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www.timesargus.com/explore EDITOR’S NOTE ExplFall 2020 re Central Vermont Publisher/Executive Editor Steven Pappas General Sales Manager Tim Duguay Creative Services Manager Keri Franzoni Customer Service Manager Melody Hudson Sales Krystal Marshall Kristi Wolfrom Creative Services Tiahnna Gillam Photography Jeb Wallace-Brodeur I grew up here in Central Vermont. After plenty of Vermonters of all ages who are eager to leaving to go to school and raise a family, I visit and enjoy. returned in 2007 to find that so much had The Old Labor Hall in Barre finds its roots changed. But, really, so much had stayed the in the heyday of the granite industry of Central same. Vermont. It, too, awaits a day when it can be The things I grew up loving remain an opened, enjoyed and used as a venue for events. integral part of the quality of life my family and It tells an important piece of the Socialist history friends share today. We go on hikes, take day of Vermont (and the nation), and is a gem as a trips, explore back roads and visit local sites. national treasure. As a young person growing up here, I took for On these pages, we feature several spots – granted the history and natural beauty of the indoors and out – that Central Vermonters region. Now, through the eyes of young people like me have grown to love. What you will find and with the long view of old timers, I have a in Explore Central Vermont are reminders of greater appreciation for this corner of the world. places we enjoy, and a growing list of places we The granite industry surrounds us, literally need to visit. and figuratively. You see the beauty of granite in Our cover story, by Kathryn Threlkeld, keeps On the Cover architecture, art and in local cemeteries. Some of or focus outdoors, to bodies of water and trail Photographing autumn the most gifted carvers and sculptors have made systems near them. There is no better time foliage in Groton State Forest their homes here, which has yielded world-class to experience Vermont's outdoors than the by Jeb Wallace-Brodeur. handiwork and staggering quality. But behind explosively colorful autumn. And, truth be all of that hard work, there is a rich history based known, Kate only scratched the surface of what on immigration, culture, traditions and the bold is available in this beautiful region of Vermont. protection of the rights for the blue-collar class We are proud to share some of these that made this the Granite Capital of the World. explorations with you. And we look forward to Writer Peter Cobb takes us into some of that hearing about where you've been and what you 47 North Main St, Barre, VT history, and shows us how the past is being both have done this autumn. www.timesargus.com celebrated and integrated into a 21st century I take great pride in the local history of this 800-498-4296 landscape and economy. area, and our state. If my remote working would Explore Central Vermont Fall 2020. This publication is a product There is much to celebrate. allow me to do it from the top of Worcester of The Barre-Montpelier Times Ar- There are the old standbys, a few of which Mountain, or from Wrightsville Reservoir, I gus advertising department. Repro- are closed because of the pandemic but whose would do so gladly. duction in whole or in part without prior written permission is strictly directors are eager to see reopen to the public. This is one of the most beautiful places there prohibited. Opinions expressed They include our magnificent state capitol is to explore. Enjoy. in the publication are those of the building. The State House is stunning inside and authors and do not necessarily rep- resent those of the management of out, and is a compact museum in its own right. Steven Pappas the publication. ©2019 Brunswick When COVID's restrictions are lifted, there are Editor & Publisher publishing All rights reserved.

2 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 CONTENTS 4 10 Exploring Rock solid history at the Vermont by water Vermont Granite Museum 12 14 Slowcooker Apple recipes applesauce 16 Art in cemeteries and 19 Central Vermont downtowns On a wing and a prayer 24 Homemade party mix 26 Experience granite up close on 28 Millstone Trail 30 Cooking with kids Bringing Vermont’s past to life Fall 2020 | Explore Central Vermont | 3 WATERWAYS

By Kathryn Threlkeld

hen you live in a place like Vermont, it can be surprisingly easy to relegate the beauty seen day-in and day-out to merely the background; the setting in front of Wwhich today’s minutiae of human existence play out. It can be easy to forget that others routinely seek out a visit here to escape their settings, in order to experience and find joy in those very same everyday scenes. In 2008, when gas prices soared and most of us felt the pinch of an economic recession, the term ‘staycation’ (or ‘holistay’ or ‘daycation’ or ‘staytrip,’ take your pick) dominated tourism marketing. Defined as “a period in which an individual or family stays home and participates in leisure activities within day trip distance of their home and does not require overnight accommodation” or more simply, “a vacation spent at home or nearby,” it is often a fraction of the price of a traditional out-of-state vacation and what money is spent is more likely to stay in the local economy. Many thought its origins were from 2005, but since entering this ‘new’ word into their Online Dictionary in 2009, Merriam-Webster has now tracked it back to at least 1944, when it appeared in a beer advert as part of a list of “Red-White-And-Blue Reminders” for the month of July in the Cincinnati Enquirer. (This list also included the importance of growing Victory gardens and writing to the soldiers on the front.) Whatever your feelings about the portmanteau, it is applicable and ubiquitous once again as COVID-19 has brought hunkering down, canceled plans, disruption and worse to 2020. But we are fortunate that our cup of budget-friendly (often free!) and socially distant staycation options runneth over in this Brave Little EXPLORING State. If COVID blues is the diagnosis, recreation in central Vermont is surely a refreshing tonic — there is an ever-growing body of evidence supporting the association between experiencing nature and increased psychological well-being. As autumn approaches and the lush greens of summer transition to the vibrant hues of fall, take a walk, a hike, VERMONT a ride, fish (or weather- and site-permitting, a swim) by water around any of these favorite spots. Whether for a few hours, or the day, get out there to slow down, de-stress, explore and apprecia-state.

JEB WALLACE-BRODEUR / STAFF FILE PHOTO Cara Herring of Berlin paddles on Wrightsville Reservoir in Middlesex as autumn foliage is reflected on the placid water on Tuesday evening.

4 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 HERE ARE SOME

LOCAL FILE PHOTO / STAFF JEB WALLACE-BRODEUR Kayaking past the floating bridge in Brookfield.

