The Brattleboro Historical Society Podcast

BHS e569-Spencer Clark and US Currency

Spencer M. Clark was born in Brattleboro. Eventually, he moved to Washington, DC and became the first Superintendent of the US Bureau of Engraving and Printing. In 1866 he placed his own image on United States currency, a five-cent note, and had the notes circulated as legal tender. US Congress had not authorized this action and a scandal ensued. This was not Spencer M. Clark’s first scandal....

BHS e568-Nellie and Patrick McCarthy, a very capable couple

Nellie and Patrick McCarthy married in St. Michael Roman Catholic Church in 1893. They were a hard-working couple and well-respected by their peers. Here's their story...

BHS e567-Hopkins, an immigrant story

The Hopkins family moved to Vermont in 1879. Both parents were immigrants and their thirteen children sought better lives in the Green Mountain State. Here's a bit of their story...

BHS e566-Municipal Center Project

After months of initial planning, the Brattleboro Historical Society Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce our latest project – bringing this town’s history out of storage and into the land of the light, with a museum. As you may know, BHS has developed exhibits and displays in numerous locations over the years and even in Montpelier at the Vermont Historical Society. This new project continues that tradition – but all in one place – Brattleboro’s own Municipal Center hallways!

BHS e565-George Aiken, Horticulturalist and Politician

In 1936 George Aiken campaigned for Vermont Governor and also wrote a book entitled, " Pioneering with Fruits and Berries". Ninety years ago he was elected to office and also operated one of the largest plant nurseries in New England. This is the story...