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Vergennes Depot Update

August 2, 2013August 6, 20136 Comments

Remember the Vergennes Depot? (Seen in October 2012 and December 2012.) A lot has happened since then! Rehabilitation is well under way with new siding, restored windows, original detail exposed, historically accurate colors and much more to come. Who wants to move in? There is still work to be done on the exterior and interior, and … Continue reading Vergennes Depot Update

A New Foundation: Vergennes Railroad Depot

January 11, 2013January 11, 20139 Comments

Back in October, the Vergennes Railroad Depot was moved via hydraulic jacks to rest in its new home, adjacent to the Ferrisburgh Park & Ride (which is just over the Vergennes/Ferrisburgh town line on Vermont Route 22A). Since then the depot has been set on a foundation and rehabilitation work is well underway. Here are a … Continue reading A New Foundation: Vergennes Railroad Depot

Abandoned Vermont: Vergennes House

December 21, 2012December 21, 201224 Comments

This striking 1796 Federal style house in Vergennes, Vermont is the General Samuel Strong House. It is a favorite mystery to many passersby. Unoccupied for decades, this house is more neglected than abandoned, but every Christmas season there is a fresh wreath on the door and the community keeps an eye on the house year round. And we … Continue reading Abandoned Vermont: Vergennes House

On the Move: Vergennes Railroad Depot

October 29, 20126 Comments

Exciting news in the world of historic preservation, transportation, enhancements and community: the Vergennes Railroad Station will be relocated and rehabilitated. This past weekend the community came out with great anticipation to watch the building move up and over the tracks and around some tight curves. Talk about an impressive day and what … Continue reading On the Move: Vergennes Railroad Depot