Our Tour included this Maple Museum. It is very educational in that they give a thorough background of the history of Maple Syrup making to Modern day making. They have lots of historical artifacts that add to the understanding of the industry of syrup making. The Syrup 'tasting' room is helpful in understanding the 'differences' in the types of Maple Syrup. The gift shop has LOTS of various syrups in various containers and sizes that make your choices difficult. If you are going to be seeing other Vermont Gift shops, you might want to hold off on the smaller bottled items of Syrup, as we priced the 'exact' same size container of the same maker of syrup at $2.00 less else where, but after seeing what goes into making Maple Syrup, you can see WHY the prices are high. A very informative stop on your trip.
Browse, shop then go across the street to JR's for lunch!It really shows you why Vermont is a great place to live and visit.
This was very fun for me, since I make very small amounts of maple syrup. I liked seeing the history of syrup making and the equipment people used, and how it's evolved since the Native Americans first threw hot rocks into the sap to boil it down. It even interested my 9 year old.The gift shop was fabulous, with some very unique maple-related items, things like flavored maple syrups to use in your coffee. If you are in the area it's well worth a short visit.
Stuffed animals as in children's toys and silk flowers everywhere. Admission is $5 per person. It was not very informative, more a store than a "museum".
Very informative about the history of Maple Syrup. If you visit in November wear your jacket, gloves and hat they don't heat the exhibit.
This museum is very interesting to walk through. The day we were there, there wasn't a charge to go through as it was a state wide art stop weekend. They have a nice gift shop, and samplings of the different grades of maple syrup. I would recommend a stop here if you are in the area.
They have all sorts of wonderful maple items and a fun museum! They are very friendly and just put in a new pond to relax by.
It was a homeade museum, but they took care to obtain alot of antique items. Their little freckled faced grandaughter was a cutie and helped with our purchases.
Step back into history and learn how maple syrup was first discovered and how it has evolved over the years. Great for history buffs or for small children who have an interest. $5 admission covers a short film and tastings at the end.
I am lucky enough to live in the same town as this cool museum. Learn how maple syrup is made in the interactive museum, taste all the different grades of syrup (along with other edibles) and shop the large and very affordable gift shop for unique, locally made gifts. I shop here on a regular basis for gifts--such as to fill a special gift basket for a relative. There are unique items that can't be found in standard stores that make nice gifts for co workers, good friends, etc. Outside the new owners have created beautiful landscapes and photo areas, such as a pond, a covered bridge and of course, the giant maple syrup jug!! Worth visiting for locals and travelers!