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Things to do in Bennington VT

Hi ladies...

DH and I were thinking of taking my parents to Bennington VT over the holiday weekend (on Friday) for something to do.  We have driven there once, but didn't do anything.  (We went for a fall drive and ended up there.  LOL!)  Anyway, if you have been there and have ideas of things to do / see, please post them!

TIA!

Re: Things to do in Bennington VT

  • While I DO agree with drinking beers at the brew pub (and perhaps lunch there- they have really good food,) there's a really cute craft/jewelry/unique shop called "Hawkin's House" which always has some neat things to look at, walking Main Street there's several other crafty, art, and jewelry shops to walk through. You'll also want to check out the Bennington Battle Monument, and if you can tour the Old First Church (and tour the cemetery) I'd recommend it- I didn't do THAT until my 10 visit or so, and wish I had earlier. If you like historic houses- there's Park-McCoullough house to tour in Bennington, and Hildene- Robert Todd Lincoln's house is in Manchester (about 20-25 mins away) is DEFINITELY worth the drive. Manchester also has tons of Outlet shopping set throughout the town. If you want a fine dining experience for dinnner- I'd recommend The Four Chimneys in Bennington- you can't miss it. My FAVORITE B&B!
  • Thanks, Robin!  You are the best!  You always know about everything.  It's so awesome.  Hopefully the forecast will improve... right now it's cold rain, which could stink for walking around.  Thanks again!
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    Thanks, Robin!  You are the best!  You always know about everything.  It's so awesome.  Hopefully the forecast will improve... right now it's cold rain, which could stink for walking around.  Thanks again!

    HT and I go to Bennington about 5X/year- so it's our stomping grounds. Glad I could help. If it's crappy out- I'd say hit Hawkin's House, then tour something like the church or Park-McCoullough (I forgot the Bennington Museum is there too, but i haven't been there in 15+ years b/c HT isn't into art) Grab a bite at the Brew Pub and maybe head up to Manchester to see Hildene- it is worth the drive. All of the above things are indoors.

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