BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The Bellows Falls Historical Society & Museum has recently added signage to their 46 Canal Street property. The signage was created and painted by local artist Frank Hawkins.
The Bellows Falls Historical Society has a presentation and meeting space available for 40 people. Arrangements can be made for booking by emailing bfhs.archives@gmail.com.
The historical society moved to its new location last winter, and opened its doors in June 2025. The museum features displays of local Bellows Falls and Rockingham items, along with local history told through pictures.
The society currently has three special exhibits on display: (1) the Gordon Crandall Native American cultural exhibit, an ongoing feature; (2) the fire department exhibit, including items and pictures honoring Larry Clark, a Bellows Falls firefighter for more than 50 years who recently passed away. The exhibit features a showcase of fire department trucks made by Bill Lockwood and his nephew David Levesque. The display was put together by Bill’s wife Jeanie Levesque and his nephew David Levesque; and (3) the “Two Friends” art exhibit, featuring the work of local artists Virginia Clark and Antoinette “Nan” Durling.
We also have additional displays focusing on Bellows Falls history, including Hetty Green, trains, and the military.
We invite you to visit the Bellows Falls Historical Society and Museum during our open hours: Wednesday and Friday, from 1-3 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; and the first and third Sundays of the month, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Visits can also be arranged by appointment by emailing BFHistoricalSociety@gmail.com.