The brave little state that could…

On this page we will dive deeper into The Battle of Bennington, as well as the many other important moments in our local history that helped shape the America we know and love today.

Did you know?
Vermont was an independent Republic for 14 years before becoming the 14th state in 1791. The 1777 Vermont Constitution called the new republic a “State” perhaps making plain their intention of joining the United States when possible.

A Liberty Pole is raised in Downtown Bennington

August 17, 2024

A Bounty for the Arrest of Ethan Allen

September 2023

250th Breckenridge Standoff

July 19, 1771

250th Remember Baker’s Thumb

March 21, 1772

Hoosick Falls History & Heritage Fair

May 20, 2023

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