NEWFANE — Windham County celebrates its past with a fourth biannual history fair on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the historic Common in Newfane, in front of the County Courthouse.
The event features exhibits by the Vermont Historical Society, the Historical Society of Windham County, and the Estey Organ Museum, as well as eight historical societies in Windham County, representing Brattleboro, Dover, Grafton, Guilford, Jamaica, Putney, Townshend, and Wardsboro.
In addition to their exhibits, many of the towns will offer published town histories and other area historic memorabilia - think prints, cards, and photographs - for sale.
During the fair, renowned Civil War reenactor Bill McKone will hold forth as Gen. George J. Stannard, commander of the 2nd Vermont Brigade at the Battle of Gettysburg.
Antiques professionals will appraise your old treasures at the antique tent for a small donation. Crafters and other vendors from the region will set out wares such as old maps of Vermont.
Join the walking tours of the Village's historic district. Highlighted are the residences and buildings removed early in the 19th century from the old Town Common on Newfane Hill down to their current location in the Shire Village.
Also offered: tours of the Windham County Courthouse with Judge John Wesley and the old Windham County Jail with Sheriff Keith Clark.
Demonstrations and presentations will run throughout the day. Delicious food, fun raffles, and a demonstration of an Estey Organ will add to your family's enjoyment.
The Museum of The Historical Society of Windham County will be open all day, with regularly scheduled tours of its extensive collection of Windham County artifacts.