Brattleboro Words Project

08/17/2026

We finally got the video of the Amtrak opening and Brattleboro Words Trail exhibit unveiling with presentation from mural artist Cynthia Houghton and Brattleboro Words Project Director Lissa Weinmann starting at around 42 minutes....a day to remember and the mural greets visitors and locals alike day after day -- go check it out if you haven't seen it, it does the town and whole region proud. Thanks to Maria at BCTV for taping/production:

07/06/2026

Brattleboro's parade and the 14-foot papier-mâché replica of the Statue of Liberty which was created at 118 Elliot was mentioned in a New York Times article!!
Read here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/04/us/america-250-us-independence-day-celebrations.html

07/04/2026

The ornate pedestal of the Statue of Liberty was designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt born right here on Main Street from the Brattleboro’s famous Hunt family. Join us to march with her and all she means in Brattleboro’s 4th of July parade with her at 9:45 am at 118 Elliot…or in from or Dewitt bldg on flat street 10am. We need you! Kids, musicians, all welcome!

07/01/2026

This Friday, July 3rd at 118 Elliot is going to be lit! Free puppet-building workshop for kids (5–12 yrs) from 2–4pm with Bread & Puppet alum, Uriel Najera. Kids will make wearable wings inspired by different birds that migrate across the world. All materials provided.
On the same evening, adults can join in from 5–7pm during Gallery Walk to finish the Statue of Liberty puppet and join the parade to Harmony Lot.

For more info, contact [email protected]
Special thanks to Downtown Brattleboro, Brooks Memorial Library, Windham World Affairs Council and Vermont Humanities for their support of these workshops.

06/30/2026

Our beautiful mural in its permanent home!

06/26/2026

In this week's Vermontitude video webcast, host Peter "Fish" Case chats with guests Lissa Weinmann of the Brattleboro Words Trail and John Potter, Brattleboro Town Manager. Hop aboard a journey

06/24/2026

06/24/2026

On June 24, the 14-ft ceramic mural representing stories on the Brattleboro Words Trail was unveiled at the new Amtrak station with officials and local public in attendance. It was great to have musicians from the Vermont Jazz Center on site to create a fun vibe to the whole ceremony

06/24/2026

What a splendid day it was to commemorate the new Amtrak train station and unveil the Brattleboro Words Trail Exhibit! The mural now occupies a permanent place at the station and stands as a symbol of community effort and creation. Many thanks to Cynthia Parker-Houghton for her invaluable hardwork and every single person involved with the Words Trail. The festivities continue with Tiny Theater performances on the lawn behind the new Amtrak station from 6-8pm. More pictures abs videos coming soon…