New England - Eastern USA - page 410

Sudsiest state Most microbreweries per capita in the USA
Driving distances Burlington to Brattleboro 151 miles, Burlington to Boston 216
miles
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Southern Vermont
The southern swath of Vermont holds the state's oldest towns and plenty of scenic back
roads.
Brattleboro
Ever wondered where the 1960s counter-culture went? It's alive and well in this riverside
burg overflowing with artsy types and more tie-dye per capita than any other place in
New England.
Sights
Paralleling the Connecticut River, Main St is lined with period buildings, including the
handsome art-deco Latchis Building . The surrounding area boasts several covered
bridges ; pick up a driving guide at the Chamber of Commerce ( Click here ) .
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center MUSEUM
( www.brattleboromuseum.org ; 10 Vernon St; adult/child $8/4; 11am-5pm Sun-Mon & Wed-Thu,
11am-7pm Fri, 10am-5pm Sat) Located in a 1915 railway station, this museum hosts rotating
exhibitions of contemporary art, including multimedia works by local artists.
Sleeping
If all you're after is a cheap sleep, there are plenty of motels on Putney Rd north of town;
take Exit 3 off I-91.
Latchis Hotel HOTEL$$$