His father was born in a log cabin and later became the 16th president. One generation later, Robert Todd Lincoln built his ancestral home in this scenic village. On a promontory in a quintessential Vermont landscape it has breathtaking views of the valley and mountains. Home, exhibits, gardens, and trails on 412 preserved acres. Gardens, walking trails, farm animals, exhibits. Open daily June - Oct. from 9:30 to 4:30. November - May: 11:00 to 3:00, Thursday - Monday. Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and major holidays. Cross-country skiing mid-December to mid-March weather permitting: 9:30 to 4:30.

TRAINS AROUND VERMONT Scenic rail excursions in four locations: Green Mountain Flyer - Bellows Falls and Chester Depot: White River Flyer -White River Junction to Montshhire Museum to Thetford: Champlain Valley Flyer from Burlington Waterfront to Shelburne and Shelburne Museum. Special events, holiday trains for Santa and Easter and charter excursions. For information and a schedule of events please contact us at 800-707-3530.

Bennington Potters has been making the most beautiful durable and functional handmade stoneware pottery you can buy since 1948. Come see the historic buildings as you take a free tour, or enjoy the unique shopping experience of looking through our handmade stoneware and beautiful decorative accessories. Call for free tour schedule. Shops open Monday-Saturday 9:30-6. Sunday 10-5.