Poultney Historical Society — 200 Years of History

This Week in Poultney History

1771 – First Settlers Arrive

The first settlers, who had come in April, 1771, and built shanties near the present-day main intersection in Poultney, were Ebenezer Allen, a cousin of Ethan, and Thomas Ashley, an Allen in-law.

East Poultney Day 2013

East Poultney Day, a celebration of Poultney’s rich history, is the premier [...]

Walking and Driving Tours

The Society has won two awards for its historical Audio Walking and [...]

Poultney Virtual Tours

Visit Poultney without leaving home. See unique photos from a century ago [...]

Poultney 1890-1910 Photo Exhibit

A newly discovered collection of 887 glass negatives yields photos that are [...]