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Winooski
Historical
Society

Located within the historic Champlain Mill in Winooski, Vermont, the Winooski Historical Society preserves and archives information related to the Onion City's unique history

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Our City

Winooski has an important role in Vermont’s history and development. In the early 1770’s Ira Allen “led a people through a wilderness of 70 miles” to construct a formidable blockhouse on the Winooski (then “Onion”) River, which served both as a fort and as a general store and office for the land-speculating Onion River Company. “Fort Frederick” was never used for defense, but its protective presence increased the value of Onion River property and advanced local settlement.

Become a Member

Memberships and donations are critical in keeping the Winooski Historical Society sustainable. 

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Thank you for your support!

Officers

Joseph Perron, President

Sue O’Brien, Co-Vice President 

Betsy Conlon, Co-Vice President 

Leslie Gamelin Turner, Treasurer and Publications

​Jess Goerold, Secretary

Rita Martel, President Emeritus 

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