History From Farther North in The North Star Monthly
History From Farther North #14: Morning Reflections on Portus Baxter
In our latest North Star Monthly column, read about our reflections on Portus Baxter. Portus...
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History From Farther North #13: The Untold Power of the Brownington Ladies Sewing Circle
In our latest North Star Monthly column, find out more about Ralph Swett, also known as Chief...
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History from Farther North #12: William Barstow Strong’s Lasting Legacy
In our latest North Star Monthly column, find out more about the fierce rivalry between William...
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History from Farther North #11: National Beer Day and Vermont’s Hops History
Falling midway between April Fool’s Day and Tax Day, each April 7 since 1933 has been commemorated...
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History From Farther North #10: Encounters with Mary Lyon
Mary Lyon, an unyielding champion of education for girls, founded the nation’s oldest women’s...
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History From Farther North #9: The magic of Henry Box Brown in Vermont
The celebration of Black History Month originated with the vision of Carter G. Woodson, known as...
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History From Farther North #8: Civil Twilight
The phrase “civil twilight” is a scientific designation, referring to the period after sunset or...
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