Things to Do and See Around Vermont

The Ghost of Cloake Island: A Lake Champlain Islands Mystery
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Along the southeastern shore of Isle La Motte lies a diminutive island bearing an intriguing title: Cloake Island. Most people who boat past it see nothing special—just rocks, trees, and shadows. […]

Rock Dunder: An Abenaki Legend on Lake Champlain
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Introduction If you look out across Lake Champlain from Burlington, Vermont, you might spot a small rock formation poking just a few feet above the water. This tiny island may not […]

The Wampahoofus: Vermont's Legendary Mountain Creature
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn An exploration of one of Vermont's most fascinating cryptids Introduction Before Bigfoot and the Yeti became fixtures in Western popular culture, the Green Mountains of Vermont were home to a mysterious […]

Daniel L. Cady's Magnificent Mausoleum: “The Unique Poet” of New England
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn A magnificent mausoleum stands in the quiet hills of West Windsor, Vermont. This extraordinary monument showcases early 20th-century artistic grandeur. It preserves the legacy of Daniel L. Cady (1861-1934). Larger Than […]

Shelburne Museum's Dutton House Ghost
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Where History Meets the Paranormal When you visit the picturesque Shelburne Museum in Vermont, you might find yourself drawn to the steamboat Ticonderoga or the impressive collection of folk art. But […]

Deep Purple Stowe Vermont: Rock Legend's Revival
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn by William Alexander (with the invaluable contributions of Colin Hart and Roger Marcoux) In the tranquil mountains of Stowe, Vermont, an unexpected musical revival took place that would reshape rock history. […]
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A Reunion of Place
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn by Bob Knotts I am seven decades old, carrying six continents of memories. I hold deep affections for many people met and many places traveled around this world. Why, then, should […]

The Very Best Things to Do, See and Enjoy in Vermont This Summer
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn This is a comprehensive overview of the top things to do, see, and enjoy across Vermont in the summer, covering outdoor activities, attractions, small towns, festivals, shopping, dining, arts, and more. […]

Joseph A. Citro, Vermont's Best Authority On Ghosts and Hauntings
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Joseph A. Citro is Vermont’s most recognized authority on ghosts, haunting, and the state’s mysterious past. He’s written many fascinating books on the subject, including his best-selling work, ‘Passing Strange: True […]

Get These Wonderful and Exciting Vermont Books!
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn We've got some great Vermont books for you to choose from. From our very own Vermonter Publishing books to many other Vermont authors such as Joseph Citro, the “Ghostmaster General” of all […]
Haunted Vermont

The Ghost of Cloake Island: A Lake Champlain Islands Mystery
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Along the southeastern shore of Isle La Motte lies a diminutive island bearing an intriguing title: Cloake Island. Most people who boat past it see nothing special—just rocks, trees, and shadows. […]

Shelburne Museum's Dutton House Ghost
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Where History Meets the Paranormal When you visit the picturesque Shelburne Museum in Vermont, you might find yourself drawn to the steamboat Ticonderoga or the impressive collection of folk art. But […]

The Corwin Mystery: Woodstock's Other Vampire Tale
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn While Frederick Ransom's tale has been well-documented through family records and his brother's memoirs, Woodstock harbors another, more mysterious vampire story—one that blurs the line between historical fact and local legend. […]

The Legend of Hell's Half Acre: Vermont's Haunting Mystery
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Vermont's landscape holds many secrets, but few are as chilling as the tale that surrounds a remote area known locally as Hell's Half Acre. Near the base of South Mountain in […]

Vermont's Vampire Vine: The Spaulding Family Legend
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn In the quiet hills of Dummerston, Vermont, a remarkable and chilling chapter of New England folklore unfolded in the late 18th century. Vampire tales often conjure up images of Transylvanian castles […]

Hope Cemetery and It's Haunting History
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Hope Cemetery in Barre, Vermont, isn't your typical graveyard. It's a unique outdoor museum that showcases the town's granite heritage and artistic prowess. Established in 1834, this final resting place has […]
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The Ghost of Cloake Island: A Lake Champlain Islands Mystery
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Along the southeastern shore of Isle La Motte lies a diminutive island bearing an intriguing title: Cloake Island. Most people who boat past it see nothing special—just rocks, trees, and shadows. […]

Rock Dunder: An Abenaki Legend on Lake Champlain
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Introduction If you look out across Lake Champlain from Burlington, Vermont, you might spot a small rock formation poking just a few feet above the water. This tiny island may not […]

The Wampahoofus: Vermont's Legendary Mountain Creature
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn An exploration of one of Vermont's most fascinating cryptids Introduction Before Bigfoot and the Yeti became fixtures in Western popular culture, the Green Mountains of Vermont were home to a mysterious […]

Daniel L. Cady's Magnificent Mausoleum: “The Unique Poet” of New England
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn A magnificent mausoleum stands in the quiet hills of West Windsor, Vermont. This extraordinary monument showcases early 20th-century artistic grandeur. It preserves the legacy of Daniel L. Cady (1861-1934). Larger Than […]

Deep Purple Stowe Vermont: Rock Legend's Revival
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn by William Alexander (with the invaluable contributions of Colin Hart and Roger Marcoux) In the tranquil mountains of Stowe, Vermont, an unexpected musical revival took place that would reshape rock history. […]

Unraveling the Mystery of Lake Mempremagog's Aquatic Creature
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Lake Mempremagog, straddling Vermont and Quebec, harbors a fascinating secret. Locals call it Memphry, a mysterious aquatic creature that has captivated imaginations for years. This enigmatic lake monster ranks among North […]

The Corwin Mystery: Woodstock's Other Vampire Tale
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn While Frederick Ransom's tale has been well-documented through family records and his brother's memoirs, Woodstock harbors another, more mysterious vampire story—one that blurs the line between historical fact and local legend. […]

Vermont's Vampire Vine: The Spaulding Family Legend
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn In the quiet hills of Dummerston, Vermont, a remarkable and chilling chapter of New England folklore unfolded in the late 18th century. Vampire tales often conjure up images of Transylvanian castles […]

The Enigmatic Bread and Puppet Theatre of Glover, VT
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Blending political theater with puppets The Bread and Puppet Theatre in Glover is a hidden gem in Vermont's art scene. It blends political theater with handmade puppets. Peter Schumann founded this […]

The Devil of Lake Willoughby
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Article contributed by Scott Wheeler/Publisher Vermont’s Northland Journal With little doubt, Lake Willoughby is one of the most spectacularly beautiful and most photographed locations in New England. For generations, the lake […]

Ghostly Past of Stevens Branch Mill of Barre, VT
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn They say that on quiet nights, when the moon hangs low over the Stevens Branch, you can still hear the rhythmic clatter of looms echoing through the valley. The locals know […]

The Legendary (or Mythical) Origins of Mount Mansfield?
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Mount Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont, is a prominent landmark that has captured the imagination of many. The origin of its name, however, is steeped in legend and history. According […]
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