1927 – Vermont’s Anniversary
January 14th, 1927, The Poultney Journal - What "elaborate preparations" did Poultney make in order to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Vermont's Independence? Click here to find out!
Free Walking & Driving Audio Tours now available!
Simply select the tour, click the tracks you would like to download, and allow your browser to download the files. Then listen, and enjoy learning about the history of Poultney! Main Street Walking Tour Poultney Driving Tour East Poultney Walking Tour
Saving Vermont’s oldest Jewish cemetery
A recent article in the Bennington Banner reports on a 10th generation Vermonter and Orthodox Jew who is discovering the history of Jewish settlers and communities in Vermont as he works to restore and preserve the Poultney Hebrew Cemetery in East Poultney.
PHS Newsletter – Fall 2020
Check out our Fall 2020 Newsletter and learn what has been happening at the Poultney Historical Society this year!
The Spanish Flu of 1918
As Vermont continues to grapple with the effects of COVID-19, it is perhaps worth remembering the last time such an immense challenge presented itself to the residents of Poultney.
