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Jun 18, 2024 | 7:00pm Charlotte Public Library, 115 Ferry Rd, Charlotte, VT 05445

Celebrate Mount Philo's 100th Birthday with Judy Chaves

VHS author Judy Chaves will speak at the Charlotte Library about the centennial of Mt. Philo

Jun 27, 2024 | 5:00pm Vermont History Museum, 109 State Street, Montpelier VT

Members Opening: For the Love of Vermont

Celebrate the opening of the "For the Love of Vermont" exhibition at the Vermont History Museum with fellow VHS members while listening to a talk from the organizers.

Jul 03, 2024 | 10am-4pm Vermont History Museum, 109 State Street, Montpelier VT

Exhibition Opening: For the Love of Vermont

Explore the history of Vermont artwork through this exhibition from Vermont Country Store owner Lyman Orton, which features more than 70 years of Vermont artists examining the landscape and character of the Green Mountain State

Jul 09, 2024 | 9:30AM Mt. Philo State Park 5425 Mount Philo Road Charlotte, VT 05445

Mt. Philo History Hike with Judy Chaves

Come celebrate 100 years of Vermont State Parks at Vermont's first state park, Mt. Philo! Judy Chaves will lead a two hour hike up to the summit area and will share historic photos, maps and writings about Mount Philo. Get the insiders story of the "Secret History of Mount Philo!"

Oct 01, 2024 | 10:00AM-4:00PM Vermont History Center, 60 Washington Street, Barre VT

Research and Exhibition Gallery Opening

Join us as we open the Research and Exhibition Gallery at the Vermont History Center in Barre!

Oct 17, 2024 | 10:00AM-4:00PM Vermont History Center, 60 Washington Street, Barre VT

2024 Annual Meeting

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