Sunset Lake/Floating pond, which has 35 acres of lake area Bridge-Allis State Park- with plenty of places to fish from the OPTIONS Baker Pond, Brookfield shore, or you can launch a small boat. From its humble beginnings of lashed There are brook trout (best in spring), Barre Town Woods, logs to the latest innovative and modern bullhead, largemouth bass, panfish and Graniteville iteration of fiber reinforced polymer, yellow perch. This network of multi-use, public trails the floating bridge over Sunset Lake in From the Barre-Montpelier area is set amidst 370 acres of abandoned Brookfield has been a unique and fun take I-89 south to Exit 5 Northfield/ quarries and Vermont history. Dating feature of this picturesque, small town Williamstown, turn left ntoo VT-64 back to 1790 the quarried areas have been since the early 1800s. It’s a pleasant heading east for half a mile, then right out-of-use for over a century, the scattered getaway spot for a picnic, a leisurely onto Stone Road for about nine miles, remnants of that work overtaken by the paddle or swim, or for fishing. Anglers Stone Road will bring you right into Pond natural world. The bodies of water left enjoy this spot for largemouth and Village, the floating bridge will be on behind dot the hillside with a peaceful smallmouth bass as well as yellow perch your right. Cross the floating bridge and beauty, and some great reflection photo and trout (mostly in spring). Vermont turn left ta the the ‘Y’ to stay on VT-65/ opportunities (note that swimming/ Fish and Wildlife notes that casting West Street, and take your first right to jumping/diving is not allowed). Get up from the bridge can be easier for kids again stay on VT-65, bear right at the ‘Y’ high at various lookouts — be sure to who are learning or have difficulty doing intersection with Bear Hill Road, and check out Lover’s Lookout off the Holy so. Autumn is a great time for fishing in Allis State Park Road will be on the left. Ghost trail — and you are rewarded with Vermont; as the water temperatures fall, If you’re trip home includes hopping Vermont’s beautiful ridge lines, great the fish, like many species of wildlife, on I-89, consider heading back through views of Camel’s Hump and sweeping are increasing feeding and are more Pond Village and taking a detour vistas of Barre and the surrounding areas. active in the lead-up to winter. There via the Ridge Road to VT-66 (Exit Open Dawn to Dusk, the park is free for is limited parking near the bridge, but 4’s access road). From the floating walkers and hikers — those on four paws visitors can also park in the lot across bridge head southeast and take a right need to be leashed. Mountain Bikers are the road from the Old Town Hall, which onto Ridge Road just before the First required to have a day pass or a Millstone is a short walk away. Congregational Church (VT-65 will Trails Association membership. Trails For a longer explore in the area, drive continue down to VT-14). The drive are maintained by the Millstone Trail across the reconstructed floating bridge through central Vermont’s working Association and the Barre Town Thunder and up to Allis State Park, Vermont’s pastoral landscapes with southern Chickens Snowmobile Club. If you’re second developed state park. The park is views of Killington and Pico in the interested in volunteering, just fill out a open through Labor Day weekend (after distance is worth the extra time. (Make contact form at millstonetrails.org which you can park carefully at the gate a right at the end of Ridge Road to join Maps are available at the town office, and walk the access road in). The Bear VT-66 and follow signs at the next online and posted at the parking areas Hill Nature Trail is an easy 3/4-mile loop, intersection for a right down the hill to located at 44 Brook St., Websterville and and a climb up the nearby fire tower the interstate). Alternatively, take VT-65 111 Barclay Quarry Road, Graniteville. brings beautiful 360-degree views on a east to VT-14 north and drive through Day passes available for purchase at: clear day. Day-use is free and the park is the Williamstown Gulf. It’s a snaky, East Barre Antique Mall, Graniteville open 10 a.m. to sunset. fun drive along the river (sometimes General Store (cash only), Morgan’s East Also in Brookfield, Baker Pond is a mere feet away from your tires) and the Barre Market, Lawson’s Store (cash only), short drive away on Vermont Route 12. walls of green on either side burst into Vermont Bicycle Shop or online. Vermont Fish and Wildlife owns the “flames” in leaf-peeping season. Fall 2020 | Explore Central Vermont | 5 Wrightsville Beach/ Dogs are not allowed in the park Reservoir-Shady Rill, until after Labor Day, when they must Middlesex be leashed and pay the child entrance COVID-19 NOTES Originally constructed in the 1930s rate for the dog. Vermont State Parks which normal- as a Civilian Conservation Corps For those with their own boats, there ly offer restroom facilities, boat or project without any recreation in is a boat launch a half mile south of gear rentals, concessions, and/or the use of picnic tables, have suspended mind, Wrightsville Reservoir and the beach and recreation entrance; these amenities for the 2020 sea- Beach on Route 12 in Middlesex is a motorized boats are permitted, but son; be prepared to pack everything great spot for swimming, paddling, only in the designated area. you need for the day’s enjoyment boating, fishing, disc golfing, biking The nearby Shady Rill Picnic Area (including water and hand sanitizer, and walking. With ample parking, is part of the 500-plus acres owned seating and snacks, etc., but don’t a large beach area and five miles of by the Vermont Department of forget to pack everything out and multi-use trails, it is easy to achieve Environmental Conservation around leave nothing but footprints). Some social distancing while enjoying a day the Wrightsville Reservoir, and is parking areas will have limits posted; of recreation. As an added bonus, for located just off Shady Rill Road along for those that don’t, if quite full, use 2020, use of the 18-hole disc golf course Martins Brook — the mile-long your judgment as it may be difficult is included with the park entrance fee, tributary that meets the North Branch to social distance. Face-coverings are mandated in public spaces, wear and disc rentals are available. of the Winooski River just above the them if traveling or recreating with Kayaks, paddleboards, a paddle