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Bennington Museum, Bennington, VT

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Bennington Museum

A Bennington, Vermont museum holding art and history collections centered on the local region.

75 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201 · Bennington, VT

About Bennington Museum

The museum gathers art and historical objects tied to Bennington and the surrounding area of Vermont. Visitors can explore special exhibitions and the permanent collection, and the museum also runs programs, workshops, concerts, and lectures for all ages. A regional history room and a walking trail are also part of the site, and the museum shop sells Vermont crafts and exhibit-related gifts.

  • #art
  • #regional history
  • #Vermont
  • #accredited museum
  • #special exhibitions

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