Change does not come easy in New England. We, as a people, take pride in our traditions, our celebrations and our festivals. Our weather might change at the drop of a hat, but a true New Englander knows what season is upon…
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BENNINGTON — In the village of North Bennington, you don’t even have to enter a museum for an immersive art experience. Through summer and fall, sculptures of all kinds of materials by all kinds of artists will adorn outdoor spaces in the…
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Hike to Gettysburg Quarry perfect for families, history buffs By Tara Schatz, Back Road Ramblers DORSET — Looking for a fun hike that isn’t too difficult and includes rare natural communities along with incredible geological and human history? The hike to Gettysburg…
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The ‘Three Ps’ in village make for a tasty day By Jennifer Brandt, Vermont Country correspondent BENNINGTON — One of the best things to do in Vermont is to drive its stunning back roads and discover the hidden gems within the rolling…
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Culture mavens curate 3 days of delicious fun, experiences for you and yours with Gallery Walk, Food Truck Roundup and Bandwagon Summer Series By Noah Hoffenberg, Vermont Country Magazine BRATTLEBORO — There’s something special happening in Brattleboro. Those in the know seek…
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Literary history exhibit coming to new Amtrak station By Lissa Weinmann, Brattleboro Words Project BRATTLEBORO — A new bridge over the Connecticut River linking Brattleboro and New Hampshire will open in 2024. The old Anna Hunt Marsh and Charles Dana bridges will…
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Go directly to The Oyster Bar, Kipling’s and Vermont Table By Noah Hoffenberg, Vermont Country Magazine BRATTLEBORO — Eating like a local. It’s what you want whenever you visit a new town, whether you’re a gourmand, foodie or plain old food lover.…
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Basement Music Series and Little City Cider bring the tunes to Bennington By Tory Rich, Vermont Country If you’ve been in the Bennington area over the last few years, one of the most common complaints you used to hear — fair or…
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By Gordon Dossett, Vermont News & Media correspondent Editor’s note: This column, part of an occasional series, previously ran in the Manchester Journal. MANCHESTER CENTER — Do we locals ever act as tourists at home? A tourist dives into some of the…
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Stratton Mountain’s most popular winter activities By Makayla-Courtney McGeeneyVermont Country correspondent If being outside this winter is on your to-do list, look no further than the tallest summit in Southern Vermont. Stratton Mountain fuels the appetite for outdoor excursions for all types…
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By Lex MerrellVermont Country Overlooking the town of Brattleboro is a stone tower on the grounds of the Brattleboro Retreat, formerly known as the Vermont Asylum for the Insane. The asylum was built in 1834 and is still a mental health facility…
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