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Bennington Free Library Photo by Lorianna Weathers Photography
Steeped in history , The Shires lays claim to Vermont ’ s first chartered town and our first state capital . It was here that Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys defended land they had purchased from the Governor of New Hampshire against claims by the State of New York , and from here that Patriots marched to the pivotal Battle of Bennington in 1777 . The impressive Battle Monument rises 306 feet above its footprint and is Vermont ’ s most visited Historic Site ; an elevator ride to the observation deck yields spectacular views of The Shires ’ mountains and valleys .
Pre-Civil War , it was the Northshire ’ s fresh air , mountain springs , and comfortable accommodations that made it a popular destination . City dwellers came to escape the heat , play golf , make art , go fishing , and enjoy country life . Today , The Shires offers all these leisure activities and more . You can play a round on our nationally ranked golf courses , drive through covered bridges , cast for trout , ride a horse , ski and snowboard ( in season ), and explore outstanding museums like the Bennington Museum and the American Fly Fishing Museum . Distinctive inns , hotels , and B & Bs will
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