About
The Brandon Museum and Visitors Center celebrates the history and people of Brandon, Vermont, from its founding as Neshobe in 1761 to the present day. The Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in the house where Stephen A. Douglas—U.S. Senator from Illinois and presidential candidate against Abraham Lincoln—was born in 1813. The Museum features displays on its notable citizens, including Douglas and Thomas Davenport (holder of the first U.S. patent for an electric motor), as well as on its industrial, social, cultural, and architectural history. The Museum also maintains a collection of objects, ephemera, and photographs.
The Brandon Museum is honored to be a featured stop on the State of Vermont's African American Heritage tour.
The Brandon Museum seeks to preserve and share the rich history of the Brandon, Vermont area. Through its collections, exhibits, programs, and research projects, the Museum intends to deepen existing knowledge of and educate the public about the people and events that have made Brandon unique among New England towns.
Mission
BOARD AND STAFF
Jennie Masterson, President
Dan Celik, Vice President
Harmony Van Eaton
Jeff Sacks
Ken McFarland
Tobrina Calvin
John Peterson
Scott Scribner, Secretary
William Dick, Treasurer
Pat Wood, Steward
The Museum relies on our volunteers to greet visitors during open hours, to help maintain the building and grounds, and to assist with events, programs and projects. Volunteers come from many different backgrounds. No prior experience is necessary for most volunteer opportunities; we provide training whenever needed. All you need is a desire to help the Museum in its mission to preserve and educate.
Anyone interested in volunteering should fill out our volunteer form by clicking on the “volunteer with us” link to the left. Whatever your specific interests, we will try to find a way for you to participate.