Nov
18
6:30 PM18:30

The Now and Future of Williston

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The Now and Future of Williston

Wednesday, November 18, at 6:30 p.m.
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library

Join us for a conversation about Williston’s future with Matt Boulanger, Williston’s Planning Director, and Kevin Chu, Executive Director of the Vermont Futures Project. They will discuss what is happening in Williston today and share a vision for the town’s future.

This program is the final presentation in our Williston History Series, celebrating the 250th anniversary of our country’s founding. The event is co-sponsored by the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library.

The evening will also serve as the annual meeting of the Williston Historical Society, featuring a brief review of the year’s activities followed by the election of officers.


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Oct
17
11:30 AM11:30

Taverns and Stagecoaches of Chittenden County

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Taverns and Stagecoaches of Chittenden County - Saturday, October 17 at 11:30 at the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library

Presenter: Richard Allen 

Richard H. Allen is a retired educator and dedicated local history author who spent 37 years teaching in Williston, Vermont. As a passionate community historian, he has authored several books on our regional heritage. His deep research into archives and local oral histories makes him uniquely qualified to bring the early transport and social hubs of Chittenden County back to life.


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Sep
12
11:30 AM11:30

Virtual Walking Tour of Williston's Historic Village

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Virtual Walking Tour of Williston's Historic Village - Saturday, September 12 at 11:30. Join us at the Dorothy Alling Memorial Library for a visual tour featuring new information on Williston's Historic Village. Learn how architectural clues and archival research help to tell the story of how the historic village developed. 

Presenter: Samantha Ford 

Samantha Ford is a professional historian, architectural preservationist, and the owner of Turn Stone Research, an organization dedicated to uncovering the unique stories embedded within local landscapes and archival records. With nearly two decades of experience in historical research, property surveying, and municipal records management, she specializes in translating physical and written evidence into engaging community narratives. 


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