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Ozless
We also saw this marked on a map and were intrigued so we decided to stop here. We found it open and staffed by a volunteer who showed us around and explained the history of the church. We spent much longer here than expected and took lots of photos inside and out - looks great surrounded by fall foliage.
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9Buffalolady20
I saw the notation of a historical place on a AAA map and researched it. We stopped at the Round Church on our way to Stowe, Vermont. The building is open till the second week in October from 10-4pm. We arrived at 10 am and found the most pleasant guide inside. Ironically, he happened to be from the town where I grew up in New York state! (small world). His name was Mr. Batt and he gave us about a 5 minute guide around the round church with stories of the history and unique details of the history. The building itself is something to see. So unique and restored wonderfully. Mr. Batt told us that they had visitors from 48 states and about 15 countries just this past season. It is well worth the stop and a free attraction, although you can make a donation to help the Round Church survive.
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Torte_Sue
This round church is 200 years old and has been nicely restored and maintained. It originally served 5 Protestant denominations and was built by having persons buy the enclosed pews. It has not been used as a church for many years, but weddings and concerts and meetings are held in the building. The church looks more round in the interior. It has 16 sides on the outside. It is open in the summer with some one present to answer questions. It is free to enter, but donations are accepted.
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MartiAbell
Many times we have ridden past this church going to the interstate to travel to other places, but today we noticed that it was open! There was to be a wedding in the afternoon. In the meantime, a member of the Historical Society told us many things about this fascinating building. Three congregations used it at one time, and then there were town meetings held there. THere is a small organ and melodeon. THe pews are the closed type. We all tried standing in the pulpit. We took some pictures since we don't know when we shall get the opportunity to see this again.
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HoldenKathy
This is a gem of building: 200 years old this year and the only remaining round wooden church in the US. It is open daily staffed with a volunteer who provides a good history and shows you the highlights of the building. There are several items for sale about the building including a new history for a $10. Toss in a $20 to help them keep the building in good repair!
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Milford_PaMooseman
Great place to photograph and if its open to make a short visit. It is near the town on the way to the Audubon Center and the Birds Museum of Vermont.
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Legnan0
If you like19th century architecture, churches reimagined as concert halls, and historic sites (national historical register), you will enjoy a walk about this lovingly restored and maintained building.
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ZannVermont
I first visited this church when I was accompanying a group of seniors on a bus tour with a bit of time to spare before our lunch reservations. We happened to drive by the building and sort of ogled the place longingly--so quaint and interesting. Luckily for us, they were setting up for a wedding. The volunteer docent overseeing that noticed our interest and motioned for us to stop & visit. We did. And it was a wonderful grace note to our adventures of the day. Now, if I'm passing through town I like to stop by if the timing is right and I recommend it to anyone in the area on a visit or living locally. You can step into history!
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Love2travelVT
Went here for a wedding. There are not many round churches still around. It was a charming piece of yesteryear.
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ASCVermont
The Round Church is celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2013. It's an architectural gem that the community has worked hard to preserve. In the winter, it serves as the community sledding hill; in spring, summer, and fall, the building is open to the public, managed by volunteer docents. There's more information, including a schedule of activities, at the Richmond Historical Society website.