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Rutland, Vermont

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History of Rutland

Vermont Marble Museum

1836

Once the largest marble company in the world, supplying stone for the Supreme Court Building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Jefferson Memorial.

4.2 mi away

Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site

1872

Birthplace of the 30th president, where he was sworn in by his father by kerosene lamplight after Harding's death in 1923.

13.4 mi away

Hubbardton Battlefield

1777

Site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely on Vermont soil, July 7, 1777.

11.5 mi away

Everything Near Rutland

27 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

  • Paramount Theater (Rutland, Vermont) · 0.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Step back in time to the golden age of entertainment at this beautifully restored historic theater, still hosting performances today. This isn't just any old building, it's a living piece of Rutland's history.…

  • Proctor-Clement House · 1.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over, history buffs! This grand 1867 house was home to Redfield Proctor, a powerful figure who shaped Vermont's marble industry and politics. Redfield Proctor, a prominent lawyer and businessman, built this…

  • Vermont Marble Museum · 4.2 mi · Historical Marker

    Once the largest marble company in the world, supplying stone for the Supreme Court Building, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Jefferson Memorial.

  • Gorham Covered Bridge · 5.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    You're about to cross a piece of living history: the Gorham Covered Bridge, built in 1841. This isn't just an old bridge; it's a window into how Vermonters lived and traveled almost two centuries ago. Imagine the…

  • Kingsley Covered Bridge · 6.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Look ahead! You're about to cross Clarendon's last surviving covered bridge, a charming wooden structure that's been standing here for over 150 years. This isn't just any old bridge; it's a living piece of Vermont's…

  • Kingsley Grist Mill Historic District · 6.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Step back in time at this well-preserved 19th-century mill complex, with remnants dating back to the 18th century. You're approaching the Kingsley Grist Mill Historic District, a place that's been grinding grain and…

  • Hammond Covered Bridge · 8.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Get ready to drive through a piece of Vermont history! This isn't just any old bridge; it's the Hammond Covered Bridge, built way back in 1842, and it’s a stunning example of old-school craftsmanship.Imagine the sound…

  • Laurel Glen Mausoleum-Laurel Hall · 9.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what it's like to build your own eternal resting place alongside your dream home? Well, just ahead, you're about to witness that very vision come to life. This isn't just another old house; it's a…

  • Battle of Hubbardton · 10.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what it felt like to be a Vermonter during the Revolution? This is it. On July 7, 1777, this quiet spot erupted as British forces under General Simon Fraser clashed with the American rear guard. Our brave…

  • Fort Vengeance Monument Site · 10.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over for a moment, because you're about to stand on ground that witnessed the raw struggle for survival during the American Revolution. This isn't just a roadside stop; it's where Vermont's earliest frontier…

  • Hubbardton Battlefield · 11.5 mi · Historical Marker

    Site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely on Vermont soil, July 7, 1777.

  • Anthony Scoville House · 11.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Look out your window at this striking 1960s house, known as Corbu. It’s a rare and distinctive example of International Style architecture, right here in rural Vermont! It truly stands out against the rolling hills.…

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  • East Poultney Historic District · 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Step into a living history book in East Poultney, a remarkably preserved 19th-century village centered around a historic triangular green. This isn't just a pretty spot; it's a window into early Vermont life. You're…

  • Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site · 13.4 mi · Historical Marker

    Birthplace of the 30th president, where he was sworn in by his father by kerosene lamplight after Harding's death in 1923.

  • Coolidge Homestead · 13.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Stand in the very room where Calvin Coolidge took the oath of office, becoming the 30th President of the United States. This unassuming Vermont farmhouse witnessed a pivotal moment in American history. In the pre-dawn…

  • Plymouth Historic District (Plymouth, Vermont) · 13.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over, history buff, because you're about to step into a remarkably preserved snapshot of early 20th-century America! This isn't just a village; it's the birthplace and homestead of President Calvin Coolidge, where…

  • Sanderson Covered Bridge · 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what travel was like before highways and gas stations? You're about to cross one of Vermont's oldest covered bridges, a charming 1840 structure that evokes exactly that bygone era. This isn't just any old…

  • Coolidge State Park · 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wonder where a president might have learned to be so quiet? Look no further than this tranquil Vermont landscape! You're about to enter Coolidge State Park, named for the 30th President, Calvin Coolidge, born and…

  • Brandon State School · 15.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wonder about the hidden stories behind those old, imposing buildings? Right here, in Brandon, you're approaching a place with a complex and often troubling past: the Brandon State School. Established in 1915, this…

  • Forest Dale Iron Furnace · 15.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what fueled Vermont's early industrial boom? You're approaching the ghost of it right now. This unassuming spot was once the mighty Forest Dale Iron Furnace, a roaring heart of industry that shaped this…

  • Crowley Cheese Factory · 15.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over, fellow road tripper, because you're about to uncover a delicious secret: the Crowley Cheese Factory, home to what's believed to be the oldest indigenous cheese manufacturer in the entire United States, still…

  • Simeon Smith House (West Haven, Vermont) · 16.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Look at that grand old house up ahead! It’s a real testament to early American design and the ambition of one wealthy businessman. This impressive Federal-style home was built between 1798 and 1800 for Simeon Smith, who…

  • Hyde's Hotel · 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Prepare to explore the eerie, deteriorating remnants of Hyde's Hotel, once a grand 19th-century summer resort here in Vermont. The main house of what became Hyde's Hotel was built in 1865. It quickly grew into a major…

  • Simeon Smith Mansion · 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over, because up ahead, you're about to pass a property that was once the heart of a Vermont powerhouse! This unassuming farmhouse was actually the grand mansion of Simeon Smith, a man who shaped early Vermont.…

  • Ruth Stone House · 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wonder where a poet finds their muse? You're approaching the very farmhouse where Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Ruth Stone lived and found her inspiration for decades. This 19th-century Vermont farmhouse became Ruth…

  • William Miller Farm · 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever heard of the Great Disappointment? It happened right around here at the William Miller Farm. This unassuming spot was the epicenter of a religious fervor that swept through America in the 1840s. William Miller, a…

  • Stagecoach Inn (Leicester, Vermont) · 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Picture this: you're a weary traveler in the 1830s, bumping along a dirt road, and suddenly, this grand building appears. This isn't just any old house; it's the Stagecoach Inn, a vital lifeline for early American…

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