boat, Wrightsville Reservoir. Though smaller anyone outside of your household, and canoes are also available to rent and first-come, first-serve, stream or anytime you know others will be (life vests and paddles included), with access and picnic sites are a draw. present. Stay home if you are not Take VT-12/Elm St north from feeling well or have been exposed to Montpelier for just under five and a half COVID-19. Be responsible and plan miles, Wrightsville Beach Recreation your trip. If you are looking for an Area is on the right. Shady Rill Park is overnight experience, where avail- half a mile away down Shady Rill Road able, remote shelters and overnight (a left shortly before the beach entrance sites are not staffed; they are first if you’re headed north on VT-12). The come, first served and are not being cleaned. Unless otherwise posted, park will be on your right. Vermont State Park day-use fees are $4 per adult (ages 14+), $2 per Peacham Bog, Boulder child (ages four-13) and free for kids Beach, Stillwater Park, three and under. Vermont residents Ricker Pond in Groton who are honorably discharged vet- State Forest, Groton erans from active duty in US armed With over 26,000 acres spanning services and Vermont residents aged JEB WALLACE-BRODEUR / STAFF FILE PHOTO three counties and seven towns, 62 and older are eligible for a Green Marc Eagle, of East Montpelier, rows his Groton State Forest is filled with Mountain Passport, a lifetime day en- single scull across the reflectivewaters seemingly endless outdoor exploration try pass to the parks. More informa- of Wrightsville Reservoir in Middlesex. opportunities. Here you can find seven tion is available on the Vermont State Parks website. state parks, the Groton Nature Center, cleaning and disinfection measures eight lakes and ponds, and several followed between rentals. designated natural areas, including Tuesday rentals (and any rental the Peacham Bog, one of the largest TRAILFINDER returned before 11 am) are 25 percent bogs in Vermont. Rising above its The new TrailFinder.info is a great re- off; residents of Montpelier, East surroundings, it is referred to as a source, managed by the Upper Valley Montpelier, Middlesex, or Worcester dome or raised bog. The Peacham Bog Trails Alliance in collaboration with enjoy a 25 percent discount on boat Loop is a four and a half mile trail, the Center for Community GIS; Ver- rentals and discounts can be combined moderate in difficulty, which begins mont Department of Forests, Parks up to 50 percent off. with Little Loop trail at the corner of and Recreation; UNH Cooperative Open through Oct. 3, hours are the Nature Center parking lot. Pay Extension; and the National Park Ser- vice Rivers, Trails and Conservation noon to 7 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. close attention to signage (it will cross Assistance Program. Find trail maps, to 7 p.m. on weekends, with limited the Coldwater Brook trail) and stay detailed descriptions, directions, area services). on the trail, the vegetation is fragile amenities and services, and even create an account to keep track of your outings and submit photos, com- JEB WALLACE-BRODEUR / STAFF FILE PHOTO ments and feedback. The interactive Hiking in Groton State Forest. site is continually growing and bene- fits greatly from user input. 6 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 and sensitive to errant trodding. Three Another great paddle spot is Ricker Boulder Beach Road, the Groton Nature hundred acres of this natural area are Pond, which is just a short drive away Center is just over one and a half miles considered Class 1 protected wetlands, down VT-232. Please note that the boat on the left the( signage is pretty good all home to lots of rare, threatened, or launch/swimming area is for campers throughout the Groton area to indicate endangered species. Be on the lookout only. A straight shot across the pond park directions and locations). for pitcher plants, bog rosemary and from the launch area is a spot to pull several orchid varieties. After the bog up the kayak on the rocks and go for a Marshfield Dam viewing platform, take a right onto swim or have a snack or picnic lunch. Reservoir/Molly’s Falls the dirt road, which will turn to a trail The whole pond is a nice, easy paddle, Pond, Cabot again and then reconnect to Coldwater relaxing and pleasant with many spots A popular spot for boaters and Brook trail, then turn right to return to cruise by and explore. From the fishing-enthusiasts alike, Molly’s Falls to the first trail intersection. Plan for peninsula that sticks out into the water Pond is a 400-plus acre reservoir, with about three and half hours to make there is a walking trail which connects two shore fishing platforms and a the loop, and add time if stopping for a to the Montpelier-Wells River Rail Trail/ concrete ramp boat launch. There are trailside lunch or snack. Cross Vermont Trail, 11 miles of easy a variety of fish including brown and Entry to one of the seven parks within walking, biking or horseback riding. rainbow trout, bullhead, northern pike, the Groton State Forest is entry to all. These trails also connect with the more pickerel, panfish, smallmouth bass, and Nearby day-use Boulder Beach State than 17 miles of hiking trails and 20- yellow perch. Swimming is also allowed Park is within walking distance of the plus miles of multi-use gravel roads and from the shore (but not the boat launch) Groton Nature Center and has access to trails within Groton State Forest. Ricker and there are plenty of scenic spots for the Coldwater Brook multi-use trail. On Pond is open through Oct.12. picnicking, including some remote sites the shores of the 423-acre Lake Groton, From the Barre area: take US-302 east tucked around the lake. It’s a great place this spot has 200 feet of beach (peppered for about 15 miles to VT-232, left ntoo to bring a kayak and have a relaxing with its eponymous glacier-dropped VT-232/State Forest Road (be alert on paddle day. A spruce and fir wetland lies boulders), a car-top boat launch, 75 this road as it is not only a winding road, along the southern shore, and wildlife picnic sites and is a delight to swimmers but there are multiple trail crossings and abounds. The reservoir became an and kayakers, as well as anglers, who can active wildlife) stay on VT-232 for about official state park in 2015. Leashed pets expect bass, bullhead, perch and pickerel. five and a half miles, turn right onto are welcome.

