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With the beautiful Otter Creek river flowing through its center, Middlebury is a small town that is larger than life. Its early settlers included educators, inventors and businessmen who envisioned a grand place that would enrich the lives of its citizens. These luminaries were determined to make Middlebury a center for knowledge, fine art, architecture and commerce. And they succeeded. Today the old mill buildings are home to diverse businesses, academically renowned Middlebury College continues to attract students from around the world, and the arts remain an integral part of the community.
Cornwall/Weybridge Tour
From Main Street Middlebury (Route 125) take Route 30 south to village of Cornwall and west on Fisher Road. Return to Route 30 and continue south. Backtrack to Ridge Road and then west onto Route 125. Proceed east on Route 125 and turn north onto James Road, south on Route 23, north on Sheep Farm Road to east on Hamilton Road then south on Morgan Horse Farm Road. Return to Middlebury via two options: For a regular-size car one can cross the Otter Creek traveling through the Pulp Mill Covered Bridge on Seymour Street to Main Street. Alternative route is continue south on Pulp Mill Bridge Road to Route 23 south to Route 125.
Middlebury/East Middlebury Tour
The tour begins in Middlebury village then driving west onto Seymour Street, north on Exchange Street to intersection with Route 7 south around Courthouse Square. Here is located the Addison County Chamber of Commerce where the regional information center is located with available parking. Continue south on Route 7. East on Monroe then backtrack. Turn east on Route 125, north on Route 116, east on Leno Lane. Backtrack to Route 125 and continue east. Turn north on School House Hill Road, east on Forest Ridge Road to Warner Drive. Backtrack to Route 125 and head west to return to Middlebury.
1Frog Hollow Vermont State Craft Center
1 Mill Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-3177 / 802-388-6020 Fax info@froghollow.org
www.froghollow.org
Frog Hollow Vermont State Craft Center is a private, non-profit visual arts organization dedicated to advancing appreciation of fine Vermont craft through education, sales, and exhibition. Its gallery, showroom, clay studio, and classrooms are located in a 19th-century sash and window mill beside Otter Creek falls. The gallery displays ceramics, furniture, jewelry, glass, photography, prints, and an extensive range of other works in wood, metal, clay, and fiber. Frog Hollow also has locations in Burlington and Manchester. Mon.-Thur. 9:30-5:30; Fri. and Sat. 9:30-6; Sun. 11-5.
2Great Falls Fine Art Center
4 Frog Hollow Alley, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-0239
dougtheartist@surfglobal.net
Art Gallery, paintings, prints, sculpture—where 16 artists work. Open year round with rotating exhibits. Hours: 10 am-5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.
3Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History
1 Park Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-2117 / 802-388-2112 Fax
info@henrysheldonmuseum.org
www.henrysheldonmuseum.org
Discover the people, places and stories of Vermont's past at America's oldest community museum. Tour the elegant 1829 Judd-Harris House, built by local marble merchants and filled with 19th century furniture, textiles, paintings and household artifacts. View the current history or art exhibit in the Walter Cerf Gallery, explore local or family history in the extensive Research Center archives and enjoy the Museum gift shop and beautiful gardens.Museum open June-October 7: Tues.-Sat. 10-5 and Sun. 1-5. Fall/Winter/Spring: Tues.-Sat. 10-5.; Research Center open Tues., Wed., Fri. 1-5, Thurs. 1-8 and 1st Sat. of the month 10-2.
4Ilsley Public Library
75 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-4095 / 802-388-4367 Fax
info@ilsleypubliclibrary.org
www.ilsleypubliclibrary.org
Besides a collection of up-to-date books for readers of all ages, the Middlebury library has an extensive collection of audiobooks and DVDs. Downloadable audiobooks. Eighteen databases are accessible electronically 24/7. Free Internet onsite with WiFi. The library collection includes Vermont history, genealogy resources, and books by resident authors. Local artists exhibit their works here. Mon., Wed., Fri. 10-6; Tues., Thurs. 10-8; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 1-4 (Oct-Apr).
5Holy Cow Inc.
