Peoples, Places, and the History of the Written Word in Brattleboro, Vermont

FAIN: ZR-256766-18

Marlboro College (Marlboro, VT 05344-9888)
Lissa Ree Weinmann (Project Director: February 2017 to March 2024)

An intergenerational community project that will research and present the history of the written word in Brattleboro, VT.

The “Peoples, Places, and the History of the Written Word in Brattleboro, VT” project sets out to build community through collaborative humanities activities. Five local institutions, including a small liberal arts college, will lead multi-generational community members with varied expertise to research, organize, and make public the history of the written word in Brattleboro and its surrounding rural communities. The research will be focused on particular places, and then shared via audio recordings and plaques for walking, biking, and driving tours, as well as in handmade books, curricular materials for local schools, a website, an exhibition, and lectures and other public events. These materials will bring to light the writings and history of less documented groups, including Abenakis, African Americans, and women, as well as homesteaders, spiritualists, and abolitionists, in addition to more prominent local authors such as Rudyard Kipling and Saul Bellow. The collaborative res

Media Coverage

Downtown groups to construct mobile mimi museum (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 7/30/2017
Abstract: The project "People, places and and the history of words in Brattleboro, VT" builds a mobile mini museum for displaying exhibits and products.
URL: http://www.reformer.com/stories/words-project-debuts-unique-mobile-museum-with-lucy-speaks,521695

Vermont gets three NEH matching grants (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermontbiz
Date: 8/2/2017
Abstract: Announcement by Senator Patrick Leahy about three NEH awards to Vermont.
URL: http://www.vermontbiz.com/news/2017/august/02/vermont-gets-three-neh-matching-grants-270000

Consortium wins NEH grant for local literary history (Media Coverage)
Publication: Marlboro College website
Date: 8/25/2017
Abstract: An annoucement of the NEH Award; Marlboro College is the lead consortium member of the "People, places and the history of words in Brattleboro, VT.
URL: http://www.marlboro.edu/news/story/5104/Consortium%20Wins%20NEH%20Grant%20for%20Local%20Literary%20History

M.I.L.E.S to go (Media Coverage)
Publication: WKTV (1490) radio podcast
Date: 8/3/2017
Abstract: Local radio (WKTV 1490) morning host, Chris Lenois, interviews project participants Lissa Weinmann, Sandy Rouse and Joe Rivers about the Mobile Interactive Literary Exhibition Space. This is a mini mobile exhibition van for the project, "Peoples, places and the history of Words in Brattleboro, VT.
URL: http://wkvtradio.com/gmm/m-i-l-e-s-to-go/

Brattleboro people's places and words... (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 8/4/2017
Abstract: Story about the consortium of Brattleboro non-profits that received a three-year NEH community award.
URL: http://www.reformer.com/stories/brattleboro-peoples-places-and-words-local-consortium-wins-humanities-grant,515910

MILES: A mobile Space for Exploring the Literary Legacies of Brattleboro (Media Coverage)
Publication: IOBY
Date: 9/15/2017
Abstract: Story about the "Peoples, places and history of words..." pop-up street level mini museum.
URL: http://://www.ioby.org/project/miles-mobile-space-exploring-literary-legacies-brattleboro

Abijah and Lucy Terry Prince dedication (Media Coverage)
Publication: Literary North
Date: 11/8/2021
Abstract: Notice about the upcoming dediction of the Vermont Historic site makrer for the African American Prince family
URL: https://literarynorth.org/event-list/2021/10/19/abijah-and-lucy-terry-prince-historic-marker-dedication

Hear Their Thoughts And Their Words: Bratttleboro Words Trail Tells Regions Rich Literary History (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Howard Weiss Tisman
Publication: Vermont Public Radio
Date: 8/1/2021
Abstract: An audio and text narrative about the breath and depth of the Brattleboro Words Project Trail.
URL: https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-08-01/hear-their-thoughts-and-their-words-brattleboro-word-trail-tells-regions-rich-literary-history

At masked ceremony Brattleboro Words Project honored for its historial content. (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Gena Mangiaratti
Publication: Brattlenoro Reformer
Date: 12/2/2021
Abstract: The Vermont Historial Society Director, Steve Perkins, presents the Words Project with the Richard Hathaway Award. Perkins noted that the Project was significant for its media production incuding publications, art exhibits, dramatic works and websites.
URL: http://www.reformer.com/arts_and_culture/at-masked-ceremony-brattleboro-words-project-honored-for-historical-contributions/article_29533432-53a4-11ec-b408-8f9fd2a610c6.html

