Reading Community Trust purchases Reading Grange

READING, Vt. – The Reading Community Trust (RCT) announced recently the commencement of its first town restoration and economic revitalization project with the July 1 purchase of the nearly 140-year-old Reading Grange, at 726 Route 106 in the Felchville neighborhood, … Continued

Update on former Parks & Woolson building

SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Parks & Woolson building, located at 33 Park Street in Springfield, Vt., was originally constructed in 1826 as a three-story, gable-roofed, wood-framed building, housing a manufacturer of textile finishing equipment. Additions to the structure along the … Continued

History comes alive at The Fort at No. 4

CHARLESTOWN, N.H. – The Fort at No. 4 is a nonprofit history museum located along the Connecticut River in Charlestown, N.H., where visitors can experience life on the colonial frontier. The museum focuses on sharing the rich history and stories … Continued

Historic survey of downtown Bellows Falls begins

BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Residents and visitors may notice architectural historians and surveyors walking the streets of downtown Bellows Falls over the next several months. There’s no need for concern; they’re helping document the community’s rich history. The Rockingham Historic … Continued

Step back in time at Chase’s Mill

ALSTEAD, N.H. – Chase’s Mill, located on Route 123 along the Warren Brook in East Alstead, N.H., offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience New England’s industrial past and witness the enduring power of traditional water-driven milling. Standing on the … Continued

Rockingham Old House Awards opens Aug. 1

BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Do you know a home, business, barn, church, or other historic building that deserves a little recognition? The Rockingham Historic Preservation Commission invites residents to nominate properties for the 2026 Rockingham Old House Awards, with nominations … Continued

Grand opening of a new SAHS and Stellafane collaborative museum

SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Springfield Art and Historical Society (SAHS) and the Springfield Telescope Makers Inc. (Stellafane) are pleased to announce the grand opening of a new collaborative museum, dedicated to preserving and celebrating Springfield’s rich history of innovation, craftsmanship, … Continued

Second annual Vermont Covered Bridge Week

REGION – Building on the success of its inaugural year in 2025, the Vermont Covered Bridge Society (VCBS) announces the second annual Vermont Covered Bridge Week, taking place Aug. 1-8. Proclaimed by Gov. Phil Scott and observed statewide during the … Continued

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