Randolph Center Historic District

Randolph Center Historic District is a residential area along Main Street with Federal and Greek Revival houses built from wood and brick. The street maintains its original appearance with individual homes, a church, and small commercial buildings that together create the image of an early settlement.

The area was founded in 1783 as the center of the town of Randolph and was long an important stop for stagecoaches traveling between Boston and Montreal. When the railroad was built later, economic activity shifted elsewhere, but this original settlement place remained intact.

The buildings show the craftsmanship of local builders from the 18th and 19th centuries who created practical and well-made homes for their community. You can still see how families lived and worked in these spaces, especially in the smaller houses with their modest rooms and cooking areas.

The district is located near the Vermont State University campus and can be easily explored on foot, as the buildings are arranged along Main Street. The best time to visit is during good weather, when the architectural details are clearly visible.

The Congregational Church from 1798 was redesigned in 1838 and acquired Greek and Gothic features, showing how buildings adapted their architecture over time. This makes it a rare blend of two different styles in a single structure.

Location: Randolph

GPS coordinates: 43.93833,-72.61278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03