WELCOME TO THE NEWBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
We seek to engage everyone in Newbury in exploring our town’s rich cultural heritage. We believe that understanding our past builds a better future. We invite you to join us!
ABOUT
The Newbury Historical Society is a non-profit organization in Newbury, Vermont, dedicated to preserving, protecting, and sharing the rich history of our town and its people.
Founded in 1866, the Society maintains a museum and archives featuring an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, and historical documents that tell the story of Newbury from its earliest days to the present.
Our team of volunteer curators and researchers works diligently to make these collections accessible to the public through exhibitions, educational programs, and community events. Whether you are a resident, a visitor, or a student researching Vermont history, the Newbury Historical Society offers a welcoming space to discover and connect with the heritage of Newbury.
👉 Explore our events, scholarship opportunities, and ways to get involved — and join us in preserving Newbury’s history for future generations.
What's Happening?!
This year is especially significant as we begin gearing up for Newbury’s 250th celebration in 2026. Our theme, Resilience: Past, Present, and Future, will guide our programming and events as we honor the strength, perseverance, and community spirit that have shaped Newbury for generations—and will continue to do so. We hope the year ahead brings continued growth and connection to you and your families.
The Newbury Historical Society, along with the Wells River Action Program, Daughters of the American Revolution – Oxbow Chapter, Tenney Memorial Library, Baldwin Memorial Library, Newbury Conservation Commission, Newbury Woman’s Club, and Newbury School of Weaving, is proud to share this collaborative calendar of events celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States in Newbury. More information can be found on the Newbury Town website at https://www.newburyvt.org/222/Newbury-Celebrates-the-250th-Anniversary
Happy Birthday Newbury School !!
112 years ago on April 1st, the doors to a brand new school opened on Newbury’s Common. That’s the school you see today when you look across the Common. What came before that school opened and what has transpired since is the subject of a Newbury Historical Society presentation being given next Sunday, The program will chronicle the rich history of the Town Central School, now called the Newbury Elementary School.
There will be plenty of fascinating facts, such as just how the school got the heavy new bell that still hangs in its bell tower and what happened to the classroom that sat in a separate building behind the school. You will learn what challenges the school has faced over its long history and why “resilience” has brought it to the way it looks today.
Everyone is invited to this event hosted by the Newbury Historical Society! We hope those who attended Newbury school will have memories to share.
The program is part of Newbury’s 250th celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and it demonstrates quite dramatically the “resilience” that is Newbury’s theme for the Town’s celebration. Come, learn, and share stories of the Newbury school's history. Refreshments will be served following the presentation, showcasing some of Newbury’s wonderful bakers.
When: Sunday, April 12th at 4:00 pm
Where: The Newbury Elementary School Library
Let the School Bell Ring!
The Newbury Elementary School bell hasn’t rung for many years. Might it ring on Sunday, April 12th? That’s when the Newbury Historical Society will present a program chronicling the history of the Newbury School. This engaging program will take place in the school library at 4:00 pm. It will be full of fascinating facts, such as why the school’s name changed from the Newbury School to the Newbury Elementary School and how the school got the bell we hope will ring. You will learn what anniversary the school is celebrating this year, what challenges it has faced over its long history, and why “resilience” has brought it to the way it looks today.
The program is part of Newbury’s 250th celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and it demonstrates quite dramatically the “resilience” that is Newbury’s theme for the Town’s celebration. Come, learn, and share how our present school has educated Newbury students for the last 133 years. Refreshments will be served following the presentation, showcasing some of Newbury’s wonderful bakers.
When: Sunday, April 12th at 4:00 pm
Where: The Newbury Elementary School Library
The McClintock Scholarship Fund
This spring, the Newbury Historical Society will introduce the Gilbert H. McClintock Memorial Scholarship, a $500 award for a graduating Newbury resident planning to pursue a career in surveying, history, or community service. The scholarship is available to students from Oxbow High School and Blue Mountain Union School. Gilbert McClintock, a beloved and self-taught surveyor who served as a Lister for Newbury for many years, was known for his deep knowledge of the town's landscape and history. His contributions to the community are remembered fondly by his family. The new scholarship expands on the legacy of the McClintock Memorial Fund, which has supported young history enthusiasts for over three decades.
The full details and application process can be obtained through the schools' Guidance Departments. Follow this link for more information.
