Stonebridge Visitor Center

The Stonebridge Visitor Center, located at 66 Beaman Street in Poultney, Vermont, is a historic landmark with a rich history. Originally built in 1808 as the Federal-style brick home of Thomas Ashley, it has since undergone several transformations. In 1840, Merritt Clark added two wings and a Greek Revival front, opening the first bank of Poultney in one of the wings. The building later became the property of F. W. Barrett, who installed the first tiled bathroom in Poultney in 1903. In 1952, Dr. and Mrs. E. J. Swinyer purchased the home, with the doctor practicing in one of the wings until his retirement in 1983.

After serving as a bed and breakfast, the building was donated to the Town of Poultney in 1999 and underwent a restoration process funded by grants and donations. Today, the Stonebridge Visitor Center serves as a hub for various community services, including the Leapfrog Nursery School, Poultney-Mettowee Natural Resource Conservation District, Poultney Food Shelf, Poultney Chamber of Commerce, and the Poultney Downtown Revitalization Committee. The center also offers travel and tourist information services, making it a valuable resource for visitors and locals alike.