This is a gorgeous library with wonderful vibes and study spaces. It is a historic building filled…read morewith statues, artwork, and photography surrounding the rows of books. The periodicals are in the lobby and help provide a chill coffee shop atmosphere.

This is a wonderful informative respite from the nonstop most of us find ourselves daily. It is…read moreboth a look back with its cared-for fine exterior and very impressive interior architecture. The craved wood staircases, the built for the ages book coves, and the wooden floors that seem to speak. But the library has two other wonderful surprises. The up-to-date collection of books, magazines, and other publications. The locals must love this place as I, a visitor, immediately loved it. Last but not least is the Art collection. The Library itself has several well-placed paintings that blend in with the furniture and neighboring books. The separate Art collection, in a separate climate-controlled room, was a wonderful well-thought-out collection of masterpieces. As a frequent art museum visitor, especially in my hometown of Houston Texas, I was surprised to find the same artist's work here in St Johnsbury as in the art museum in the 4th largest city, especially in the U.S. The Athenarum's stated mission "is to promote life-long learning through art, literature and information services, and to preserve its National Historic Landmark building, art collection, and furnishings." It certainly accomplishes that and so much more. Congratulations! Ed Davis 7/6/24

A wonderful find on a summer night while coming to see some live music on the adjacent property…read more What a unique and incredibly special space, even more so for dog lovers like us. Beautiful tribute, so many photos and sentimental notes. How great would it be to live in a world filled with only pet lovers !! If you are in the area, it is worth a visit. We came from NH and it was a nice ride, enjoyed our time here.

If you have a dog, have ever loved a dog, or have ever had to say goodbye to your soul dog, you…read moreneed to visit Dog Mountain. Dog mountain sits on over 100 beautiful acres overlooking the Vermont hills. The open fields, ponds and walking trails are made for dogs to explore freely and watching the dogs run across the grass with pure joy feels like a part of the art itself. You can really feel the love here. We arrived midday and I had intended to view the chapel and then take my dog hiking on the grounds, but I ended up spending so much time in the chapel that it was close to sunset by the time we left. From the outside, the chapel is simple and charming, but inside it absolutely overwhelmed me. The walls are completely covered in handwritten notes, photos, drawings, and memorials left by people honoring the dogs that they've loved and lost. I spent over an hour inside reading story after story. I smiled at the sweet memories and cried at many of the goodbyes. I sat in the pew with my sweet dog on my lap and felt the weight and beauty of how much these animals mean to us. Afterwards, and we headed back outside and met a few new dog friends. Then we headed to the gift shop and gallery. The space is full of Stephen Huneck's work, including prints and wood carvings and tons of other stuff like dog accessories, plushies and even furniture. The woman who works in the gift shop was warm and welcoming and absolutely loved the sweater that our fur baby head on. It said "Obedience School Drop-Out". She must have taken a dozen photos of it and she was giggling the whole time. It was so sweet. She was also kind enough to introduce us to Sally, the great-granddaughter of the original Sally the black lab that is the inspiration of much of Huneck's work. She was such a sweet girl and I was so excited to get a photo of our two beautiful black doggies together. (Below) It was so nice to spend time in a place that is so devoted to celebrating dogs. The love here is tangible and we really enjoyed our afternoon in this place. We picked up some treats for our dog and a few souvenirs and headed out just as the sun was setting. This is a magical place and I left feeling very grateful. Grateful for my dog, grateful to have shared in the experience of all those who who left a piece of themselves here and grateful to have had the opportunity to spend time in a place like this that honors dogs so beautifully.

Catamount Arts is a wonderfully beautiful addition to downtown St.johnsbury Vermont, from final…read moreFridays to Dog Mountain on Sundays and all the wonderful art expos that Catamount puts on I am blessed to have such a beautiful and wonderful addition to our growing and beautiful town. Thank you Catamount Arts Craig Merchant and Galaxy-Star

A consistent provider of family friendly entertainment and arts in the NEK. I support in any way I…read morecan. I'm thankful to have curators of such culture in this area.

Fun selection and variety of homemade, local stuff. Pottery, jewelry, paintings, cards, socks,…read morecutting boards, mobiles, baby stuff, body care products up the wazoo, some chocolates, small selection of food goods. Not the most creative or funky vibe, but I think it probably suits a mainstream tourist population just fine. I bought 2 funky and beautiful bracelets made by local artists, scoped out some adorable blue-with-stars pottery, bought a lovely card for my mama. I sampled some wonderful hand lotion and bought my kids some lip balm and caramels. Prices were reasonable and it was easy to move around the store. I liked the kitchen area--very pleasant and clean. Worth a stop for sure. Support local artists and local economy without breaking the bank.

If I could give this place 10 glittery golden (or red, as the case may be) stars, I would. The…read moreservice provided here was beyond what I expected for a Tuesday evening drive by, whilst I was looking for the perfect present. If you ever need a gift for a hard to shop for individual, this is your place. They're guaranteed to have something to fit your needs and price-point. Go. Now. (You won't be disappointed.)

