ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – The Rockingham Meeting House, a National Historic Landmark, opened for the 2026 visitor season over Memorial Day weekend, welcoming visitors through Halloween to experience one of Vermont’s most treasured historic landmarks.
Based on docent availability, the meeting house will be open for guided tours seven days per week, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
A meeting house has stood on this hilltop since 1774, and the present building, constructed by the community in 1787, is the largest surviving 18th-century public building in Vermont still substantially intact in its original as-built form, making it an extraordinary survivor of early American civic architecture.
Visitors this season will have the unique opportunity to see history being actively preserved. Important preservation work is underway as the community prepares for major conservation construction, scheduled to begin in spring 2027. Work taking place this season includes a continued archaeological survey, reconstruction of the west driveway from Meeting House Road, restoration of the historic timber frame, stabilization of the building’s original plaster and windows, and restoration of the historic graveyard picket fence.
This important work is made possible through support from the National Park Service, the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation, the Town of Rockingham, and generous supporters who continue to contribute their time, talent, and treasure to help protect this extraordinary landmark.
The adjacent historic graveyard remains open to visitors daily from dawn to dusk for quiet reflection and respectful exploration.
Whether you are visiting for the first time, returning to a favorite local landmark, or simply looking for a memorable summer and fall destination, the Rockingham Meeting House offers a rare opportunity to step directly into early American history while witnessing preservation in action.
For tour information, special events, or volunteer opportunities, please contact clg@rockbf.org or visit www.rockbf.org/rmh.