1939 – Poultney School Band at New York World’s Fair
September 7th, 1939, The Poultney Herald: The Poultney High School Band was invited by the Director of Special Events J. A. Reilly to play at the New York World's Fair from October 19-21. The Band performed next to the George Washington Statue on the exposition grounds. See original news clipping and picture of band.
Vermont Firsts and Other Claims to Fame Lecture The Poultney Historical Society is pleased to host a lecture with Dick Smith the author of the book “Vermont Firsts and Other Claims to Fame”. This lecture explores various historical “firsts” and notable achievements associated with Vermont. The talk will be held at the Poultney Public Library on Saturday, September 13 at 1pm. Key themes include: Constitutional […]
Come Celebrate the 90th East Poultney Day! The Poultney Historical Society will host its 90th Annual East Poultney Day celebration on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, from 9am to 3pm. · This year’s theme is America’s 250th Celebration of the Revolutionary War in which both Vermont and Poultney played important roles. Our keynote speaker is historian […]
Vermont Movies? Why? And How? The Poultney Historical Society is pleased to host a Vermont Humanities lecture “Vermont Movies? Why? And How” with presenter Jay Craven at the Poultney Public Library on Saturday, May 3 at 1pm. For five decades Jay Craven has written, produced, and directed character-driven films deeply rooted in Vermont and New England, including five films based on the […]
Call For Vendors – East Poultney Day The Poultney Historical Society is planning its 90th Annual East Poultney Day celebration for Saturday, August 9th, 2025 from 9am to 3pm. 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. This year’s keynote speaker is […]
