The second floor houses the Barre Historical Society collection of historic photos and memorabilia about Barre and the granite industry. Offers charming folkart dioramas and a country store that boasts the finest selection of Vermont-made foods in Central Vermont. Open daily all year 'round 9-5. Summer hours 8-8. On-line store with a variety of Vermont specialty products.
Tour features antique music boxes, video explaining manufacture today and a gift shop.
Built out of world-famous Barre granite in 1859, this Renaissance Revival building designed by Thomas Sillowy has been described as one of the most beautiful of the capitols. Vermont Historical Society Museum located in the historic Pavillion Hotel. The Vermont Historical Society museum is located on State Street in Montpelier, just about one block from the State House. It is open Tues.-Fri. 12-4 year 'round, except for holidays and State holidays.