Dummerston Historical Society

CURRENT STATUS 2026:  We are open! We’re looking forward to upcoming Quarterly Meetings that will feature interesting programs from local presenters, in the comfort of our historic Schoolhouse.

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 🎉50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION  - Sunday, October 18th 🎉

Please plan on joining us from 2 - 4pm!

 

You are invited to join us at the Society’s schoolhouse to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Dummerston Historical Society. There will be a brief business meeting followed by a program reviewing the history of the schoolhouse and the Dummerston Historical Society, and tribute to the many involved in its transition over the years along with highlighting the many programs and exhibits.

Past officers, directors, exhibitors, program presenters, residents of Dummerston and all interested in learning about history, are especially encouraged to attend, and to share, informally, their memories, stories and memorabilia of this remarkable building and organization. Save room for a piece of anniversary cake!!

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Mark your calendar: October 18, from 2 - 4pm at the historic schoolhouse, next to the Town Office in Dummerston Center. Hope to see you there!
 

Dummerston Historical Society welcomes all! Programs are free of charge and the building is accessible. Info: kidssing2772@gmail.com or gailsvt@gmail.com.

 

The Dummerston Historical Society in Dummerston Center, adjacent to the Town Office, is accessible, admission is free and is open the first and third Sundays of the month from 1-3 pm, or by appointment.

 

Exhibits rotate quarterly.  Volunteer board members will be glad to help with your inquiries.  Information: kiddsing2772@gmail.com or gailsvt@gmail.com

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OUR BEGINNINGS AND OUR WORK TODAY:  The Dummerston Historical Society was founded in 1976 by Harrison Evans, Thomas Johnson, and Richard Virkstis, three Dummerston residents committed to preserving the stories, artifacts, photographs, maps and other items of historical significance to the town. Today, the DHS continues to preserve, document, and educate on the history of Dummerston, Vermont. The Society is based in the former Center Schoolhouse in Dummerston Center, once a one-room schoolhouse that has been restored and added onto to create a meeting place and exhibition and archival space for the Society.

When open, the Schoolhouse offers an opportunity to explore genealogies, review photographs of past exhibits, search scrapbooks and discover the many artifacts in the Society’s collection. Albums featuring Slab Hollow, Dummerston Center, West Dummerston Village, Houses of Dummerston, Artists of Dummerston, Authors of Dummerston, and many others will be available for viewing and discussion.

 

The Schoolhouse is open the first and third Sunday afternoons of the month from 1 pm - 3 pm. The Society is handicapped accessible and free of charge. For more info, call 802 490-0728 or 802 321-8791.

 

 

MEETINGS & PROJECTS:  The DHS holds four meetings a year – one annual meeting in January and three others quarterly, held in the third week of April, July, and October. The Society also plans one to four public events per year, which include photography and art exhibitions, educational programs, and open houses. A project documenting current history called “Making History” and efforts to record oral histories are ongoing.

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VOLUNTEERING:  The DHS is a nonprofit that relies entirely on the volunteer work and generosity of its members, and new volunteers are always welcome. Your interests and time available will be appreciated.

 

DONATIONS:  Tax-deductible donations are always gratefully accepted. If you wish to donate, please contact us via email.

 

CONTACT:  For information on upcoming events, donating, becoming a member, or accessing the society’s archives, please refer to the information on this website, and for further questions email dummerstonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com and a board member will respond to you as soon as possible.