1917 – World War I Draft in Poultney
June 5th, 1917, The Poultney Journal: All Poultney men from the ages of 21-30 signed up for the Army as the United States had declared war on Germany two months before. A total of 275 men signed up, and that night, citizens of Poultney filled the streets. There was a town-wide parade that lasted to 1:30am for the future soldiers. See original news clipping and picture.
Call For Vendors – East Poultney Day The Poultney Historical Society is planning its 91th Annual East Poultney Day celebration for Saturday, August 8th, 2026 from 9am to 3pm. We are looking for vendors at the event. This year’s theme is the commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, sometimes called the “Semiquincentennial.” Vermont and Poultney played important roles in the American Revolution, and we have a lot to remember. […]
The Poultney Historical Society is hosting a “History Buff Trivia Event” and we invite you to join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The contest will start at 12:30pm at the Poultney Pub, doors at noon. Come out and prove your knowledge of Vermont and US History and Culture. Tables/Teams will be 2-4 participants. Cash award and other prizes. Suggested $10 […]
The Poultney Historical Society is excited to kick off the Maplefest activities with the traditional tree tapping with Citizen of the Year Tom DeMatties at 10am on Saturday March 21st! There will also be a pop up maple exhibit in the Schoolhouse and coloring pages for the kids. Greens Sugar House will also be donating […]
The Poultney Historical Society is hosting a “History Buff Trivia Event” and we invite you to join us on January 10, 2026. The contest will start at 12:30pm at the Poultney Pub, doors at noon. Come out and prove your knowledge of Vermont History and Culture. Tables/Teams will be 2-4 participants. Cash award and other […]