I have asked Sharon to help me with numerous framing projects and I'm delighted with her work. She…read morelistens well and knows how to guide customers when they are looking for her input regarding color and size of mats or type of frame. I think her prices are very fair and highly recommend that others use her shop as their first choice for any framing project.

Framing Format is the only framing facility I will ever use. Sharon, the proprietor, carefully…read more listens to her customers and guides in a strategic manner in making important decisions regarding framing and the best matting to compliment one's art. I have had many items framed at Framing Format through the years and have always been pleased with her work. I highly recommend Sharon's work to anyone interested in professional framing.

For over the last 15 years I have slowly purchased pieces of their signature bubble glassware…read more Candlestick holders, tumblers, wine glasses, and cocktail glasses. The pieces are unique, classy, and functional on all levels. Amazing husband and wife team, Harry and Wendy Besett who have dedicated their lives to creating unique and high quality glass art and household stemware among many other pieces. The pieces are individually made upon order and each piece is truly unique. In addition, each piece is signed by Harry Besett. Since I do not live in Vermont, I email when I want to purchase items and they facilitate the transaction and carefully mail the pieces to me. They also show their work at their gallery and at art shows in multiple states! True treasures!

Dog Mountain was one of the highlights of our recent 12-day New England road trip, and in fact, it…read morebecame our No. 2 favorite destination, and only surpassed by Acadia National Park in the No. 1 position. If you are a dog lover and/or dog owner, this is a place for you. First, you can bring your dog(s), on a leash or without, and let them run free (except in the gift shop... there, they must be on a leash)... but outside where the air is so fresh, the terrain is beyond beautiful, they can run around to their hearts' content. In addition to the breathtaking grounds, there is also an exceptional gift shop filled with all kinds of things from clothing to furniture and everything in between... all about dogs and all designed by Stephen Huneck, the creator and owner of Dog Mountain. In addition to this great gift shop is a Dog Chapel, also created by Mr. Huneck. It is a very beautiful, spiritual homage to dogs... a place where people of all faiths and walks of life can gather to reflect on the love of their dog(s)... living or departed. When I say there were THOUSANDS of post-it notes and pictures of dogs, I think I may be way off... maybe MILLIONS, plastered on all of the walls of the interior of the chapel. Truly amazing and inspiring. I felt bad because I didn't realize we could bring our own photos to affix, but maybe if we ever return, I certainly will bring some. I did, however, write a message to our dearly departed doggies in a big notebook. I couldn't help it, but I cried buckets while there. It's okay cuz I wasn't alone, to be sure. It is DEEPLY moving, and while it was very sad for us, it is also very uplifting, too, because it's a place to honor your loving dog(s). I heartily encourage you to visit whether you live locally in St. Johnsbury, in the State of Vermont, on the east coast, or from wherever you reside, if you are a dog lover, you need to go !! Such an amazing place, and one we will NEVER FORGET.

This is a very interesting place with a chapel built for folks to honor their dogs. The chapel is…read morecovered with pictures and notes from around the world of people's dogs. The stained glass is beautiful. The gift shop/ gallery next door is nice with a lot of cool things. Definitely worth a stop for all animal lovers.

Front Four Gallery…read more Front Four Gallery is not another ski town gallery. It is one of the best contemporary galleries in the Northeast, full stop. The work here is thoughtful, confident, and diverse, featuring Vermont artists and voices well beyond the region. The mix includes striking mixed-media pieces alongside more traditional forms, all curated with a clear point of view. Nothing feels filler or tourist-oriented. Every piece feels intentional. Jack was a genuine pleasure to meet. He is knowledgeable, generous with his time, and deeply invested in both the artists and the conversations around their work. That care shows in the space itself. The gallery has a strong presence and an inviting energy that encourages you to slow down and really engage. If you care about contemporary art and find yourself in Stowe, this gallery is a must-visit. It easily stands alongside top galleries in much larger cities, and we will absolutely be returning.

Jack made the whole experience of bringing home a piece from our beautiful vacation in Vermont such…read morea great experience! From browsing the beautiful gallery to having our piece framed and shipped for us - every step of the way was easy even during the extremely busy fall leaves time!

this is my favorite art gallery ever and i cant believe there are no reviews on here. i have been…read morecoming to this gallery since it was previously titled "vynn art" and i have made it a point to go back at least 2 times a year since then. i can honestly say they have THE MOST AMAZING original local artwork. they have something for every budget, amount of space you have, and aesthetic. there are original paintings, prints, jewelry, photography, and posters to choose from, among other oddities. my favorite part is the art vynn supplies (the section all the way on the right hand side of the store). please do yourself a favor and go here!!!!

From the owner: Fine Art Gallery featuring local artists, Hundreds of paintings, pottery, sculpture and more…read more Workshops, Exhibits & Shows, A Card & Print Shop. Fun Atmosphere.

Very cute shop with lots of great local finds. Perfect for gifts or that extra special something…read morefor your home or office.

From the owner: Local Art, handmade gifts, home decor, and an awesome selection of locally made jewelry. Come see…read moreour carefully curated selection of Vermont made gifts.