2025–2026 Annual Fund

Dear Friends of Rokeby Museum

Rokeby, an “unrivaled” national historical landmark located on a scenic 90-acre Vermont homestead, is renowned for its story of four generations of the Robinson family and the history of the Underground Railroad—told with a detailed, authentic, and steadfast approach. 

During a time of significant funding cuts to museums and widespread criticism of honest reporting of our nation’s history, your support is crucial to Rokeby’s mission, vision, and progress.

Your past generosity has left a lasting impact. In 2025, Rokeby educators created and distributed diversity kits to teachers as part of our innovative anti-bias education program. Hundreds of students participated in Museum field trips. Nature lovers explored our cultural heritage trails, and families learned about woolly animals on Sheep & Wool Day. On July 5th, a record crowd gathered to hear “Reading Frederick Douglass.” Throughout the summer, art lovers created pieces “Inspired by Nature” and the talented Rokeby women. Museum collections care improved with the addition of a heat pump in the main residence and an HVAC monitoring system in the collections building. 

Museum staff, board members, and many volunteers are deeply committed to preserving Rokeby and expanding its influence. You are encouraged to join this effort. Find inspiration in the Robinson family’s legacy. Help safeguard Rokeby’s history, care for its remarkable collections, increase educational opportunities, and build stronger community ties.  

Together, we can imagine a promising future and shape the world around us. Please give generously.

With gratitude,

Faith Revell, Executive Director 

“a wonderful preservation of history–executed with a clear effort to balance truth and transparency in the historical record.”