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Fall 2020 | Explore Central Vermont | 7 JEB WALLACE-BRODEUR / STAFF FILE PHOTO Above, a float on Number 10 Pond. Below, Paddling on Nelson Pond.

Follow directions for the area, affording plenty of Marshfield Dam Reservoir, opportunities to explore and head east on US-2 through TRY iNATURALIST picnic. Plainfield to Marshfield, If you are exploring with a smartphone, consider downloading the There is also a boat launch pass VT-232 (New Discovery iNaturalist and/or Seek by iNaturalist apps, these allow you to use for the Waterbury Reservoir a your smartphone’s camera for identifying plant and animal species Road), access and parking are mile before the park entrance. around you. You can also post your photos and observations, see a right-hand turn after dead- data and information about your observations, and contribute to bio- It is a popular spot for end Porter road (you’ll see the diversity data collections, which help scientists and resource manag- motorboats in the summer, water before the turn). ers in your area. especially on weekends, but with two no-wake zones and No. 10 Pond/Mirror off elsonN Pond Road for most popular Vermont state the 200-foot no-wake corridor Lake, Nelson small boat access. Known fish parks. An active settlement along the shore, there are Pond/Forest Lake, species here include brown from the late-1700s through quiet areas to be found if you North Calais and trout, bullhead, chain pickerel, the early 1900s, the area now are paddling (please try to Woodbury lake trout, panfish, rainbow holds only the traces and stay in the quiet areas, and It got an upgrade to lake trout, smallmouth bass, yellow detritus of the rugged farmers, be aware of motorized boat status in the 1960s, but most perch. Both lakes are satisfying sawyers and their families users, especially near Elephant locals know and refer to paddles in settings rich with who cleared the land and eked Rock). The reservoir is a Mirror Lake as Number 10 wildlife and beauty, be sure to out a living on the hillside fabulous fish and bird habitat, pond. At over one hundred keep your ears and eyes peeled long ago. Throughout the and with 860 acres of lake feet at its deepest the ‘pond’ for the many bird species that park you’ll find interpretative area there are so many nooks, moniker doesn’t really do it nest, hunt and pass through signs about the people who crannies and coves to explore justice. Anglers know this these areas. used to live here and their you won’t be disappointed. reservoir well, and many will Take VT-14 north through way of life. The Dalley Loop From the junction of VT- tell you that the chances of a East Montpelier and Calais trail is just over three and 100 and US 2 in Waterbury, go bite here are good and there to Pekin Brook Road, then a half miles of moderate one and a half miles west on are a variety of fish species take Jack Hill Road to Nelson hiking or, if so inclined, trail Route 2. Turn right on Little present, including bullhead, Pond Road, parking area is running; most of this loop is River Road, and follow it for pickerel, smelt, lake trout, on the right. Nelson Pond also approved for mountain three and a half miles (two rainbow trout, smallmouth Boat Launch is on the right bike use. There are several and a half miles for the boat bass and perch. There is a about one and a half miles up miles of walking/hiking and launch area). The park is open parking area and concrete Nelson Pond Road. multi-use trails criss-crossing through Oct. 25. plank launch for small boats, just off elsonN Pond Road. Little River State Though there is no public Park, Waterbury swimming access per se, it is a Reservoir, well-know swimming spot. Waterbury No. 10’s companion, also Rich in fascinating history, got a status upgrade to Forest the trails through the Lake (it is nearly 100 feet abandoned Ricker basin in deep), but stubbornly retains Little River State Park can its ‘pond’ name, too: Nelson at times feel like stumbling Pond. There is a gravel ramp into a secret, forgotten place, in the northwest corner just despite being in one of the

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10 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 create a vibrant gathering Visitors to the museum place that promotes the also can get the information understanding of and respect on the Barre Granite for the people, cultures, skills Sculpture Quest, which is and businesses that were a road map and guide to (and remain) involved in the sculptures in Barre, Vermont’s granite industry as well as information through hands-on experience, about the sculptures in the outreach and education. Green Mount, Hope and The COVID-19 pandemic Elmwood cemeteries. There forced several changes at the is also information about the museum including removing Millstone Trails system that the interactive exhibits, snakes through some of the and canceling events and old quarries in Barre Town. art classes. The blacksmith According to McLaughlin, shop is not open and artist JEB WALLACE-BRODEUR / STAFF FILE PHOTO prior to the pandemic, the Chris Miller, the sculptor of museum had hoped to have Ceres, the Roman goddess of Paletteers of Vermont. This public include information 12,000 visitors this year, agriculture and fertility that art show is unique because it on cutting, polishing and which would have been a stands atop of State House contains the window frames shaping stone; the science of record. dome, is not using the facility from the museum that granite; a sculptors’ gallery; “What concerns us right for his work. were taken out in 2000 and several works by Giuliano now is what will next year “Here at the museum, what the Paletteers did was Cecchinelli — a master bring.” McLaughlin said. But although we may not have all paint a landscape and put it sculptor from Barre; a section if all goes well, many of the of our interactive stations and behind the window frames,” about powering the industry; events scheduled for this year our outdoor games, what we McLaughlin said. information on quarrying, will take place next year. do have are the exhibits on the Many of the members of the etching and sandblasting, and For more information on history of the granite industry Paletteers are designers in the a three-quarter mile walking the Vermont Granite Museum and also an art show that was granite industry. trail along the Stephen’s in Barre, go to https://www. done earlier this spring by the The exhibits open to the Branch. vtgranitemuseum.org/

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Grease a 13x9 baking dish. Pre-heat oven to ½ c. shortening 350 degrees. Peel, core and slice between 4-6 apples 1 c. sugar (depending on how deep your dish is) and pour 2 eggs, beaten apple slices into the dish. 2 Tbsp. sour milk 1 tsp. vanilla extract In a bowl mix the following ingredients then pour over 2 c. flour apples and coat them: 1 tsp. baking soda 1 c. sugar 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cinnamon ¼ tsp. salt ½ tsp. nutmeg 3 Granny Smith apples, finely chopped 1/3 c. walnuts, chopped Topping: 1 ½ c. br. Sugar Stir together all the dry ingredients in mixing 1 ½ c. flour bowl then add the wet ingredients, mix. Add 1 ½ c. Old Fashioned Rolled Oats apples and walnuts. Beat for approx.. 1 minute. ½ tsp. baking soda Pour into greased loaf pan, bake in pre-heated ½ tsp. baking powder 350 degree oven for 60-90 mins. Check after 60 1 ½ sticks melted butter or margarine mins. but depending on loaf pan size it could take up to 90 mins. Mix above thoroughly and sprinkle over apple mixture. Bake for 50-60 minutes.

