Beautiful quiet grounds that give you a lovely vista to look at as well as a piece of North…read moreAmerican history. Lots of grass to have a picnic or hang around in with a beautiful view of the lake and that gorgeous bridge. Free parking. I didn't check out the fort, just the grounds and the views as a break after a few hours of driving and it's totally worth the small detour.

A beautiful piece of history to see…read more.. Well maintained. Located right on the shore of Lake Champlain and right by the lighthouse. There's a museum inside. The museum cost money, but the site is free. There are bathrooms outside, but they are only open during office hours. The site is still open to see after hours, until dusk. There's a pavilion, tables and grills. There's a parking lot structure. The museum is wheel chair accessible, the site is all grass. You can see the champlain bridge from here and there's also a restaurant right over there bridge.

One of the larger and more impressive Civil War Monuments, this one simply says "Middlebury, To Her…read moreSoldiers." The monument depicts a soldier in Civil War uniform grasping a flag and standing atop a multi-layered granite pedestal. Figures depicting an artilleryman, a cavalryman, a marine, and an infantryman stand at the four corners of the pedestal's central section. The granite is from the Barre VT quarry and it stands 32 feet tall. [Review 18489 overall - 88 in Vermont - 2011 of 2022.]

Behind the shops on Main Street in Depot Square, this monument is to the first Boy Scout Troop in…read moreAmerica. Everything has to be first somewhere and this first is in Barre (pronounced like "berry") next to the former railroad depot. It is only about 8 feet tall including the base. The monument has the Boy Scouts fleur-de-lis on one side. The north side reads, "In 1909, Barre stonecutter and Scottish Immigrant William Foster Milne founded America's first boy scout troop with materials shipped directly from Europe's fledgling Boy Scout movement." "In the basement of the Baptist Church, he taught us the meaning of citizenship, patriotism, moral conduct and the proper attitude toward others" (Governor Deane C. Davis)" On the south side, "In the mid-1800's the booming granite industry brought waves of immigrants to Barre from neighboring Canada and across Europe, making it one of the state's most diversely populated cities. The beauty of "Barre Grey" granite and the craftsmanship of the city's stoneworkers earned the city the title of "Granite Center of the World"" And on the east side, "Carlo Abate was born in Italy and immigrated to America in 1896. A talented stone artist, he founded the Barre Evening Drawing School in 1911 and taught everything from freehand drawing to monument drafting. A world-renowned sculptor, his contributions to Barre include the figures at the entrance to Hope Cemetery and the concept for this monument." The monument was erected in 2018. There is metered parking. Check the signs for enforcement times. [Review 1666 of 2024 - 154 in Vermont - 22689 overall]

The obelisk at the center of the square opposite Plattsburgh City Hall is the 135-foot-tall (41 m)…read moreMacdonough Monument that honors the victory of American soldiers and sailors in the Battle of Plattsburgh, also known as the Battle of Lake Champlain. It was the end of the final British invasion of the War of 1812 and it took place in September 1914. Lieutenant (later Commodore) Thomas Macdonough, commanding the American naval forces on the Lake, established a secure base at Otter Creek (Vermont), and constructed several gunboats. Among them, the USS Eagle, USS Saratoga, the USS Ticonderoga and the USS Preble. The British were able to construct the HMS Confiance along with the gunboats Chubb, Linnet and Finch. Many of the British dead, not including the officers, were buried in an unmarked mass grave on nearby Crab Island, the site of the military hospital during the battle, where they remain today. On a normal day, the monument is open and can be climbed. There are 156 steps to the top and a 360 degree view. [Review 1611 of 2024 - 524 in New York - 22634 overall]

Greenmount Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in the city, overlooking Winooski from Colchester Hill…read more There are 1000 interments and includes the earliest record of internment in Burlington, which dates back to November of 1763. This historic municipal cemetery contains the final resting place for Ethan Allen and a number of his family members. You can't miss it - the cemetery's most prominent feature is the Ethan Allen monument. No, not the furniture guy. Ethan Allen was a prominent figure of the Revolutionary War and founder of the State of Vermont. You will also find a number of prominent Burlington figures, Revolutionary War veterans, Civil War veterans, past Vermont Senators, and many early professors at the University of Vermont. When I arrived, the cemetery was gated off from driving. It's a pleasant walk and there are a few places to sit and appreciate the peace. The cemetery is no longer accepting new burials. [Review 1640 of 2024 - 129 in Vermont - 22663 overall]

The river makes a little curve here where the road goes straight and the Notch House was located…read morehere. It was a welcome stop over for travelers from Wilmington to Lake Placid at the turn of the century. The house is long gone but the pull out remains and commemorative plaques have been placed here which honor the New York state Conservation Corps. Since you're already parked to check out the markers, wander a little. The West Branch of the Ausable River is here and Monument Falls is nearby. Well worth checking out. "This tablet commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of conservation in New York State. On May 15, 1885 Governor David B. Hill signed the law establishing the Forest Preserve. The surrounding mountains, streams and woodlands have been acquired for the free use of all the people of the State and are maintained as wild forest land for the enjoyment of future generations." And "This tablet commemorates the one hundredth anniversary of New York State's Forest Preserve. The surrounding mountains, streams and woodlands remain a legacy from the past protected by the Constitution of New York State. They represent a heritage for future generations." [Review 1594 of 2024 - 508 in New York - 22617 overall]

A very impressive location with panoramic views of the countryside. It's a very befitting place.read more

The Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery, located in Randolph Center, is a State run and operated…read morecemetery. This cemetery is an eternal resting place for veterans, their spouses, and some dependents. When you first drive into the cemetery, you are greeted with a beautiful monument area with the US Flag. The cemetery is broken up in sections and each section has a beautiful view of the scenery of Vermont. At the top of the hill is a beautiful view of the cemetery, picture included. Here you will find a chapel with a dedication sign (also included here), that can be used for services. Veterans interred at the cemetery receive perpetual care for their lot, including a marker and funeral honors free of charge. This is typical for most veteran cemeteries. However, at the VT Veterans Memorial Cemetery, spouses and dependents interred receive the same perpetual care and a marker for a small fee. Not common at other veteran cemeteries is the option to have your own stone. This cemetery allows for that option and also has a section for commercial purchased monuments and these purchases are made by the veteran or their family. Space is available for either casketed and cremated remains. Also located on the grounds is a beautiful memorial garden that provides a memorial stone for those veterans who are buried at sea or scattered. The cemetery provides simply a beautiful resting place with the beautiful scenery of Vermont in all directions. Certainly a recommendation of mine for any veteran.

Vermont's most peaceful spot: stunning grounds, drive into forest for more history. Friendly staff…read moreshared Joseph Smith's upbringing story. Ideal for history, quiet reflection, nature's beauty.

I'm not an LDS member and I don't know a whole lot about their Church, but I was passing through…read moreand decided that I'd like to see the largest polished granite shaft in the world. So here it is, a total of 50 feet tall with the stone obelisk itself at 38.5 feet (one for each year of Smith's life). It is a beautiful facility and the stone itself is impressive. The center is quiet and peaceful and a lovely tribute to the founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There is also a full visitors' center here and a meeting house. Admission to the center and tours of the memorial site are free.