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This Week in Poultney History

1939 – Poultney Not Quite Ready For Spring

Poultney-not-ready-for-Spring-April-13-1939April 13, 1939, The Poultney Herald: Three weeks after the first day of Spring 1939, a majority of Poultney residents were ready for warmer weather. But there were still some Poultneyites who were reluctant to give in to the changing seasons. To see the original article, click here.

History Buff Trivia Event – Saturday, May 9, 2026

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 […]

Join Us for MapleFest 2026

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 […]

History Buff Trivia Event at the Poultney Pub

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 […]

Vermont Firsts and Other Claims to Fame Lecture

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 […]