Local Lore
Bennington County, Vermont


Our staff of writers at This Is Vermont tackle a wide range of topics on our area; everything from History to what's happening now. Look for more stories as we continue to digitize ourselves. Grandpa represents the pithy, close to the earth philosophy behind our view of Vermont. We hope you enjoy yourselves!

New Stories

Bennington Museum - Grandma Moses:
Seven Stolen Paintings Resurface

Where the Buffalo Roam:
A visit to the East Hill Bison Farm in Townshend, by Bette Reynolds

Scenic Backroads:
Touring the backroads of Bennington County with Sharon O'Conner

Inn Tradition:
The Misty Mountain Lodge in Wilmington


Past Stories

Spotlight on Manchester:
The Best of Both Worlds; Past & Present

Oldcastle Theater Company
Musings about OTC's 1998 Season

Out and About in Southern Vermont's State Parks
Southern Vermont's state parks are set in a stunning landscape of forests and lakes, but are within reach of several larger townships.

1787: Showdown at the David Galusha Inn
Rebel followers of Daniel Shay seek haven in Shaftsbury Vermont.

What's Historic About 7A?
Historic Route 7A is the highway connection between Bennington and Manchester
that links all the villages in between. Bypassed in the early 1980's by Vermont 7,
Historic Route 7A is a step back into time...

Munching in Manchester
A culinary frolic through the Northshire.

Experiencing the Waters
Southern Vermont has a string of four public waters for fishing and fun, directions provided.

Welcome to Brattleboro
An account of Brattleboro's interesting history and culture.

The Historic Bennington Museum
A guide to the attractions offered at the museum alomg with an operating schedule.

Was Vermont ever a colony?
We hear about Vermont's colonial architecture... but was Vermont ever really "colonial?"

Art Sampler of Bennington County
Whatever the preference, the arts hungry traveller won't go away unsatisfied!

Arlington, Vermont
Where past meets present in picturesque beauty...

East Arlington Antiques
A step back in time time.





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