Preserving "the best-known small town in America"
The Putney Historical Society is selling a limited number of the historic 1893 church pews that were once at Next Stage. They have been modified so that they are 8 feet long and are $500, including brand new custom cushions. They are sold “as-is” – with some minor idiosyncrasies on one end. They are great … Read more
In this issue: Zsolt Takacs Putney Story Items for Sale Book Blurbs Annual Meeting Date Set Putney Nostalgia Transfer of Ownership Office Hours Calendar News Volunteers Needed Membership Form Mystery Photo Click here to download the Fall 2018 Putney Historical Society Newsletter
The Putney General Store is the iconic cornerstone business in the heart of downtown Putney. Established circa 1796, it is the longest operating general store in Vermont. Rebuilt by the community after a devastating fire, the two-story post and beam structure is owned by the Putney Historical Society and has been leased to proprietor/tenants. For … Read more
Present: Ruth Barton, Carolyn Handy, Lyssa Papazian, Maryann Toffolon, Barry Stockwell, Betsy MacIsaac, Lindley Speers, Tim Ragle arrived at 7:30 Secretary’s report: Draft minutes of the 07/30/18 meeting were previously distributed by email. A motion was made by Carolyn and seconded by Barry to accept the minutes as presented. Motion passed. Treasurer’s report: Not available … Read more
The Putney Historical Society is working on re-opening the store ourselves with the help from community and expert advisors. We hope to open in March or as soon as possible…stay tuned! (PS many many thanks to Hotwheelz for the upcoming fundraiser to benefit the reopening of the general store. Information regarding the fundraiser is at … Read more
Sunday November 13 1:00 -3:00 pm at Next Stage (15 Kimball Hill) Free and open to all Refreshments will be served 1953 Putney in Living Color! Come see a real slice of Putney history before the Interstate. We will be showing a film of scenes around town shot … Read more
After a hiatus for construction at Next Stage, the Putney Historical Society is pleased to announce that the office at 15 Kimball Hill (Next Stage) will now be open Saturday Mornings from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Come check out our wonderful historic photos, start a genealogy project, research your house, or just share stories … Read more
Friday, March 14 2014 at 7pm at Next Stage (15 Kimball Hill Rd.) in Putney Download the Flyer A Putney Historical Society Presentation Suggested donation $10, with all proceeds supporting the 15 Kimball Hill / Next Stage capital campaign. On Friday, March 14, PHS Vice President and master craftsman Timothy Ragle will give an authoritative … Read more
We held an annual meeting at 15 Kimball Hill on August 24th. Discussion and information gathering followed a presentation on road names of Putney. The remarkable success of our capital campaign was outlined in detail, and notably, Stuart Strothman left the board after twelve years with the organization. Leah Toffolon replaced him as Secretary.
Everyone is invited to the Putney Historical Society Annual Meeting, which will be held at 2pm on Sunday, August 24 at 15 Kimball Hill (Next Stage). We will have a short presentation and interactive discussion on road names of Putney, following our business meeting. Refreshments will be served.