Arts & Culture

Catamount Arts – St. Johnsbury, VT

Catamount Arts offers foreign, independent, and classic films as well as local and regional art exhibitions, live performances, and children’s programming.

Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium – St. Johnsbury, VT

A visit to the Fairbanks Museum inspires wonder and curiosity about our natural world. Explore an eclectic collection of animals and artifacts, shells and fossils, meteorites and meteorology, plus much more! Home to the Eye on the Sky Weather Center and the Lyman Spitzer Jr. Planetarium, Vermont’s only public planetarium.

Dog Mountain – St. Johnsbury, VT

Fun for you and the pup! Set on 150 acres of private mountaintop land, Dog Mountain is home to the Stephen Huneck Art Gallery, year-round hiking trails, a dog pond, and the infamous Dog Chapel. Visit their website for a schedule of ongoing summer events.

St. Johnsbury Athenaeum – St. Johnsbury, VT

There’s much to see at St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, founded in 1871 and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1998. Explore the art gallery, library, or attend an event. The St. Johnsbury Athenaeum also contains the oldest unaltered art gallery in the United States which displays Albert Bierstadt’s masterpiece, “The Domes of Yosemite.”

St. Johnsbury History & Heritage Museum – St. Johnsbury, VT

Discover the history of St. Johnsbury. Explore collections and programs that interpret the town’s 300+ years of history and tradition.

Backroom Gallery at Artisan Guild – St. Johnsbury, VT

See Vermont’s talented artists at work at the Backroom Gallery. Shop and explore special exhibitions, attend an opening reception, and celebrate Vermont’s creativity.

Satellite Gallery & Community Space – Lyndonville, VT

Opened 2019 with the help from a KTA Community grant and support from NVU-Lyndon, the Satellite Gallery was designed as a community and event space that would enhance the creative economy of the NEK and provide some artistic projects to benefit all. Stop in for its monthly shows to see what it’s all about.

Hard-Pressed Community Printshop – West Danville, VT

Founded with a focus on hands-on creativity, this community printshop was created as a welcoming space for artists and neighbors to explore printmaking, share skills, and make art together! Drop by to see workshops, projects, and the creative energy in action.

The Civic Standard – Hardwick, VT

The Civic Standard is a hub where community life, ideas, and culture come together. Stop by for talks, performances, and local projects that make the space a true centerpiece of Hardwick life.

Columbia Covered Bridge – Lemington, VT

Built in 1912, this historic “Howe truss” style bridge spans 145 feet of the Connecticut River from Columbia, NH to Lemington, VT.

lunenburg old home day – Lunenburg, VT

Don't let the name of this annual event fool you! This is a celebration of the history and traditions of a small Vermont town. Check out the parade, games, children's activities, live music, food, demonstrations, and more!

Mount Orne Covered Bridge – Lunenburg, VT

This historic bridge spans 266 feet of the Connecticut River from Lancaster, NH to Lunenburg, VT.

Memphremagog Arts Collaborative – Newport, VT

The Memphremagog Arts Collaborative (MAC) exists to nurture the community’s understanding, appreciation and support of the arts, cultural heritage, and humanities. The MAC Center for the Arts Gallery hosts 40+ local VT artists and handcrafting members and hosts various events, workshops, lectures, and classes in downtown Newport.

Rural Arts Collaborative – Greensboro, VT

The Rural Arts Collaborative in Greensboro, Vermont, is a vibrant community hub that nurtures creativity, supports local artists, and brings diverse performances and workshops to the heart of the Northeast Kingdom.

Bread and Puppet Museum & Theatre – Glover, VT

Founded in 1962, Bread and Puppet is one of the oldest nonprofit, political theatre companies in the US. Founder Peter Shumann has brought his larger-than-life collection to the Northeast Kingdom, where you can explore for free. Step into history and a 140-year-old barn filled with puppets, masks, and more. Make sure to check out their summer show schedule!|

Haskell Free LIbrary & opera house – Derby Line, VT

Infamous as the library (literally) on the border of US and Canada, the Haskell Free Library and Opera House is a historic gem and a cultural cornerstone of the NEK. Since its opening in the early 20th century, it has hosted a wide array of performances from theatrical productions and concerts to community gatherings, bringing art and entertainment to both local residents and visitors from both sides of the border.

Highland Center for the Arts – Greensboro, VT

The Highland Center for the Arts offers a year-round schedule of performances, including dance, theater, and music, as well as an art gallery featuring local and regional artists and cafe.

Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village – Brownington, VT

Explore the history of Northern Vermont at the Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village. Browse collections and exhibits with more than 75,000 objects and artifacts or attend an event or educational program. Popular stops while visiting include Vermont’s African American Heritage Trail