25 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Ethan Allen Homestead
· 0.5 mi · Historical Marker
Final home of Vermont's most famous revolutionary, who lived here along the Winooski River from 1787 until his death in 1789.
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Ethan Allen Homestead
· 0.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over, because you're about to explore the only surviving home of Ethan Allen, the legendary leader of the Green Mountain Boys! This isn't just any old house; it's a direct link to one of America's most audacious…
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Burlington Bay Horse Ferry
· 1.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Dive into Lake Champlain's depths to discover the only known example of a turntable horse ferry, a unique 19th-century engineering marvel! Imagine a giant treadmill, but for horses, powering a ferry across the water.…
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O.J. Walker
· 1.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets lie beneath the calm surface of Lake Champlain? Right here, off the Burlington coast, lies the remarkably preserved wreck of the O.J. Walker. This cargo schooner, built in Burlington in 1862,…
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Church Street Marketplace
· 2.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Experience the vibrant heart of Burlington at the Church Street Marketplace, a pedestrian mall that transformed the city's downtown. Before you, this bustling stretch of Church Street was just another city street,…
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General Butler (ship)
· 2.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets lie beneath Lake Champlain's surface? You're about to uncover one of its best-kept mysteries: the General Butler. This isn't just any old boat; it's a perfectly preserved time capsule from the…
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Lakeside Scoops and Jam Bands
· 2.6 mi
Burlington sits on a bluff above Lake Champlain with the Adirondacks across the water, and its sunsets are the stuff of postcards. It's also a town that punches far above its size on culture. In 1978, Ben Cohen and…
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Fort Ethan Allen
· 4.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what a cavalry post from the late 1800s looked like? You're driving right through one! Fort Ethan Allen, named for Vermont's own Revolutionary War hero, was established in 1894 as a United States Army…
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Phoenix (1815 steamer)
· 5.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered what it was like to cruise Lake Champlain in the early 1800s? Right here, you're close to the resting place of the Phoenix, one of the earliest sidewheel paddle steamers, a true marvel of its time. Built…
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Shelburne Farms
· 7.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by Shelburne Farms, a living monument to Gilded Age ambition and modern sustainability. Imagine a sprawling estate, over 1,400 acres, carved out of the Vermont landscape in the late 19th century.…
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Shelburne Museum
· 8.8 mi · Historical Marker
39 historic buildings on 45 acres, assembled by collector Electra Havemeyer Webb to preserve American folk art and craftsmanship.
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Ticonderoga (steamboat)
· 9.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered what it was like to cruise the waters of Lake Champlain over a century ago? Step aboard the 'Ticonderoga,' one of only two remaining sidewheel passenger steamers with an intact walking beam engine, a true…
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Carpenter's Flats Bridge
· 10.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Take a look at this bridge! It's more than just a way to cross the Ausable River; it's a piece of engineering history. Carpenter's Flats Bridge was built back in 1941 by the American Bridge Company. It's a Warren Steel…
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Martin Chittenden House
· 11.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to marvel at a true architectural gem, the Martin Chittenden House, one of Chittenden County's most distinguished Federal-period homes! It was built in the 1790s by Thomas Chittenden, Vermont's first governor,…
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Stone Arch Bridge (Keeseville, New York)
· 11.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1843, this historic stone arch bridge has spanned the Ausable River for nearly two centuries. Constructed to replace an earlier wooden structure, the Stone Arch Bridge at Keeseville was a vital link connecting…
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Swing Bridge (Keeseville, New York)
· 11.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Don't let the name fool you - this 'swing bridge' is actually a pedestrian suspension bridge that swings in a disconcerting way! The Swing Bridge in Keeseville connects Clinton and Essex counties, offering a unique, if…
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Valcour Bay
· 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
In 1776, Benedict Arnold fought a desperate delaying action here against the British, buying crucial time for the Continental Army. Facing a superior British fleet on Lake Champlain, Arnold positioned his smaller…
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Holmes Creek Covered Bridge
· 12.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Cross the picturesque Holmes Creek on this historic one-lane wooden covered bridge, a classic piece of Vermont's rural charm. You're about to pass over the Holmes Creek Covered Bridge, also known as the Lakeshore…
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Bluff Point Light
· 12.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine navigating Lake Champlain in the late 1800s, relying on a steady beam to guide you through the narrow channel near Valcour Island. That's exactly what Bluff Point Light, also known as Valcour Island Light, did…
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Tavern on Mutton Hill
· 12.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Picture it: weary travelers, dusty stagecoaches, and the promise of a warm meal after a long journey. You're approaching the Tavern on Mutton Hill, a crucial stop on early Vermont's transportation network. Built in…
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Round Church (Richmond, Vermont)
· 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever seen a sixteen-sided church? Get ready to marvel at Richmond, Vermont’s very own Round Church, a true architectural marvel. Built between 1812 and 1813, this unique structure wasn't just for one congregation, but…
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McNeil Homestead
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered what life was like before bridges crossed Lake Champlain? Pull over and discover the McNeil Homestead, where the ferry's story truly began. This isn't just an old house; it's a window into the bustling hub…
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Hyde Log Cabin
· 15.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered what it was like to settle Vermont way back when? Step inside one of the oldest log cabins in the United States, built in 1783 and home to the Hyde family for 150 years. This isn't just a building; it's a…
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Wilson Alwyn "Snowflake" Bentley House
· 15.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered who took the very first close-up photo of a snowflake? You're driving right past his house! This unassuming farmhouse was the lifelong home of Wilson Alwyn Bentley, the self-taught farmer who became the…
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Rokeby (Ferrisburg, Vermont)
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered what it truly meant to fight for freedom, even when the law said no? Right here, at Rokeby, a Quaker family risked everything to shelter those seeking liberty on the Underground Railroad. This isn't just…