attractions
NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE
Northshire Bookstore is a nationally
known, family-owned, independent
bookstore committed to the future of
the book. Northshire understands that
business happens in the context of
community and strives to enrich the
lives of their customers, employees,
and the greater community. 4869
Main St., Manchester. 802-362-2200 or
northshire.com
TOWN OF MANCHESTER
SOUTHERN VERMONT ARTS CENTER
Southern Vermont Arts Center (SVAC)
is a multidisciplinary arts organization in
Manchester with a mission to promote
and nurture the arts. SVAC introduces
the wider community to art exhibitions
and performances of national relevance,
provides opportunities for local and
regional artists, and engages diverse
audiences through classes, camps, and
community programs, all within its
campus of more than 100 acres in the
heart of the Green Mountains. 930 SVAC
Dr., Manchester. 802-362-1405 or svac.org
PASTIME PINBALL
Pastime Pinball is a family-friendly
museum arcade featuring a curated
collection of more than 60 pinball
machines from 1947 to present day—as
well as vintage coin-op games and multi-
game video tables. All are set to Free
Play—no quarters, no tickets, and no
tokens needed! Pay admission at the door
and stay and play for as long as you’d
like. Craft beer, wine, and tasty treats are
available in the mezzanine-level snack bar.
4802 Main St., Manchester. 802-366-1200
or pastimepinball.com
Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park encompasses more than 88 acres, the Park House, a
six-lane swimming pool, diving board and kiddie pool, three baseball diamonds, multipurpose
athletic fields, three playgrounds for children of all ages, a one-mile walking path, a dog park,
brand-new skateboard park, outdoor basketball courts, and three tennis courts. A trail in the
northeast corner of the park leads to Riley Rink and a trail in the southeast corner leads to
downtown Manchester. The park is open daily until 10pm and is located off Bonnet Street on
Recreation Park Road in Manchester. 802-362-1439
Factory Point Town Green is located in the heart of Manchester on Depot Street near the
intersection of Main Street. The nearby waterfall provides the perfect setting for sitting on
the grass and enjoying the sun or throwing a Frisbee with friends. The town green hosts two
historic items: a local history interpretative marker and a marble monument from 1912 that was
part of the original Center Bridge. A post-and-beam, slate-roofed bandstand over a marble
stage is the site of Manchester’s free summer concert series.
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