Thursday, October 17th for a reception, talk, and open discussion on the history of Vermont Eugenics with Mercedes de Guardiola and Nancy Gallagher.

Activating Local History Training Program Information Session

The Activating 21st Century Local History Training Program will work with local historical societies around Vermont to help them establish collections priorities, right-size their collections, and energize their community engagement strategies. Learn more about the project and how you can participate at our virtual Information Session.

Ira Allen talk at Moretown Public Library

Join J. Kevin Graffagino on October 28th at the Moretown Public Library as he discusses his new book Ira Allen: A Biography.

Ira Allen Talk at the Bixby Memorial Free Library

Join J. Kevin Graffagino on November 14th at the Bixby Memorial Free Library as he discusses his new book Ira Allen: A Biography.

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