Past Events from July 9, 2023 – December 2, 2023 › State Historic Site › – Happy Vermont

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Battle of Hubbardton Revolutionary War Encampment

Hubbarton Battlefield State Historic Site 5696 Monument Hill Road, Hubbardton, VT, United States

This living history weekend encampment honors the 246th anniversary of the July 7, 1777, Revolutionary War battle. Scores of reenactors portray the American, British and German soldiers. Tactical military and other special demonstrations, camp life activities, guided tours, and talks. Dedication of a DAR 250th...

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Centennial of Calvin Coolidge’s Presidential Inauguration in Plymouth Notch

President Calvin Coolidge Historic Site 3780 VT-100A, Plymouth, VT, United States

On August 3, 1923, Vice President Coolidge was vacationing in his hometown when President Warren Harding passed away. At 2:47 a.m. he took the presidential oath of office in his father’s house and assumed the presidency. Witness a reenactment on Aug. 3, 2023 of Calvin...

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Plymouth Folk and Blues Festival

President Calvin Coolidge Historic Site 3780 VT-100A, Plymouth, VT, United States

During Labor Day Weekend the Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, comes alive with authentic Folk and Blues music. Enjoy authentic folk and blues music as Vermont and internationally known musicians team up for a lively two-day festival at historic Plymouth Notch,...

Northeastern Open Atlatl Championship in Addison

Chimney Point State Historic Site 8149 VT Route 17W, Addison, VT, United States

Participate in or watch this annual atlatl championship testing skills in accuracy and distance. The sport of using the atlatl to throw darts is based on the ancient hunting technique. Newcomers to experts welcome. Flint-knapping demonstrations and lessons throughout the day. Call (802) 759-2412 to...

Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site Fall Festival

President Calvin Coolidge Historic Site 3780 VT-100A, Plymouth, VT, United States

The Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site Fall Festival in Plymouth Notch features hayrides with Farmer Fred, tastings of Vermont-grown heritage apples plus an opportunity to watch cider pressing and observe the handiwork of a diversity of craft demonstrators and hobbyists.    

Hike into History at Mount Independence in Orwell

Mount Independence 497 Mount Independence Road, Orwell, VT, United States

Take a guided hike into history at Mount Independence with Stephen Zeoli. He will show you many points of Revolutionary War interest, as we gear up for the 250th anniversary in 2026 of the Declaration of Independence and Mount Independence. Co-sponsored by Mount Independence Coalition....

Coolidge Holiday Open House in Plymouth Notch

President Calvin Coolidge Historic Site 3780 VT-100A, Plymouth, VT, United States

The Calvin Coolidge birthplace will be adorned with wreaths and greenery as lanterns light the paths around the homestead. Craft demonstrators and hobbyists will show off and sell their handiwork. At 1 p.m., a tree lighting ceremony will call into remembrance when President Coolidge threw...