About the
Dummerston Historical Society
CURRENT STATUS 2024: We are open! We’re looking forward to upcoming Quarterly Meetings that will feature interesting programs from local presenters, in the comfort of our historic Schoolhouse.
The Society is pleased to announce new exhibits, starting with a display of motorcycle photos taken by Bob George. Many of the photos are of Stan Lynde and his cohorts at his Lynde Motorsports Shop on Flat Sheet, and more memories of times past. Other new exhibits include farm tools and implements from the past, including an old horse harness, several scythe, a chicken catcher, a chain of bells, and many more, all borrowed from multiple farms in the area. The Artist Corner will include a new exhibit by Dummerston resident, Connie Evans, who will be displaying her works through December 15.
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The Dummerston Historical Society will be open Sunday afternoon, November 3, from1-3 pm and with a special 1:30 pm “Meet the Artist” reception for Dummerston resident Connie Evans who will share her thoughts on her paintings and the many media that she creates. An inspiring exhibit of her work is on display. Her primary focus has been watercolor painting but she also has created books and boxes with paper marbling.
We invite you to stop in to meet Connie, visit, view exhibits, ask questions, share information, or just say hi!
Dummerston Historical Society welcomes all visitors; one does not need to be a member to attend any of its functions. The Schoolhouse in Dummerston Center is handicapped accessible. Please call any member or Muriel Taylor at 802-380-7525 for information or visit www.dummerstonhistoricalsociety.org. You are always welcome.
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OUR BEGINNINGS AND OUR WORK TODAY: The Dummerston Historical Society was founded in 1976 by Harrison Evans, Thomas Johnson, and Richard Virkstis, three Dummerston residents committed to preserving the stories, artifacts, photographs, maps and other items of historical significance to the town. Today, the DHS continues to preserve, document, and educate on the history of Dummerston, Vermont. The Society is based in the former Center Schoolhouse in Dummerston Center, once a one-room schoolhouse that has been restored and added onto to create a meeting place and exhibition and archival space for the Society.
When open, the Schoolhouse offers an opportunity to explore genealogies, review photographs of past exhibits, search scrapbooks and discover the many artifacts in the Society’s collection. Albums featuring Slab Hollow, Dummerston Center, West Dummerston Village, Houses of Dummerston, Artists of Dummerston, Authors of Dummerston, and many others will be available for viewing and discussion.
The Society is handicapped accessible and free of charge. For more info, call 802 254-9311 or 802 321-8791.
MEETINGS & PROJECTS: The DHS holds four meetings a year – one annual meeting in January and three others quarterly, held in the third week of April, July, and October. The Society also plans one to four public events per year, which include photography and art exhibitions, educational programs, and open houses. A project documenting current history called “Making History” and efforts to record oral histories are ongoing.
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SOCIAL MEDIA: Visit our Facebook page by clicking this link.
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VOLUNTEERING: The DHS is a nonprofit that relies entirely on the volunteer work and generosity of its members, and new volunteers are always welcome. Your interests and time available will be appreciated.
DONATIONS: Tax-deductible donations are always gratefully accepted. If you wish to donate, please contact us via email.
CONTACT: For information on upcoming events, donating, becoming a member, or accessing the society’s archives, please refer to the information on this website, and for further questions email dummerstonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com and a board member will respond to you as soon as possible.
BOARD MEMBERS:
President: Muriel Taylor
Chuck Fish • Ruth Hoffman
Jody Normandeau • John Pinkney
Sara Ryan • Gail Sorenson
MAILING ADDRESS:
Dummerston Historical Society
P.O. Box 8064
Brattleboro, VT
05304
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
1521 Middle Road
Dummerston, VT
05346