44 Main Street / Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-6737 / 802-388-3582 Fax
holycow@sover.net
www.woodyjacksoncows.com
Woody Jackson is best known for the black and white Holstein cows used by Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream, but he also paints oils and watercolors of Vermont barns, fields, and mountains. The gallery and shop features his original paintings and prints, as well as posters and gifts based on his designs. Mon.-Sat. 9-5; Sun., May-Dec. Noon-5.
6Sweet Cecily
42 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-3353
www.sweetcecily.com
A retail store in downtown Middlebury offering gifts for the home. Offering the closest view of the Otter Creek Falls from the back porch—a great photo opportunity! Mon-Sat 10 am-5:30 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm. (Jun-Dec).
7Middlebury Farmers Market
The Marble Works, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-897-7031 or 802-877-2572
With dozens of vendors, the Middlebury Farmers' Market showcases some of the finest local produce, specialty foods and crafts including: vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, cut flowers, artisan breads, maple syrup, honey, eggs, cheeses, juried crafts, goats milk soap, prepared foods, baked goods, and more. Late May-late Oct. Sat., 9-12:30; also open Wed. 9-12:30, mid-June-mid-Oct.
8Danforth Pewterers
52 Seymour Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-0098
info@danforthpewter.com
www.danforthpewter.com
Experience the Danforth Pewter workshop in action! Watch pewter being made and try your hand at pewtersmithing. Explore the 250-year heritage depicted in actual antique pieces made by Fred Danforth's ancestors. Jewelry, home and baby. Mon.-Sat. 10-6; Sun. 11-4. Other store locations include Burlington, Manchester and Quechee Gorge Village.
9Vermont Country Soap
616 Exchange Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-4302
natural@vtsoap.com
www.vtsoap.com
Vermont Soapworks is the largest manufacturer of natural, handmade soaps in the North America. It also produces liquid castile soaps, bath and shower gels, bath salts, and aromatherapy products. All are sold in the on-site Factory Outlet. Visitors may take the "Soap Tour," and view the collection of antique soap memorabilia in the soap museum. 9-5 Mon.-Fri., 10-4 Sat., Closed Sun. between Christmas and Memorial Day.
10Maple Landmark Woodcraft
1297 Exchange Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-0627 / 800-421-4223
802-388-0761 Fax
thefolks@maplelandmark.com
www.maplelandmark.com
Home of the NameTrain, Maple Landmark is one of the largest wooden toy manufacturers in the United States. Large windows allow visitors to view the transformation of native woods, including maple, pine and cherry into fine Vermont products. Call ahead to schedule a factory tour. Retail shop open Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-4, Sun. seasonally Jul-Dec.
11Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op & Café
Washington Street Square, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-7276
The Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op & Café is a full-service natural grocery store, featuring local and organic products. Many of the organic fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses, dairy goods, eggs and meats offered are from producers throughout Vermont. The deli uses many of these products in the making of baked goods, sandwiches, soups and the full salad and hot bar. Eat in the café area or outside in the beautiful community courtyard. Daily, 8 am-7 pm.
12Vermont Folklife Center
88 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-4964 / 802-388-1844 Fax
info@vermontfolklifecenter.org
www.vermontfolklifecenter.org
The Vermont Folklife Center, founded in 1984, is dedicated to preserving and presenting the folkarts and cultural traditions of Vermont and the surrounding region. Through ongoing field research, a multimedia archive and an apprenticeship program, we document and conserve cultural heritage which could easily be lost; through exhibits, media, publication and educational projects, we bring recognition to the skills, talents and traditions of Vermonters, past and present. The Center has made preservation of the spoken word the core of its endeavors, and the VFC archive now comprises over 5,000 taped interviews, which have been transcribed and electronically indexed. Free Admission to Gallery/Shop Monday - Saturday, 10-5.
13Last Green Place Fine Art Gallery
72 Court Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-3131 / 802-388-2478 Fax
lastgreenplace@adelphia.net
www.lastgreenplace.com
Festive yet relaxed gathering place for artists and art enthusiast featuring one-of-a-kind oil paintings in a representational style and wooden gear clock sculptures. June-October Sat 11-6, Sun Noon-5.
