Rokeby MuseumAbout Rokeby
From 1793 to 1961, Rokeby was home to four generations of Robinsons — a remarkable family of Quakers, farmers, abolitionists, artists, and authors. Today, the Robinson family’s home is a National Historic Landmark, designated for its exceptional Underground Railroad history. Rokeby is among the best-documented Underground Railroad sites in the country, one the National Park Service has described as:
“unrivaled among known sites for its historical integrity and the poignancy of the stories it tells.”
Telling those stories is at the center of the Museum’s mission, which is to “connect visitors with the human experience of the Underground Railroad and with the lives of the Robinsons, who lived on and farmed this land for nearly 200 years.” Guided by Rachel Gilpin and Rowland Thomas Robinson’s commitment to speaking truth to power, today’s Rokeby is committed to serving as a center for the exploration and discussion of contemporary social justice issues.
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The leaves are changing, which means this is YOUR sign to visit Rokeby Museum before we end our 2026 season! October 11th will be Rokeby`s final day of our peak-season operating hours. There`s less than two weeks left to explore our main exhibit, Seeking Freedom, and your last opportunity to check out our seasonal art exhibit, "Help Each Other," a collaboration with graffiti artist Todd Drake, aka @quakerpirate
Just because we close our doors, however, doesn`t mean we`re done for the year! Don`t miss one of our biggest events, the Spirits of Rokeby, on October 16th, 17th, 23rd, and 24th. Witness a historic reenactment of a Spiritualist séance, based on authentic Robinson family records. Purchase tickets now at https://rokeby.org/series/2026-spirits-of-rokeby-the-impending-crisis/
Before we close, join Rokeby Museum and @unionmeetinghallvt at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall this Friday for a special potluck and trivia night celebrating America`s 250th, from 5:30pm-8:00pm.
And this fall/winter, feel free to explore our grounds and nature trails from dawn to dusk. Even off-season, there`s plenty to do at Rokeby Museum! We hope to see you soon.
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Sep 28
Don`t forget! Next Friday, October 2nd, is the America 250th Trivia Night and Potluck at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall. Join us from 5:30 - 6:30 for a potluck dinner hosted by the Friends of the Union Meeting Hall, then stick around from 6:30 - 8:00 for a trivia tournament hosted by Rokeby Museum!
Join a team and compete for the grand prize: A copy of "A Very Fine Appearance": The Vermont Civil War Photographs of George Houghton, plus a one-year Household membership to the Vermont Historical Society! Second prize is two Vermont Historical Society mugs, and third prize is a Vermont Historical Society drawstring bag. Smaller prizes will be available for all participating teams; no one goes home empty-handed!
This event is FREE and accessible to the public. All ages are welcome. No need to bring something for the potluck, just yourself and your Vermont knowledge. Questions and prizes are provided by the Vermont Historical Society.
Special thanks to the Rokeby Museum, Friends of the Union Meeting Hall, the Rogers & Hazard Committee, and the Ferrisburgh Historical Society.
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Sep 25
As the weather cools and Autumn finally arrives, the Spirits of Rokeby begin to wake. Now`s your chance to buy your ticket for a unique, immersive experience that brings Rokeby`s authentic spiritualist history to life! Join us on October 16th, 17th, 23rd, or 24th to see our historic house after hours, learn Spiritualist history, and be present for a simulated séance. This year, a surprise guest will make a sudden appearance...
Alcoholic beverages will be available for sale in our visitor center prior to the event, provided by local distilleries. @madriverdistillers will be joining us for the 16th and 17th, and @split.spirits will be making a return for the 23rd and 24th. Hot cider will also be available, generously donated from @woodmanhillorchard and @yatesfamilyorchard.
You won`t want to miss this! Purchase your tickets now at https://rokeby.org/series/2026-spirits-of-rokeby-the-impending-crisis/
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Sep 23
Rokeby Museum would like to thank the Middlebury College Lacrosse team, who came to help out at Rokeby last Saturday! As part of United Way of Addison County Days of Caring, the team cleared brush and removed much of the overgrowth that had begun to clutter the grounds. Thank you to Amy Hoekstra, UWAC`s Community Impact Manager, for coordinating the effort.
The Museum would also like to thank our friends at Hawk & Trowel Masonry & Restoration, who came out the same day to repoint our historic Smokehouse. This critical restoration work will help to preserve the building for future Rokeby visitors.
Our grounds have never looked better! And with less than 3 weeks left in our season, there`s never been a better time to come out, walk our trails, and admire the changing leaves. We`re open 10-5, seven days a week. Trails are open dawn to dusk.
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Sep 22
Save the date! In honor of America`s 250th, Rokeby Museum is partnering with Friends of the Union Meeting Hall and the Vermont Historical Society to bring Ferrisburgh a special night of food, fun, and friendly competition! Join us Friday, October 2nd, from 5:30PM - 8:00PM at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall for a potluck dinner and a Vermont-themed trivia competition.
This event is free and open to the public. Attendees are welcome to bring a dish for the potluck, but all we need is your knowledge! Join a team, show off your trivia skills, and compete for prizes. For more information, go to https://rokeby.org/event/vermont-history-trivia-night-and-potluck/
Questions and prizes are provided by the Vermont Historical Society. Special thanks to the Ferrisburgh Historical Society and the Rogers & Hazard Committee for their assistance in supporting this event.
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Sep 16
Have you heard the buzz about Golden and Blue-winged Warblers in Vermont? Whether you have or not, you can learn all about these species and their habitat needs by coming to spend a morning with staff from the Rokeby Museum and Audubon Vermont!
Join us Saturday, September 26th, from 9:00am - 1:00pm to take part in a shrubland restoration planting at Rokeby Museum and talk about the priority bird species that the museum is helping us to conserve through this partnership. You’ll get a chance to learn more about specific habitat needs and bird-friendly restoration efforts in Vermont, and hear how Rokeby Museum is advancing our mission.
Preregistration is required. Simply visit rokeby.org/events for more information, or go straight to https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-vt/event/1022135/. We hope to see you there!
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Sep 13
