Quirks, Collections and Taxidermy at Vermont Libraries


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Feb 21 2025 48 mins   11

You can learn a lot about a town and its history by visiting the local library.


The Goodrich Memorial Library in Newport has a taxidermy collection that includes an alligator, bob cat, porcupine and birds.


The Rutland Free Library originally served as a post office and courthouse. There are also jail cells in the basement.


In this episode, Jessamyn West, a library technologist from Randolph, talks about what makes Vermont libraries fascinating places. She also shares what's she's learned on her quest to visit all of Vermont’s libraries.


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