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The Area: The Bennington Area is located in the most south-western part of Vermont, extending from the New York and Massachusetts borders to the Manchester & Arlington Area to the north, and the Mount Snow & Wilmington Area to the east

Bennington, N. Bennington, Old Bennington (Pop. 16,451): If you're traveling east on New York State's Route 7 from the Albany/Troy area you need not check a map to know you've entered the Green Mountain State...now traveling on Vermont's Route 9 and entering the Bennington area. It will seem as if all of Vermont were laid out before you. The views are spectacular! And, even before entering Bennington proper, you'll pass several popular visitor destinations such as The Bennington Center For The Arts and Camelot Village. Several minutes later you'll come face-to-face with one of Vermont's most beautiful and legendary landmarks, the First Congregational Church and graveyard (often referred to as the Old First Church). The church was erected in 1805. The fence fronting the graveyard is a landmark unto itself. Make certain to also take note of the inn directly opposite. It is Vermont's oldest, built in 1764.

Bennington is Vermont's third largest city, and although officially a city the only high-rise you'll find here is the famed Bennington Monument, commemorating the Battle for Bennington on August 16, 1777. It is 306' high and provides views of three states and three mountain ranges. This area is steeped in history and whether a history buff or not you're bound to find it interesting. The Bennington Museum is another major visitor destination. Here, for example, you'll find the oldest American revolutionary flag in existence. And, if you're truly interested in the past, you should definitely check out the Furnace Grove Historic District!

The history of Bennington isn't, of course, what brings most people to the area. However, browsing great shops is one of the more popular reasons. It is a way of life here! Vermont maple syrup, cheese, and cider, are known to have been in short supply on peak weekends. And, it's a small miracle that Bennington doesn't run out of film during fall foliage season. In addition, Bennington College has continued to draw the serious-minded since the early 1930's. Bennington is also the home of the nationally renowned Bennington Pottery. Add to all of this varied choices of lodging and dining establishments (ranging from gourmet to fast-food), magnificent views, the most direct way to enter the southwestern part of the state, and you have more than good reason to visit Bennington. In winter, the easy access to Southern Vermont's popular ski areas is also good reason!