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Feasibility Study for Performing Arts Center Complete

March 1, 2011 by

In February, architect Chip Greenberg and members of the church advisory group completed a significant feasibility study, which essentially finds it feasible that we could create and maintain a capable, roughly 180-seat theatre in the former United Church of Putney, if we follow the recommendations set forth in the study findings. These include a new … Read more

General Store video by Preservation Trust

January 23, 2011 by

Greetings, and happy new year. Here is a link to a new video by Meg Campbell of the Preservation Trust of Vermont. Thanks, Meg! General Store video by PTV

The frame is up

January 1, 2011December 11, 2010 by

General Store Groundbreaking Celebration

January 1, 2011October 3, 2010 by

On October 3, Putney turned out in force for a wonderful event, celebrating the groundbreaking of the general store. Doug Waterman arrived at 6 am to grill chickens donated by our new proprietor-to-be, Ming Chou, and Pepsi gave out free drinks, then gave Putney Historical Society a $10000 check. Ted Brady of Patrick Leahy’s office, … Read more

Bid Process for General Store is Open

July 15, 2010 by

The Putney Historical Society invites General Contractors to bid on construction of the new Putney General Store located at 4 Kimball Hill Road in Putney, VT. The historic former store was destroyed by fire in 2009. Work includes but is not limited to; limited site work, water and sewer hookup work, asphalt paving, landscaping, concrete … Read more

Cheryl Wheeler plays at United Church

January 1, 2011May 22, 2010 by

As part of the ongoing Twilight Music Series organized by Barry Stockwell, well-known folk musician and comedian Cheryl Wheeler filled the house Friday night at the United Church of Putney, along with bluegrass musician Jim Hurst.

From Times Argus–Work Begins to Rebuild Putney Store

April 18, 2010 by

This recent article focuses on fundraising, the proprietor search, and a recent, successful Pepsi Challenge grant. Times Argus article by Susan Smallheer

Craft Tour raffle brings in $6500 for General Store

February 15, 2010 by

Immediately after the tragic November 1 fire which destroyed the Putney General Store, the Putney Craft Tour responded with a raffle, donating handcrafted prizes worth over $3K. The drawing was held Friday night at the Putney Community Supper, also hosted by the Craft Tour.

G Store FAQs

February 15, 2010February 7, 2010 by

What’s the status of the arson investigation?
The case is still active, though there’s been no specific update from the Fire Marshall, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms, or the State’s Attorney (who is prosecuting the case)…but that’s not surprising. The investigators are working quietly, behind the scenes, and they can’t share information without jeopardizing the case. The ATF is currently the primary investigatory force. A $15,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for setting the fire (Call 1-800-32-ARSON & reference case #09-D202950).

PHS Works with Others to Rebuild Store: Plans Community Meeting Feb 1

January 17, 2010 by

The longest-running general store in Vermont, dating to the mid-1790s, was lost to arson on November 1. Now, with grants from Chittenden Bank and the Harris and Frances Block Foundation as well as strong community donation and sustained support from the Preservation Trust of Vermont and the Windham Foundation, the Putney Historical Society is firming up plans to rebuild on the foundation in the center of town, and plans a community meeting to update the community on its progress.