Vermont Marble Museum
1836Once the largest marble company in the world, supplying stone for the Supreme Court Building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Jefferson Memorial.
Everything Proctor is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Proctor.
Once the largest marble company in the world, supplying stone for the Supreme Court Building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Jefferson Memorial.
Site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely on Vermont soil, July 7, 1777.
Birthplace of the 30th president, where he was sworn in by his father by kerosene lamplight after Harding's death in 1923.
28 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Once the largest marble company in the world, supplying stone for the Supreme Court Building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Jefferson Memorial.
You're about to cross a piece of living history: the Gorham Covered Bridge, built in 1841. This isn't just an old bridge; it's a window into how Vermonters lived and traveled almost two centuries ago. Imagine the…
Pull over, history buffs! This grand 1867 house was home to Redfield Proctor, a powerful figure who shaped Vermont's marble industry and politics. Redfield Proctor, a prominent lawyer and businessman, built this…
Get ready to drive through a piece of Vermont history! This isn't just any old bridge; it's the Hammond Covered Bridge, built way back in 1842, and it’s a stunning example of old-school craftsmanship.Imagine the sound…
Step back in time to the golden age of entertainment at this beautifully restored historic theater, still hosting performances today. This isn't just any old building, it's a living piece of Rutland's history.…
Ever wondered what it felt like to be a Vermonter during the Revolution? This is it. On July 7, 1777, this quiet spot erupted as British forces under General Simon Fraser clashed with the American rear guard. Our brave…
Pull over for a moment, because you're about to stand on ground that witnessed the raw struggle for survival during the American Revolution. This isn't just a roadside stop; it's where Vermont's earliest frontier…
Site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely on Vermont soil, July 7, 1777.
Ever wondered what travel was like before highways and gas stations? You're about to cross one of Vermont's oldest covered bridges, a charming 1840 structure that evokes exactly that bygone era. This isn't just any old…
Look ahead! You're about to cross Clarendon's last surviving covered bridge, a charming wooden structure that's been standing here for over 150 years. This isn't just any old bridge; it's a living piece of Vermont's…
Step back in time at this well-preserved 19th-century mill complex, with remnants dating back to the 18th century. You're approaching the Kingsley Grist Mill Historic District, a place that's been grinding grain and…
Ever wonder about the hidden stories behind those old, imposing buildings? Right here, in Brandon, you're approaching a place with a complex and often troubling past: the Brandon State School. Established in 1915, this…
Ever wondered what fueled Vermont's early industrial boom? You're approaching the ghost of it right now. This unassuming spot was once the mighty Forest Dale Iron Furnace, a roaring heart of industry that shaped this…
Prepare to explore the eerie, deteriorating remnants of Hyde's Hotel, once a grand 19th-century summer resort here in Vermont. The main house of what became Hyde's Hotel was built in 1865. It quickly grew into a major…
Step into a living history book in East Poultney, a remarkably preserved 19th-century village centered around a historic triangular green. This isn't just a pretty spot; it's a window into early Vermont life. You're…
Look at that grand old house up ahead! It’s a real testament to early American design and the ambition of one wealthy businessman. This impressive Federal-style home was built between 1798 and 1800 for Simeon Smith, who…
Ever wonder where a poet finds their muse? You're approaching the very farmhouse where Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Ruth Stone lived and found her inspiration for decades. This 19th-century Vermont farmhouse became Ruth…
Pull over, because up ahead, you're about to pass a property that was once the heart of a Vermont powerhouse! This unassuming farmhouse was actually the grand mansion of Simeon Smith, a man who shaped early Vermont.…
Ever wondered what it's like to build your own eternal resting place alongside your dream home? Well, just ahead, you're about to witness that very vision come to life. This isn't just another old house; it's a…
Ever heard of the Great Disappointment? It happened right around here at the William Miller Farm. This unassuming spot was the epicenter of a religious fervor that swept through America in the 1840s. William Miller, a…
Picture this: you're a weary traveler in the 1830s, bumping along a dirt road, and suddenly, this grand building appears. This isn't just any old house; it's the Stagecoach Inn, a vital lifeline for early American…
Look out your window at this striking 1960s house, known as Corbu. It’s a rare and distinctive example of International Style architecture, right here in rural Vermont! It truly stands out against the rolling hills.…
Get ready to cross Vermont's only covered railroad bridge, a truly unique engineering marvel built way back in 1897! This isn't just any old bridge; it's a living piece of railroad history. Back in 1897, the Rutland…
Birthplace of the 30th president, where he was sworn in by his father by kerosene lamplight after Harding's death in 1923.
Stand in the very room where Calvin Coolidge took the oath of office, becoming the 30th President of the United States. This unassuming Vermont farmhouse witnessed a pivotal moment in American history. In the pre-dawn…
Pull over, history buff, because you're about to step into a remarkably preserved snapshot of early 20th-century America! This isn't just a village; it's the birthplace and homestead of President Calvin Coolidge, where…
Ever wonder where a president might have learned to be so quiet? Look no further than this tranquil Vermont landscape! You're about to enter Coolidge State Park, named for the 30th President, Calvin Coolidge, born and…
Ever wondered how Vermont connected to the rest of the world before superhighways? Look around you at Chipman's Point, because this spot was a bustling hub of transportation for centuries! You're approaching a historic…