President Calvin Coolidge

10 AM – 5 PM

The historic village of Plymouth Notch celebrates the 151^st birthday of President Calvin Coolidge and the 247^th birthday of the United States. 

The party kicks off at 11:30 with an adjudicated baking contest. Members of the public are invited to enter their version of Grace Coolidge’s Icebox Cookies to be tasted by members of the Coolidge family.

At 12:00 a processional led the Vermont National Guard will depart from the village to the cemetery for the laying of a wreath at the President’s grave. Cake will be served immediately following the cemetery ceremony.

Throughout the day the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation will be hosting the Coolidge Cup, a national speech and debate competition. The final round of debate takes place at 4:00. Members of the public are highly encouraged to listen in as young orators from across the nation make their voices heard.  For additional information please visit https://coolidgefoundation.org/debate/coolidge-cup/.

To enter the baking contest please contact the site administrator for a copy of Grace’s cookie recipe at rejoice.scherry@vermont.gov.

7 PM

Enjoy golden hour on the scenic grounds of historic Plymouth Notch during Vermont’s most verdant time of year. Buster Keaton’s 1924 silent film, “Sherlock Jr.” and other short works will be shown on the Museum and Education Center lawn. Bring a lawn chair. Visitors are encouraged to come early to enjoy a picnic. In the event of rain, the screening will be in the museum.

10 AM – 5 PM

Beginning June 14th,  Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site’s resident farmer will be on hand each Wednesday of the season to demonstrate historic farming tools and techniques.  Visitors may witness such activities as sheep shearing, rye harvesting, or cider pressing. In addition to being an excellent educator, Farmer Fred is also a renown storyteller and is sure to entertain.

10 AM – 5 PM

Come kickstart the summer season at Calvin Coolidge’s hometown by enjoying free admission to the site. A ribbon cutting for the new special exhibit “Coolidge’s Contemporaries: The ascension of early 20th century world leaders” will take place on Sunday June 11 at 2:00 p.m.  The Orton Family, proprietors of the Vermont Country Store, will speak about the Coolidge legacy in Vermont and cut the ribbon. Refreshments to follow.

Did you know that Calvin Coolidge was the first to President to host a National Tree Lighting Ceremony? The Coolidge State Historic Site will be celebrating the season with a tree lighting to take place on the porch of the Cilley General Store at 1:00. Immediately following, guests are invited to the historic Union Christian Church for caroling and recitations of President Coolidge’s Christmas addresses. Guests can also stroll through the historic village, pick-up last-minute holiday gifts at the museum gift shop clearance sale, make a live wreath, stencil holiday stationary, and taste cheeses at the Plymouth Cheese factory.  Admission to this family friendly event is free. Donations are always appreciated.

A celebration of the harvest, with special attention to the apple! The day begins with the fourth annual Coolidge 5K Race (and “I do not choose to run” one-mile walk) organized by the Coolidge Foundation at 10:00.  Activities for the entire family: cider pressing, vintage apple tastings, wagon rides, historic farm & craft demonstrations, cheese making, and more!   

A second afternoon of great music on the lawn at beautiful Plymouth Notch. For more details, see www.plymouthfolk.com  

Selected as a “Top 10 Fall Event” by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce!

Plymouth’s 17^th Annual Folk & Blues Festival is a two-day event featuring stars from Vermont and nationally known musicians.  The 2022 lineup includes Jay Ottaway and the Ramble, The Speckers, Sarah King, Craig Bickhardt, Alastair Moock, and Reggie Harris..  The concerts are free; donation is suggested.  Organized by Jay Ottaway and the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation.  For more details, see www.plymouthfolk.com  

The President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site, with Liz and Dan Faiella, will host a Grace Coolidge Musicale on Sunday, August 28 at 3:00 p.m. The Faiellas will bring to life the traditional music of their roots, with crisp vocals, mesmerizing fingerstyle guitar, lyrical fiddling, and exhilarating rhythmic drive. Their music calls to mind the convivial grange hall contradances of their youth in New Hampshire, while conveying a wistfulness for their ancestral Ireland.

Join us for this century-old town tradition!  Reenactment of Calvin Coolidge’s “Homestead Inaugural” at 2:47. Wagon rides, chicken barbecue, traditional crafts demonstrations, and “Clara’s Games” - historic children’s games organized by the Vermont Historical Society. Event runs from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.