The Bennington Historical Society's mission is to research the history of Bennington and surrounding communities and share our insights with the public. We hope to foster a greater understanding of our common heritage.

Our members conduct oral history interviews, and collect and transcribe diaries, letters, and other documents that provide insights into life in and around Bennington. Recently, the society has produced a series of educational DVDs on topics related to local history, including Baseball in Bennington and Postcards from Bennington.

The society conducts approximately 8 monthly meetings per year in the Bennington Museum’s beautiful Ada Paresky Education Center. Programs typically consist of a presenter who addresses a topic concerning Bennington's rich history. Recent meetings have included the solo historical character actor Jim Cooke, best known for his rendition of Calvin Coolidge, and Brian Donelson, author of “The Coming of the Train,” who gave a presentation on the fascinating history and the impact of the Hoosac Tunnel and Wilmington Railroad (HT&W). 

 

Upcoming Presentations:

Our monthly presentations are on the third Sunday of the month at 2:00p.m in the Ada Paresky Education Center at the Bennington Museum, located at 75 Main Street in Bennington.           

 

November 20th: Tony Marro, “Bennington Veterans”.

December 18th: Brian Donelson, ”The Coming of The Train, II”.

January, the Museum is closed.

February 19th:  Ted Bird, “The History of The Opera House/ General Stark Theatre”.

March 19th: Maybe Dan Cohen, “Music”.

April 16th: Jamie Franklin, “Rockwell Kent”.

May 21st: “Bus Tour

 

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