Bennington

Bennington is a small town in southern Vermont that serves as the administrative center of Bennington County and stretches along the Walloomsac River. The town sits at an elevation of around 249 meters and combines residential neighborhoods with a compact center filled with shops and services.

The Battle of Bennington in August 1777 resulted in a major defeat of German mercenaries fighting for the British Army by militia forces from New Hampshire and Vermont. This victory helped halt the British offensive in the Hudson Valley and influenced the course of the Revolutionary War.

The Bennington Museum houses a significant collection of works by folk artist Grandma Moses, who spent her later career in the region. Visitors can walk through galleries displaying local craft traditions and historical objects from several centuries.

The town center offers access to cafes, shops, and medical facilities that cover daily needs. The regional airport lies a few kilometers outside and connects the area with other parts of New England.

The Bennington Battle Monument was completed in 1891 and rises to a height of about 93 meters above the town, making it the tallest structure in all of Vermont. Visitors can use an elevator to reach the observation platform and look out over the surrounding hills and valleys.

Location: Bennington County

Inception: January 3, 1749

Elevation above the sea: 249 m

Website: http://bennington.com

GPS coordinates: 42.88520,-73.21319

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:28