Join the Milton Historical Society for a wonderful Vermont Humanities Council event exploring the story of Vermont's small boat traditions. The stories of Vermont naval history and commercial shipping have been well documented by generations of historians, however the traditions of small boat building from throughout our state have remained untold. The bulk of our historic boat building traditions involves Vermonters building their own boats, whether for pleasure or commercial use. The historical record illuminating this subject resides today mostly in family stories and photo collections. In this slide presentation, Douglas Brooks shares his research on these traditions, and his work in recreating some of these historic vessels.

Milton Historical Society Presents: From Skiffs to Sail Ferries
Date: Wed, Sept. 4
Time: 6:30—8pm
Location: Milton Grange (135 River St)
Free to attend. No pre-registration necessary.
All ages are welcome! Refreshments will be served.

The Milton Historical Society and Museum are proud to be a part of the Milton community. Questions or ideas? Please email miltonhistorical@yahoo.com , call 802-893-1604, visit www.miltonvthistory.org , stop by the Milton Historical Museum on Saturdays May thru October from 10am-2pm, and follow the Museum on Facebook and Instagram!

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