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Vermont Begins Here

A HISTORIC DOWNTOWN

Downtown Bennington is everything you imagine Vermont to be, from the quintessential Main Street experience from shops and restaurants to sidewalk cafés and a vibrant cultural scene with live equity theater, art galleries and museums. 

Bennington boasts a thriving community center with a rich history, stunning architecture, locally owned shops, and small town hospitality. Visit Bennington this season, keeping health and safety guidelines in mind.

Visiting Bennington? Check out these spots: 

Bennington Battle Monument 
Bennington Museum 
Silk Road Covered Bridge 
Henry Covered Bridge 
Paper Mill Village Bridge 
Robert Frost Stone House Museum

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Vermont Begins Here

Bennington is home to the Bennington Battle Monument, one of Vermont’s most prominent historic sites, and a rich tapestry of art galleries and museums. Stroll through downtown Bennington and get to know Vermont’s beginnings and its charming, exciting present.