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world and their dramatic obelisks, the most notable at work in on display the Azro Morse grave. at the three local Great art isn’t limited to these three cemeteries,” said cemeteries as there is great art in Dan Barlow, of most of the cemeteries in Vermont, Barre, whose according to Barlow, who has visited affection for 500 Vermont cemeteries. The grave cemetery art is carvings in the 18th century tend infectious. to be dark covered with skulls and Each year visitors crossbones, Barlow said. But by the from around the mid-19th century, cemetery art was world tour Hope more positive and uplifting. Cemetery on Maple Also of interest is the Barre Granite Street in Barre. Sculpture Quest in downtown Barre The cemetery and the Grand Lookout trail at the features dozens of Millstone trails in Barre Town. incredible carvings The Barre Granite Sculpture including a replica of Quest is a two-mile walk through By Peter Cobb Michelangelo’s “Pieta” downtown Barre that features a dozen by Barre artist Alcide granite sculptures including the ou’re interested in great art Fantoni, an immigrant Italian artist “Italian-American Stonecutter” that but you’re reluctant to visit an whose notable sculptures include: was designed by Elmo Peduzzi and indoor museum right now? “The Power of Nature Harnessed By carved by Philip Paini from a model YDon’t fret. Some of the best Man” in Montana. He also carved created by Giuliano Cecchinelli. carvings in the world are on display at panels depicting the life of Martin Other notable carvings include the cemeteries and sidewalks throughout Luther King Jr. that are on display in tribute to the Boy Scouts (the first Vermont. Fall is a perfect time to go Albany. American Boy Scout troop was in on a sculpture quest. The art on display in the Green Barre), the Youth Triumphant statue Three great places to start Mount Cemetery on Route 2 in in the center of downtown, and Mr. are Green Mount Cemetery in Montpelier features equally dynamic Pickwick in front of the Aldrich Montpelier, and Elmwood and Hope carvings especially the statue of Public Library. Both the Boy Scout cemeteries in Barre. seven-year-old Margaret Pitkin, memorial and Mr. Pickwick were “The three local cemeteries have who died in 1899. Many people carved by Cecchinelli. been showcases for the granite leave necklaces or pennies on her The Grand Lookout Trail at industry for the better part of a monument for good luck. Millstone features several intricate century,” said Scott McLaughlin, Elmwood Cemetery on Hill Street carvings on the rock ledges on the executive director of the Vermont in downtown Barre, the smallest side of the tail. The challenge is to Granite Museum in Barre. of the three, is worth a visit just to find all of the carvings along the path. “The Barre granite industry, see the statue of the pensive woman For more information, go to https:// especially from 1890 to 1910, drew at the Levi Bolster gravesite. The barrerocksolid.com/hike-through- some of the best stone carvers in the cemetery also features severals history-in-barre-vermont/

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Fall 2020 | Explore Central Vermont | 19 “They will not have died in vain if their Records show that 376 B-17s took part “My Prayer” may have been a typical POWs were sent to Camp Lucky Strike, remembrance can lead us from the in the raids on the two cities involved in World War 2-era B-17 bomber, but there northeast of Le Havre, France, before long, long time of war to the time for the production of industrial ball bearings would be nothing typical about the being shipped home to the United States. peace.” and fi ghter aircraft for the Nazi war Schweinfurt-Regensburg bombing raids. According to Layn’s recollections, machine. he was never ill treated but most POWs - Herman Wouk from “War and The Allies’ idea was to knock out both BOMBING RAID OVER made an e¤ ort to escape if they could. Remembrance” Regensburg’s Messerschmitt aircraft SCHWEINFURT They even had forged documents ready factory complex and Schweinfurt’s “We fl ew through heavy fl ak sent up to use of they ever escaped. Prior to 1944, ball-bearing production works. But by anti-aircraft guns around the industrial treatment was considered fairly good, he city of Schweinfurt (Germany),” according World War II U.S. Army Air Forces why did Allied planners focus on ball said. But following a meeting of the Axis to World War II veteran Roger Layn. The veteran Roger Layn celebrates his 100th bearing manufacturing as an ideal Powers, the German attitude towards Monkton resident was the co-pilot of “My birthday on June 5. The military aviator target? Amazingly, the little, precision- POWs became more severe. Prayer” a Boeing B-17 bomber fl ying out of and lifelong Monkton, Vermont, dairy made, stainless-steel spheres were the Today, on his 100th birthday, Layn a USAAF airbase in southeastern England. farmer, who remains physically active technological underpinning of the Nazi has vivid memories of the 1940s war-in- “And there were Lu¥ wa¥ e fi ghter attacks, and mentally agile at 100 years, has vivid ability to make war. the-air. He maintains a strong interest in too. It was a terrible day.” memories of mortal aerial combat over But the now legendary air raids didn’t aviation even though he hasn’t fl own a At roughly 3 p.m. on Aug. 17, 1943, Nazi Germany and as a prisoner of war in go exactly as fi rst planned. private aircraft since the 1970s. He fondly when it reached the target area, “My the notorious Stalag Luft-1 POW camp. Allied losses, due to bigger-than- recalls when he was made an honorary Prayer” bombardier Lewis Allen let loose While Layn is proud of his service expected German air support and anti- co-pilot of a Green Mountain Boys’ the B17’s load of powerful incendiary during World War II, it’s understandable aircraft batteries, were heavy. Of the 376 F-15 fi ghter jet, courtesy of the Vermont bombs over Schweinfurt, Germany. Other On a good day, Allied POWs pose at Stalag Lu 1 in Germany during the 1940s. that a quiet di dence circumscribes B17s involved in the raids, 55 were lost National Guard, one day in the 1980s. planes of the 91st followed the lead of “My Photo courtesy of 392nd Bomb Group what he’s willing to talk about. with 552 crewmen killed or missing in Layn told the Eagle that he hopes Prayer”. From just under 17,000 feet above bailed out (under the captain’s orders) According to an U.S. Army history Today, Layn is a rugged survivor of action, according to Layn. young people will have a better sea level, Layn and his crewmates could when it looked like we’d lose the ship. We of the camp, the Soviet troops treated the Greatest Generation. He is a widower As part of the USAAF 91st’s Schweinfurt understanding of the causes of the war see the fi restorm down below. had severe fl ak damage (with something German civilians in the area badly, but yet still smiles when he refl ects upon attack group, Layn was co-pilot alongside and the high price paid by veterans so Schweinfurt’s two largest factories like over 500 holes) in the fuselage.” American and Commonwealth personnel his sweetheart and Bristol High School pilot Jim Judy in the cockpit of the that all humanity will fi nd freedom and a took 80 direct hits. Nearly 380,000 square With its heavy battle damage, it was were treated with respect. Layn also classmate, Helen. As a lieutenant, she “My Prayer”. The other crewmates that lasting peace. ■ feet of factory buildings were destroyed. clear to Layn and prime pilot Jim Judy that said he and fellow Allied POWs wore served as a nurse in the U.S. Army in the day included fl ight engineer/top turret “My Prayer” couldn’t make it back to the armbands on which their nationality was European Theater; the two kept in touch gunner Earl Cherry, navigator Ed The incendiaries ignited machine oil U.S. Army Air Forces’ 91st Bomb Group’s written in Russian. From May 13-15, the by letter writing. Helen would become DeCoster, bombardier Lewis Allen, radio used in the ball-bearing manufacturing airbase at Bassingbourn, England. Three camp was evacuated by USAAF aircraft in Roger’s wife after the war. Later, the operator Virgil Faust, ball-turret gunner process and helped fuel the inferno down of the crew stayed aboard,not even sure if “Operation Revival”. couple raised their children; they still live Chas Baiano, waist gunner Ray Tarbell, below. they could wrestle the wounded Fortress Layn and his fellow liberated American near the Monkton family farm. waist gunner Vince Lala, and tail gunner “On our way home is when things got safely home, across the English Channel. As the fi rst lieutenant co-pilot of the Paul Burton. really dicey,” Layn said. “Seven of the crew “We managed to get across and on to B-17 Flying Fortress nicknamed “My the Royal Air Force (RAF) Manson station Prayer”, Layn and his crewmates fl ew (near Kent) without the landing gear their bomber from the United States to down; we crashed on our belly,” Layn England to become part of the U.S. Army said. Fortunately, the three crew members Air Forces 91st Bomb Group. The 91st aboard got out on to terra fi rma. soon became a key component of the fi rst And thanks to a quick-thinking RAF fearsome, double-strike air raids on the cameraman, the crash landing of “My industrial German cities of Schweinfurt Prayer” is now immortalized on 16mm and Regensburg on Aug. 17, 1943. fi lm. The belly landing appears in many documentaries about the USAAF’s European bombing missions during the war you can view on YouTube today (see: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=jbpcwyWAv28.)

