Old Stone House Museum
Old Stone House Museum, African-American heritage museum in Brownington, Vermont
The Old Stone House Museum spans four floors with twenty-two exhibit rooms showcasing the Vermont frontier life and local history collections.
Alexander Twilight, the first African-American college graduate in the United States, constructed this granite building in 1836 as a student dormitory.
The museum presents exhibits about Orleans County development through artifacts, documents, and educational programs focusing on regional transformation.
Visitors can explore the museum from May to October, with guided tours available on weekends and special arrangements for group visits.
The Orleans County Historical Society saved this Greek Revival structure from demolition in 1918 by purchasing it for 500 dollars.
Location: Brownington
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
Part of: Brownington Village Historic District
Website: https://oldstonehousemuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 44.83570,-72.16630
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:55
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