Westminster pairs river-valley scenery with a deep sense of history, offering a peaceful pace within easy reach of everyday essentials. As part of Windham County, the town’s historic village core features landmarks like the Old Meeting House and courthouse, and community life runs through seasonal farmstands, trailheads, and school events. Locals tap the Brattleboro arts scene, the shops and rail connections in Bellows Falls, and hikes on the ridge toward Putney. Town services and updates are straightforward to access through the official town government site, and the Westminster Historical Society maintains archives and programming that illuminate the area’s Revolutionary-era roots and agricultural heritage.
Families appreciate a strong K–6 foundation at Westminster Center School within the Windham Northeast Supervisory Union, with outdoor learning and small class sizes shaping the day. The supervisory union provides resources and transportation for older students, who typically attend Bellows Falls Union High School. To explore curriculum, calendars, and enrollment details, visit the WNESU website. Weekends often lead to orchard picking, paddling along the Connecticut River, or rambles on the Putney Mountain trail network, cared for by the Putney Mountain Association. With Interstate 91 nearby, commutes and day trips are easy, while the town’s back roads still deliver that quintessential Vermont quiet.
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