Mud Dance: At Home in the Stream
After the 2023 flood waters receded from the banks of the Ottauquechee, Judith Taylor explored the ruined fields along the river and what had been the Ottauquechee River Trail covered with debris. From the mud and rubble, Judith unearthed rusted artifacts and fragments of glass, pottery, wood and brick, with which she constructed sculptures that bear witness to the impact of the flood.
A Tale of Ancient Volcanoes and Oceans
Much of the bedrock foundation of Vermont was formed hundreds of millions of years ago when Vermont was covered by an ocean, and volcanoes erupted in spectacular fashion on islands in that ocean. Dr. Ray Coish will discuss this ancient history and answer any other burning geological questions you may have.
Documentary: Life in Windsor County
Join us for a showing of the documentary Life in Windsor County. This film was created by Johnson State College students, Professor Bill Doyle, and Vince Franke of Peregrine Productions, LLC. It features over 200 historic images and covers topics ranging from Windsor County’s earliest settlers to stories of what life was like in the early 1900s.
Woodstock Through the Cinematographer's Lens
Join us to see clips and discuss some of the movies and advertisements that were filmed in the Woodstock area.
Historic Slideshow: From the Old Woolen Mill to Luke's House
Join us for a slideshow of rarely-seen historic images. This slideshow will begin with photos of the Old Woolen Mill (present-day Recreation Center) and then lead guests over Rose Hill, past the King Farm and cemeteries, to Lute Raymond's house on "the Flats."
Historic Photos & Munchies: Unforgettable People of Woodstock
Join us to view a slideshow of a few of Woodstock’s many unforgettable people.
Holiday Ornament Workshop
Come make festive holiday ornaments out of metal, as well as an old-fashioned holiday “cracker.”
Victorian-Style Ornament Workshop
Come make a Victorian-style ornament with fabric, faux pearls, beads, and fancy trims.
Halloween Party
Join us for a Halloween Party with crafts, games, a gourd hunt and more.
Woodstock Walking Tour: River Street (East End)
To learn more about the history of River Street, please join us for a walking tour that will start at the Elm Street Bridge and go as far as the Middle Bridge and back.
Woodstock Walking Tour: River Street (East End)
To learn more about the history of River Street, please join us for a walking tour that will start at the Elm Street Bridge and go as far as the Middle Bridge and back.
Woodstock Walking Tour: River Street (East End)
To learn more about the history of River Street, please join us for a walking tour that will start at the Elm Street Bridge and go as far as the Middle Bridge and back.
Woodstock Walking Tour: River Street (East End)
To learn more about the history of River Street, please join us for a walking tour that will start at the Elm Street Bridge and go as far as the Middle Bridge and back.
Woodstock Walking Tour: River Street (East End)
To learn more about the history of River Street, please join us for a walking tour that will start at the Elm Street Bridge and go as far as the Middle Bridge and back.
Event: 80th Anniversary
This event is by invitation only.
In 1943, the Woodstock Historical Society was formed with the goal of preserving and sharing the area's history. Over the past eighty years, the Woodstock Historical Society went through numerous changes, including a name change to the Woodstock History Center; however, its commitment toward preserving the area's history has remained the same.
In 2023, the Woodstock History Center will host a special exhibit and a special anniversary event in September. We appreciate the support and interest of our members and the community over the past eight decades that have enabled our organization to pursue its mission, and we look forward to continuing with this mission for years to come.
Old-Time Fair
Come enjoy some family fun at the Woodstock History Center’s Old Time Fair. Activities will include games, a magician, face painting, crafts, food, and live music. Admission, food, and games are just 25 cents each.
250 Years of Amazing Grace: First Congregational Church of Woodstock
Preston Bristow will present a slideshow featuring historic photos and fun facts that trace the history of the First Congregational Church of Woodstock from its first gathering 250 years ago.
Village Walking Tours: A Child's Woodstock
This walking tour series will focus on sites in Woodstock Village that were important to children during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Village Walking Tours: A Child's Woodstock
This walking tour series will focus on sites in Woodstock Village that were important to children during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Village Walking Tours: A Child's Woodstock
This walking tour series will focus on sites in Woodstock Village that were important to children during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Children's Activity Tent: Market on the Green
Come by and see us for our second year at the Market on the Green. Each Wednesday, we provide a new children's activity so you can enjoy the market and friends while the kids play. Activities this year will include: decorating fans, rock art, puzzle making, clay play, and decorating glider birds. Sponsored by the LISWHIT Foundation.
Village Walking Tours: A Child's Woodstock
This walking tour series will focus on sites in Woodstock Village that were important to children during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Children's Activity Tent: Market on the Green
Come by and see us for our second year at the Market on the Green. Each Wednesday, we provide a new children's activity so you can enjoy the market and friends while the kids play. Activities this year will include: decorating fans, rock art, puzzle making, clay play, and decorating glider birds. Sponsored by the LISWHIT Foundation.
Children's Activity Tent: Market on the Green
Come by and see us for our second year at the Market on the Green. Each Wednesday, we provide a new children's activity so you can enjoy the market and friends while the kids play. Activities this year will include: decorating fans, rock art, puzzle making, clay play, and decorating glider birds. Sponsored by the LISWHIT Foundation.
Village Walking Tours: A Child's Woodstock
This walking tour series will focus on sites in Woodstock Village that were important to children during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Children's Activity Tent: Market on the Green
Come by and see us for our second year at the Market on the Green. Each Wednesday, we provide a new children's activity so you can enjoy the market and friends while the kids play. Activities this year will include: decorating fans, rock art, puzzle making, clay play, and decorating glider birds. Sponsored by the LISWHIT Foundation.
Children's Activity Tent: Market on the Green
Come by and see us for our second year at the Market on the Green. Each Wednesday, we provide a new children's activity so you can enjoy the market and friends while the kids play. Activities this year will include: decorating fans, rock art, puzzle making, clay play, and decorating glider birds. Sponsored by the LISWHIT Foundation.
Children's Activity Tent: Market on the Green
Come by and see us for our second year at the Market on the Green. Each Wednesday, we provide a new children's activity so you can enjoy the market and friends while the kids play. Activities this year will include: decorating fans, rock art, puzzle making, clay play, and decorating glider birds. Sponsored by the LISWHIT Foundation.
Green Mountain Perkins Academy
Opening Day at the Academy. Strawberry Shortcake served at 3:30. Old-Time Toys and Corn Husk Doll Making. The Newmont Military Band will play at 4:00.