Northeast Kingdom
Step Inside One of Vermont’s Most Beautiful Libraries
Step inside the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, where a beautiful historic library leads to a remarkable 19th-century art gallery.
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Museums
Step Inside Vermont’s Quirkiest Natural History Museum
Taxidermy, insect mosaics, weather forecasting and Vermont's only public planetarium fill this historic Victorian museum in downtown St. Johnsbury.
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Roadside Attractions
The Whimsical Roadside Sculptures You Need to See in Rutland, VT
Ever wondered about the giant T-Rex, jazz musicians and other scrap-metal sculptures along Route 7 in Rutland? Discover the story behind this whimsical Vermont roadside attraction and the family business that transformed discarded steel into public art.
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Champlain Islands
Why Are There Miniature Stone Castles Hiding Around South Hero, Vermont?
Miniature castles built from Vermont fieldstone are scattered around South Hero. Learn the story of Harry Barber and turn your next Champlain Islands drive or bike ride into a castle hunt.
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Covered Bridges
Visit the Historic Great Eddy Covered Bridge in Waitsfield, Vermont
Built in 1833, this historic Waitsfield covered bridge is an easy stop to pair with village shops, local food and Mad River Valley adventures.
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Covered Bridges
7 Vermont Covered Bridges Worth Taking the Back Roads For
Take the back roads to seven of my favorite Vermont covered bridges, from historic river crossings to mountain views and local legends.
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Vermont Travel Tips
15 Fun Facts About Vermont You Probably Didn’t Know
Vermont may be small, but its list of firsts, records and wonderfully specific facts is surprisingly long. Here are 15 of my favorites, including a few you've probably been repeating incorrectly.
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Roadside Attractions
Visit One of America’s Oldest Log Cabins in Grand Isle, Vermont
Built in 1783, before Vermont became a state, the Hyde Log Cabin in Grand Isle is believed to be Vermont's oldest surviving log cabin and one of the oldest in America. Step inside this tiny historic home and discover more than 240 years of Champlain Islands history.
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Historic Landmarks
Dorset Quarry: A Historic Vermont Marble Quarry Turned Swimming Hole
Once part of Dorset's historic marble industry, Dorset Quarry is now one of Southern Vermont's most unusual swimming spots. Discover its history, deep cold water, local lore and what to know before visiting.
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Dorset
Why Are the Sidewalks in Manchester and Dorset, Vermont Made of Marble?
Look down while walking through Manchester and Dorset, Vermont, and you might realize the sidewalks beneath your feet are made of marble. Here's the history behind this unusual Southern Vermont detail and its connection to the region's once-thriving marble industry.
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