STALAG LUFT 1 On a later bombing mission over Germany, Layn’s plane was shot down. And while he parachuted to safety, he was captured. As a prisoner of war (POW) he was transported to Stalag Luft-1 POW The crew of the B-17 “My Prayer” in the U.S. before being assigned to the 91st Bomb Group camp in German Pomerania. There he sat in England. World War II veteran Frank Layn at home in Monkton, Vermont. Helen Layn in uniform. out the rest of the war until Soviet Russian Photo courtesy of Roger Layn Photo courtesy of Roger Layn soldiers liberated the camp in April 1945. Photo by Lou Varricchio

20 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 “They will not have died in vain if their Records show that 376 B-17s took part “My Prayer” may have been a typical POWs were sent to Camp Lucky Strike, remembrance can lead us from the in the raids on the two cities involved in World War 2-era B-17 bomber, but there northeast of Le Havre, France, before long, long time of war to the time for the production of industrial ball bearings would be nothing typical about the being shipped home to the United States. peace.” and fi ghter aircraft for the Nazi war Schweinfurt-Regensburg bombing raids. According to Layn’s recollections, machine. he was never ill treated but most POWs - Herman Wouk from “War and The Allies’ idea was to knock out both BOMBING RAID OVER made an e¤ ort to escape if they could. Remembrance” Regensburg’s Messerschmitt aircraft SCHWEINFURT They even had forged documents ready factory complex and Schweinfurt’s “We fl ew through heavy fl ak sent up to use of they ever escaped. Prior to 1944, ball-bearing production works. But by anti-aircraft guns around the industrial treatment was considered fairly good, he city of Schweinfurt (Germany),” according World War II U.S. Army Air Forces why did Allied planners focus on ball said. But following a meeting of the Axis to World War II veteran Roger Layn. The veteran Roger Layn celebrates his 100th bearing manufacturing as an ideal Powers, the German attitude towards Monkton resident was the co-pilot of “My birthday on June 5. The military aviator target? Amazingly, the little, precision- POWs became more severe. Prayer” a Boeing B-17 bomber fl ying out of and lifelong Monkton, Vermont, dairy made, stainless-steel spheres were the Today, on his 100th birthday, Layn a USAAF airbase in southeastern England. farmer, who remains physically active technological underpinning of the Nazi has vivid memories of the 1940s war-in- “And there were Lu¥ wa¥ e fi ghter attacks, and mentally agile at 100 years, has vivid ability to make war. the-air. He maintains a strong interest in too. It was a terrible day.” memories of mortal aerial combat over But the now legendary air raids didn’t aviation even though he hasn’t fl own a At roughly 3 p.m. on Aug. 17, 1943, Nazi Germany and as a prisoner of war in go exactly as fi rst planned. private aircraft since the 1970s. He fondly when it reached the target area, “My the notorious Stalag Luft-1 POW camp. Allied losses, due to bigger-than- recalls when he was made an honorary Prayer” bombardier Lewis Allen let loose While Layn is proud of his service expected German air support and anti- co-pilot of a Green Mountain Boys’ the B17’s load of powerful incendiary during World War II, it’s understandable aircraft batteries, were heavy. Of the 376 F-15 fi ghter jet, courtesy of the Vermont bombs over Schweinfurt, Germany. Other On a good day, Allied POWs pose at Stalag Lu 1 in Germany during the 1940s. that a quiet di dence circumscribes B17s involved in the raids, 55 were lost National Guard, one day in the 1980s. planes of the 91st followed the lead of “My Photo courtesy of 392nd Bomb Group what he’s willing to talk about. with 552 crewmen killed or missing in Layn told the Eagle that he hopes Prayer”. From just under 17,000 feet above bailed out (under the captain’s orders) According to an U.S. Army history Today, Layn is a rugged survivor of action, according to Layn. young people will have a better sea level, Layn and his crewmates could when it looked like we’d lose the ship. We of the camp, the Soviet troops treated the Greatest Generation. He is a widower As part of the USAAF 91st’s Schweinfurt understanding of the causes of the war see the fi restorm down below. had severe fl ak damage (with something German civilians in the area badly, but yet still smiles when he refl ects upon attack group, Layn was co-pilot alongside and the high price paid by veterans so Schweinfurt’s two largest factories like over 500 holes) in the fuselage.” American and Commonwealth personnel his sweetheart and Bristol High School pilot Jim Judy in the cockpit of the that all humanity will fi nd freedom and a took 80 direct hits. Nearly 380,000 square With its heavy battle damage, it was were treated with respect. Layn also classmate, Helen. As a lieutenant, she “My Prayer”. The other crewmates that lasting peace. ■ feet of factory buildings were destroyed. clear to Layn and prime pilot Jim Judy that said he and fellow Allied POWs wore served as a nurse in the U.S. Army in the day included fl ight engineer/top turret “My Prayer” couldn’t make it back to the armbands on which their nationality was European Theater; the two kept in touch gunner Earl Cherry, navigator Ed The incendiaries ignited machine oil U.S. Army Air Forces’ 91st Bomb Group’s written in Russian. From May 13-15, the by letter writing. Helen would become DeCoster, bombardier Lewis Allen, radio used in the ball-bearing manufacturing airbase at Bassingbourn, England. Three camp was evacuated by USAAF aircraft in Roger’s wife after the war. Later, the operator Virgil Faust, ball-turret gunner process and helped fuel the inferno down of the crew stayed aboard,not even sure if “Operation Revival”. couple raised their children; they still live Chas Baiano, waist gunner Ray Tarbell, below. they could wrestle the wounded Fortress Layn and his fellow liberated American near the Monkton family farm. waist gunner Vince Lala, and tail gunner “On our way home is when things got safely home, across the English Channel. As the fi rst lieutenant co-pilot of the Paul Burton. really dicey,” Layn said. “Seven of the crew “We managed to get across and on to B-17 Flying Fortress nicknamed “My the Royal Air Force (RAF) Manson station Prayer”, Layn and his crewmates fl ew (near Kent) without the landing gear their bomber from the United States to down; we crashed on our belly,” Layn England to become part of the U.S. Army said. Fortunately, the three crew members Air Forces 91st Bomb Group. 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26 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 By Peter Cobb MTA maintains the trails that next year.) Each of these three areas weave through 1,500 acres of provides different recreational and he angry Millstone gnome abandoned granite quarries. scenic opportunities. The Barre is back, hiding somewhere The Grand Lookout, atop a Town Forest is home to the greatest along the 20 miles of trails in towering granite grout pile (grout diversity of trails in the Millstone Tthe Barre Town Forest and Rock of is the old Scottish word for waste network. Many of the BTF trails are Ages quarry lands. He is four inches granite), provides an expansive excellent for all types of recreation tall, is wearing a blue jacket, black and dramatic view stretching from including mountain biking, hiking, pants and red hat, and has a thick, Lincoln Gap to Jay Peak and includes trail running, cross-country skiing white beard. Camel’s Hump and the state's highest and snowshoeing. If you find him, take his picture but peak, Mount Mansfield. On the way Gnome Man’s Land has trails be aware, he doesn’t like skidders or to the Grand Lookout, be sure to built for adventurous, white- skeeters, the members of the Millstone stop and take note of the sculptures knuckle, mountain biking including Trail Association aren’t sure which of carved by local area artists and the Screamin’ Demon trail. The the two he grumbles most about. sculptors. The challenge is to see how Canyonlands has the quietest and The trails wind through old many carvings you can find. most contemplative feel. All three granite quarries, historic artifacts, Millstone Trails are open to sections area are connected and sculptures, northern hardwood everyone. Mountain bikers must can be accessed with short road and coniferous forests and exposed purchase a day or season pass but crossings. granite spines and provide a perfect the trails are free to all other non- For history buffs the trail network fall outing for walkers, runners, motorized users such as hikers, provides a glimpse of Barre’s past hikers, disc golfers, bikers of all runners, and horse-back riders and including rusty mining equipment, levels, art lovers and history buffs. in the winter, walkers, cross-country old railroad beds and signs along “Anyone in Barre or Central and snowshoers. There is also a the trails that tell about the quarries’ Vermont should take the short walk frisbee golf course in the town forest history. to check out the views from the run by Quarries Disc Golf. There trails are well marked and Grand Lookout, especially in foliage The trails network is divided into there are maps along the trails. A season. Keep an eye out for the three main sections: Barre Town trail map is available online MTA artwork provided by sculptors along Forest, Gnome Man’s Land, the website. Directions to the various the way,” said Pete Kopsco, president Canyonlands. (Gnome Man’s Land is trailheads also are online at http:// of the Millstone Trail Association. closed this season but should reopen www.millstonetrails.org/