14Mimi Love Studio
No longer open to the public
15Gingerbread House Country Store
1124 Route 7 South, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-2427 / 802-388-0396 Fax
www.gingerbreadhousecountrystore.net
Terrific selection of Vermont specialty foods, including maple syrup, candies, and fine chocolates, as well as memorabilia and historical photographs illustrating Vermont's history of maple sugaring. Mon-Sat, 9 am-5 pm.
16Vermont Yarn Company & The Field Farm
2571 Route 7 South, Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-9665 / Fax: 802-388-0577
www.vermontyarnco.com
www.thefieldfarm.com
Find the feel of Vermont as you enter this early 1800s farm house with its full service yarn shop, VT hand dyed fibers and yarns, specialty foods, local produce, crafts and hand-made Westport Chairs. Wed-Sat 10-5.
17Homestead Candle & Wreath Shop
2360 Route 7, Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-1917 Phone/Fax
Beautiful wreaths for year-round enjoyment with a specialization of seasonal holiday wreaths, garlands, and kissing balls are made in the workroom and displayed in the shop that also offers a selection of candles and accessories. The shop also features a lamp repair business. January-April Thurs-Sat 10-5; May-September Tues-Sat 10-5; October-December Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-4.
18Mike Mayone Fine Art
8 Case Street, Route 116, East Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-7401 Phone/Fax info@mikemayone.com
www.mikemayone.com
Original acrylic and oil paintings, prints and cards that capture the essence of Vermont in beautiful detail and realism. Although Mike's artwork is available in many pelaces, only at his studio will you find his complete selection of lithographs, giclees, posters, and fine art note cards. You're invited to view him working on originals, chat and browse...by appointment or chance (a call ahead is appreciated).
19Edward L. Allen, Furnituremaker
6 South Leno Lane, Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-9274 edwardallen51@gmail.com
Ed Allen makes high quality hardwood furniture in the Shaker style. This small shop and showroom is where visitors will see the process of furniture being made with finished pieces displayed. Custom orders are welcomed. Fri, Sat 9 am-4:30 pm and by appointment or by chance.
20Tom Homann Pottery
3 Warner Drive, East Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-1072
While mostly wholesaling to shops and galleries Tom does maintain a showroom for visitors to the studio. Close to town, the studio is situated on a private cul-de-sac surrounded by a forest making this a tranquil sitting perfect for creating art. Open most weekdays and weekends. Best to call ahead.
21East Middlebury Historical Society
Sarah Partridge Community House
431 East Main Street, East Middlebury, VT 05740
802-388-7588
pjpvt@yahoo.com
Changing exhibits on the history of East Middlebury are shown in the Community House. Tuesday, 10-1, Thursday, 3-7 and Saturday,10-1.
22Middlebury College Museum of Art
Center for the Arts, Route 30, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-443-5235 / 802-443-2069 Fax
www.middlebury.edu/museum
This museum is housed in the Middlebury College Center for the Arts, a visual and performing arts center. It offers a distinguished collection of ancient and Asian art, 17th-19th century European and American paintings and sculpture, and contemporary photography and prints. Tours, Gallery talks, café, bookshop. Tues.-Fri. 10-5; Sat. and Sun. Noon-5.
23Crystal Pottery
1024 Route 30, Middlebury, VT 05753
802-462-2842 / 802-462-2842 Fax
anncrystal4@yahoo.com
www.robertcrystalpottery.com
Here is an opportunity to experience and learn about fine American craft. Since 1970, Bob Crystal has gained a national reputation for making, exhibiting and selling his functional and beautiful pottery. By appointment.
24Timothy Fisher Gallery
727 Fisher Road, Cornwall, VT 05753
802-462-2509
timothyfisher@shoreham.net
www.timothyfishergallery.com
Gallery displaying mixed media paintings and carved wood sculptures. Gallery, merry-go-round, house and gardens all constructed by the artist are found in this idyllic location. The gallery is open by appointment most times except January and February. Open Saturdays 10pm-2pm May to November and by appointment. Please phone ahead before dropping by.
