NEW SOCIETY HOURS STARTING JAN. 20TH

Saturday - 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

*Remember that you can always make an appointment to come in by  Contacting Us.

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Proudly Serving Rutland Since August 6, 1969

PHOTO OF THE MONTH

Sledding in Winter - 1914

"Winter fun in 1914 on North Main Street near the home of the photographer, Dr. George Marshall.  Two of the girls on the sleds are Dr. Marshall’s daughters, Virginia and Isabell."

Civil War Walking / Driving Tour

Rutland's stops on the Vermont Civil War Heritage Tour, and more!

New & Upcoming Projects

Here are a few projects our volunteers are working on.  If you are willing or interested to help with any, or learn more about them, please contact us!

  • Indexing the Rutland Herald biographical clippings and photos
  • Updating our main floor exhibits and layout
  • Sorting, organizing, and cataloging items
  • Digitizing collections for upload to our website
  • Cataloging our library of books
  • Painting our exterior woodwork & signs

RHS on VPR

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Vermont Public Radio interviews Rutland Historical Society about our work to share Rutland's history.

What's New: Creating History

Please enjoy these new additions to RutlandHistory.com

Pvt. John Hoag-Battle of the Bulge

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Battle of the Bulge

Harris Manufacturing Co. (1891)

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The Harris Co. produced both Cane and Wooden Chairs.   This is a c1891 catalog displaying their products. 

Flood of 1947

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"History of Rutland" Table of Contents

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by Dawn D. Hance

Updated Maps

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1881 Rutland County

Historic Architecture of Rutland County

by VT Division for Historic Preservation

Updates in our Image Galleries

Click the album below to view new additions to our online Image Gallery. 

Rutland City Downtown 1980s
West Rutland School Photos by Frank Hinchey
1973 Berwick Fire