Fall 2020 | Explore Central Vermont | 27 INGREDIENTS COOKING • Pie Crust (see recipe) • 2 large eggs • 1/2 cup sugar • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk COOKING... • Whipped cream if desired with • 2 mini mu n tins (I used mu n tins kids! years ago, but I actually used mini pie pans this time around - so just use By Mikaela Foster what you have if you don’t have these)

DIRECTIONS When it smells like Autumn outside, 1. Heat oven to 425°. Spray two mini it should smell like Autumn inside. N I I mu n tins with baking spray, set aside. Pumpkin pie can do that for you. It ﬁ lls M ~ 2. Make pie crust (See recipe.) every room in my house with such a 3. Roll out pie dough on a baking mat or delicious seasonal aroma. ~ HOMEMADE lightly ﬂ oured surface. Using a 3” circle cookie I love using pumpkins instead of cutter, cut out 24 pieces. (You could also place a canned pumpkin and I don’t actually use drinking glass on the dough and trace around it to pumpkin pie pumpkins. For many years,

cut out the pieces.) Gently press into the wells of the PIE I used carving pumpkins. We’d carve

prepared mu n tins. Put them in the refrigerator to chill. them, set them out on the front porch S 4. In medium bowl, beat eggs slightly with wire whisk or hand beater. for a couple days, then I’d process and Beat in remaining ingredients except whipped cream. freeze them. But life has been busy CRUST 5. Remove the tins from the refrigerator and ﬁ ll each crust with the pie and we haven’t carved a pumpkin in

fi lling, but don’t go all the way to the top. Gently tap the tins on the counter a few years, and come to think of it, E to create a smooth, even fi lling. I haven’t made pumpkin pie in just 6. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°. Bake about 45 ~ as long. But this season, I was eager INGREDIENTS: I minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool to make one and was lucky enough • 2 2/3 cups all purpose fl our on wire rack two hours. Serve with sweetened whipped cream. to have a can of pumpkin hiding in my • 1 1/2 sticks of well chilled butter (cube it) After cooling, pies can remain at room temperature up to an pantry. • 1 tsp salt additional 4 hours, then should be covered and refrigerated. I like to use the same recipe every P year, but funny enough, the pie never Note: Because these are mini pies, keep an eye on them in the DIRECTIONS: seems to turn out the same, so sometimes oven. I started checking mine every so often after 30 minutes 1. Mix all ingredients until crumbly. I do things di erently on purpose. I was to ensure they wouldn’t burn. (If you’d rather just make 2. Sprinkle with well chilled water until planning on sharing with you this recipe, a full size pie, use these ingredients and directions everything sticks together by pinching. but with directions to make it a double with a regular sized pie pan.) 3. Split into two balls; wrap in saran wrap and chill in freezer for 10 minutes. layer pie. One year I made my usual N Involving the little ones: Get creative 4. Take one ball out, roll it out for the pie pumpkin pie for the guys at hunting with how you divvy up the tasks. I crust. Then repeat. *The process needs to camp but when we cut into it, it had two I would like to challenge you to use be done quickly. layers! One layer was like custard and the P this as a learning, or a reinforce- other was the usual texture I expected. K learning activity. Baking presents Well, it was a fl uke. I have tried to U P opportunities to practice what kids purposely recreate it in order to share with M have learned in school, depending you how to do it but I can’t fi gure out what on the ages and lessons. You can get as easy I did. This major bummer got me thinking as “1,2,3” with the youngest, which is where of pies past, and I remembered these I’m at. My toddler loves eggs right now and minis I made one year that are perfect for often counts, “Mama, one, ‘do’ eggs!” (I little helping hands. So here we go! love watching him explore and learn in the kitchen. One time I let him crack an entire carton of eggs one by one. I just sat and watched, with probably the silliest grin on my face.

