Montpelier History Hunt
All the structures in this History Hunt are still standing in the city of Montpelier, but they may not be in the same location or look the same today. Head outside and see if you can find them.
Come to the talk at 6:30 on November 9th at North Branch Nature Center or check back here in mid-November for the answers and more about Montpelier history!
Created by Paul Carnahan
All photographs courtesy of Vermont Historical Society, 60 Washington St., Barre, Vermont
1) L.A. Flint Groceries is no longer in business, but this building still stands downtown. Where is this storefront located?
2) This building was constructed in 1874. It is still standing but looks very different today.
Where is it?
3) The building on the right with the prominent front door is no longer in this location on Main Street. Where is it now?
4) This building is shown at its original location on State Street. Where is it now?
5) Where in the city of Montpelier is this genteel street located? (Hint: Three of the buildings in this photograph are still standing; one is gone.)
6) What was this building used for and where is it located?
7) What was this building used for and where is it located?
8) This bridge was built after the 1927 flood. Where is it?
9) This building was at the heart of one of Montpelier’s most successful industrial enterprises. Where is it?
10) The cute little gas station in the upper right corner of this photograph still exists. Where is it?
11) This intriguing gas station also still exists. Where is it?
Come to the talk at 6:30 on November 9th at North Branch Nature Center for the answers, or check back here in mid-November.
All photographs courtesy of Vermont Historical Society, 60 Washington St., Barre, Vermont
713 Elm Street
Montpelier, Vermont 05602
(802) 229-6206
Hours: Center Open Monday-Friday 9-4
Trails Open 24/7