25Williams Farms VT
5283 Route 30, Cornwall, VT 05753
802-462-2470, 877-456-1788 (outside VT)
lucillew@shoreham.net
www.blueribbonvtmaple.com
This maple syrup producer has been producing award-winning maple syrup for over 25 years. Homemade maple fudge, cream, cakes, Indian sugar, and maple coated walnuts are also available in their shop and through a mail order business. Open most mornings 10 am-1 pm except Wed and Sat, or by appointment.
26Maple Hill Country Store
5129 Route 30, Cornwall, VT 05753
802-462-2988
benjaminiocco.com
Maple Hill is a diversified family business featuring: The Iocco Brothers Art Studio; The Carpenters Garden outdoor furniture, custom arbors and birdhouses; plus simple handmade quilts, seasonal gifts, produce and fresh home grown eggs. Look for son's, Benjamin, artwork at the Brandon Artist Guild. Hours generally: Spring through Dec., Mon.-Sat. 9-5 (except mid-May to mid-Dec where they are at the Brandon and Middlebury Farmers Markets on sunny Fri. and Sat.) Winter Hours: "if haply you should find us..." Or call ahead.
27Moonlit Alpacas
2170 Route 125, Cornwall, VT 05753
800-970-2170 / 802-462-3510
www.moonlitalpacas.com
Working Alpaca Farm and Store. Visit to learn about this gentle animal from South America. Will provide demonstrations—working with fiber; animal husbandry, etc., with advance scheduling. Products available are made from Alpaca—yarn, sweaters, throws, slippers, Teddy Bears. Guest can interact with the animals: Alpacas, mini-horses, angora rabbits, mini-donkeys. Moonlit Alpacas offers an insiders view of a working alpaca farm. Wed-Sun 10 am-4 pm.
28Monument Farms Dairy
2107 James Road, Weybridge, VT 05753
802-545-2119
Monument Farms, one of only two milk producer-handlers remaining in Vermont, is a family operation. On Tuesday and Thursday mornings, visitors may tour the plant to learn about milk processing and packaging. Monument Farms dairy products are available here and at many locations throughout the area. Store open Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30.
29Shooting Star Flowers
291 Sheep Farm Road, Weybridge, VT 05753
802-545-2029
Unique and unusual hand-crafted garden and kitchen related items are found in this colorful spot. Also whimsical woodwork, furniture, garden crafts and cut flower farm. Thurs. 9-6, or by chance or by appointment.
30UVM Morgan Horse Farm
74 Battell Drive, Weybridge, VT 05753
802-388-2011 / 802-388-0844 Fax
uvm.morgans@uvm.edu
www.uvm.edu/morgan
The Morgan horse is Vermont's state animal, and the state's first breed of horse. Its lineage is traced to "Figure," a stallion brought to Vermont in 1789 by Justin Morgan, a teacher from Randolph. Morgans were ridden to California during the Gold Rush and used by the Vermont Calvary and Confederate General Stonewall Jackson in the Civil War. They provided public transport in American cities. In the last decades of the 1800s, several Addison County farms were recognized for their Morgans. Among them was Joseph Battell's Bread Loaf Farm in Weybridge. Joseph Battell established this farm for breeding Morgan horses in the 1870s. Following a 1905 Act of Congress to establish a farm where the Morgan would be perpetuated, he deeded his property to the U.S. Government. The University of Vermont has owned the farm, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, since 1951. The time honored tradition of raising, training, and selling Morgans continues today. Tour the barns, watch training, and view horses in the pastures. May 1-Oct. 31, daily 9-4.30
Shard Villa, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is an imposing French Second Empire style stone mansion. Built between 1872 and 1874 for Columbus Smith, a successful international attorney, its interior features local and exotic woods, and colorful wall murals by Italian artist Silvio Pezzoli. Robert Morris Copeland, an English landscape architect, designed the beautiful grounds, including the serpentine stonewalls. Tours July 4 through mid-Oct. Sun. at 2 and 3.
Shard Villa
1177 Shard Villa Road, Salisbury, VT 05769
802-352-4369