28 | Explore Central Vermont | Fall 2020 INGREDIENTS • Pie Crust (see recipe) • 2 large eggs • 1/2 cup sugar • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk COOKING... • Whipped cream if desired with • 2 mini mu n tins (I used mu n tins kids! years ago, but I actually used mini pie pans this time around - so just use By Mikaela Foster what you have if you don’t have these)

cut out the pieces.) Gently press into the wells of the PIE I used carving pumpkins. We’d carve

Fall 2020 | Explore Central Vermont | 29 HISTORY A House for All

process that will yield a plan for story telling in the State House and determine who are the people who don’t feel that the state house is theirs and I am referring mostly to what would be termed the marginalized populations of Vermont, the minorities, the racial minorities, as well as women even though they are not a minority they still haven’t achieved complete parity.” Part of the new thinking is featured in two recent exhibits, one is a celebration of 100 years of women suffrage and recognition that women have achieved significant positions of power in Vermont (currently all four money committee chairs, taxes and appropriations, and the Speaker of the House -- are women) and the By Peter Cobb second is a history of the Abenaki people, the first Vermonters. “The Abenakis did not feel they had a presence in the building,” he Vermont State House often is called the “People’s House.” Schutz said. Although it is closed to the public due to COVID-19, in “I am excited for the group to modernize the way we treat the T normal times it is open to all. Anyone interested can roam state house collection, so it better reflects Vermont’s multicultural the halls, attend a committee hearing, listen to a floor debate in the and multigenerational evolutions. This not only includes the State Senate and House of Representatives, or even attend a free historical figures and events we feature, but also how we feature concert on Farmers’ Night. them so that the collection is accessible, informative, meaningful The grounds in front of the building are used frequently for and enjoyable,” said Xusana Davis, a task force member and events, demonstrations and large public gatherings. Vermont’s first executive director of racial equity. Building Curator David Schutz, and the Friends of the State The Vermont State House, the third state house, with its House – an all-volunteer organization dedicated to the restoration distinctive gold dome and columned granite portico, built from and conservation of the building -- are concerned the capitol does 1857 to 1859, has three functions: it is the home of the Vermont not speak to all Vermonters General Assembly; it provides space for ceremonial and social To make sure the People’s House is inclusive, Schutz and activities for the governors and lawmakers; and it is a museum with a task force, working under the auspices of the Friends, with representation from a variety of populations, are crafting a new “interpretive plan” to guide the museum functions of the building. “One of our goals with or interpretive plan is to identify what are the appropriate stories for the state house to tell regarding women, the indigenous people of Vermont, African Americans, people with disabilities, and the LGBQT communities,” Schutz said. The task force started work two years ago and expects to present its plan to the Legislature next March. “The interpretive plan will guide the selection of art that is displayed, guide the volunteers and guide the technology we use. We are totally committed to the notion that the art and artifacts at the capital should be more representative of Vermont and all its people,” said Mary Leahy, of Marshfield, chair of the study committee. Legislators have final approval of what is displayed. “The pandemic has given me, along with my assistant, a wonderful opportunity to design an interpretive planning

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more than 150,000 visitors a year. Finding the sweet spot where the building serves both as museum and the seat of government is one of the biggest challenges facing the task force. STUDIO PLACE ARTS Schutz said the art and history exhibits should not be “exclusively View 4 exhibits with work dominated by the portraits of old White men,” but at the same time by contemporary artists fromom the museum needs to tell the story of Vermont’s government and, Vermont and beyond with exception of Gov. Madeleine Kunin, all Vermont governors have been men. Visit 2 floors of working “I am hoping the State House will still read as this gorgeous, artist studios intimate but grand building but we will also have learning Take the Art Stroll and opportunities were the diversity of Vermont will be on display,” explore more than a Schutz said. dozen stone sculptures The planned changes not only will include new stories but also new technology including greater use of smart phones and similar 201 NORTH MAIN STREET • BARRE, VERMONT devices. 802.479.7069 • STUDIOPLACEARTS.COM • “The pandemic has been a difficult and challenging time. We need to limit the amount of touch points,” Schutz said, such as shared audio equipment. The plan also will recognize that teaching children Vermont history is an important job of the museum. “The State House gets a larger audience of school children than any other site in the state. Civics is part of our mission to help teachers and parents getting their kids to understand what government is, how they play a role, and what is that role beyond voting and telling them the story of democracy,” Schutz said. Schutz came in to Vermont 1979 on a project funded by the National Endowment for the Arts to look at the feasibility of creating a museum at the State House. Even though thousands of tourists and students passed through the building every year, before the NEA study, few considered it a museum. The NEA study gave thumbs up to creating a state house museum. It took six years Holli-Day Care is your dogs home away before that idea took hold. “I was hired in 1986 as the first curator and I’m hoping I won’t be from home. Why keep your dog home the last,” Schutz said. when they can enjoy play time all day? Schutz and Nancy Price Graff are authors of “Intimate Grandeur,” which is both a history of the three state capitol buildings as well as a celebration of the restoration of the current building. “You have this incredible building in the humble rural state,” Schutz said. The State House will be closed for the rest of 2020. No decision has been made concerning next year. However, the grounds outside are still open to the public, however CDC guidelines and social 8 CIRCLE ST. BARRE distancing are required. (802) 622-0474 • HOLLIDAYCARE.COM

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