Archives Month Event: "Lawyers, Opium and Rails"

Past event
Oct 11, 2017, 5 to 8 PM

Wednesday, October 11th, 5:00 to 8:00 PM, at Vermont State Archives and Records Administration, 1078 US RTE 2, Middlesex

VSARA Open House followed by "Lawyers, Opium and Rails: Exploring Vermont’s Early Courts, Drug Abuse and Railroad," presented by Gary Shattuck

As Vermont struggles with today’s opiate epidemic, historian and author Gary Shattuck provides historical context around opium use and abuse in Vermont in the 19th century, highlighting his use of archival materials in his research. An open house and tours of the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration will precede the program, beginning at 5 pm. Shattuck’s presentation is scheduled for 6 pm. This event is free and open to the public.

Driving directions via Interstate 89: Take exit 9 to U.S. Route 2. Turn right at the yield sign and proceed west on Route 2. Midway down the hill turn, right into the driveway of our facility, located directly behind the Vermont State Police Barracks

Contact archives@sec.state.vt.us with any questions.

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