Discovering 'Print Town' in Brattleboro Words Trail (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Meg McIntyre
Publication: VT Digger
Date: 3/3/2022
Abstract: Story about Print Town book and Brattleboro Words Trail site. With photos; print copy appeared under title, "Storied Streets."
URL: https://www.sevendaysvt.com/vermont/discovering-print-town-on-the-brattleboro-words-trail/Content?oid=34998148

Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words Wins Design Award (Media Coverage)
Publication: Next Generation Indie Award
Date: 5/18/2022
Abstract: The Next Generation Indie Book Award has been awarded to Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/arts_and_culture/print-town-wins-national-recognition-from-independent-book-publishers-association/article_4ec7f40e-d6ef-11ec-8461-bb7bfbda1770.html

Brattleboro Words Project receives Hathaway Award (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Journal / The Shopper
Date: 11/5/2021
Abstract: Weekly online regional newsjournal for Vermont Okemo Valley and Southern Connecticut Valley.
URL: https://vermontjournal.com/arts-entertainment/the-brattleboro-words-projects-receives-hathaway-award/

A poem by Lucy Terry Prince (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Kristopher Radder
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 10/19/2021
Abstract: A video and news story about dedication of the Vermont State Historic Site maker recognizing the African Amercian Prince family in Guilford, Vermont. Brattleboro Words Project contributor, Shanta Lee Gander, reads an 18th century poem by Lucy Terry Prince.
URL: https://spotonvermont.com/southern-vermont/233002/the-brattleboro-words-projects-receives.html

Lucy Terry Prince: Black Pioneer and Poet (Media Coverage)
Publication: Guilford Vermont website
Date: 11/8/2021
Abstract: The Guilford Town public website hosts full story and photo about Lucy Terry Prince and her family who come to live in Guilford in the late 18th century.
URL: https://guilfordvt.com/discover-guilford/guilford-history/people-in-guilford-history/lucy-terry-prince-black-pioneer-and-poet/

Historic Marker to Honor Princes (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/13/2021
Abstract: A slate of speakers will reflect on Lucy Terry Prince, the nation's first African American poet and her husband, Abijah.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=34600

Lucy Terry Prince and Abijah Prince Historic Marker (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Community TV (BCTV)
Date: 10/19/2021
Abstract: Video and text of the Oct. 19th Prince Historic Marker event. Speakers include: Gretchen Gerzina author of the Pulitzer Prize-nominated book Mr. and Mrs. Prince: How An Extraordinary Eighteenth-Century Family Moved Out Of Slavery And Into Legend Shanta Lee Gander, Brattleboro-based artist who has written about and portrayed Lucy dramatically as an Advisory Team Member of the Brattleboro Words Trail including ongoing efforts to establish the historic marker. She performed Lucy Terry Prince’s one andonly known work, “Bars Fight.” Curtiss Reed, Executive Director of Vermont Partnership for Fairness and Diversity and founder of the Vermont African American Heritage Trail. Laura V. Trieschmann, State Historic Preservation Office. Lissa Weinmann, Brattleboro Words Trail Co-Founder and Executive Producer, who initiated the marker process with Gander Verandah Porche, poet and Guilford Selectboard Vice-chair
URL: https://www.brattleborotv.org/brattleboro-words-project/lucy-terry-prince-abijah-prince-historic-marker-101921

Vermont set to honor the state and nation's first known African American poet (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Kevin O'Connor
Publication: Vermont Digger
Date: 7/9/2021
Abstract: Story about the upcoming dedication of the Prince family of Guilford and the contempory researc by Shanta Lee Gander about 18th century African American poet, Lucy Terry Prince.
URL: https://vtdigger.org/2021/07/09/vermont-set-to-honor-the-state-and-nations-first-known-african-american-poet/

Exploring our stories landscape (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Lissa Weinmann
Publication: 118 Elliot Street Exhibition
Date: 7/20/2021
Abstract: A detailed announcement with pictures about the Brattleboro Words Project exhibit opening on May 7.
URL: https://118elliot.com/project/brattleboro-words-trail/

Download the Words Trail app (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brooks Memorial Library newsletter
Date: 5/3/2021
Abstract: Brattleboro's library newsletter announcnment about the Words Trail app.
URL: https://brookslibraryvt.org/2021/05/03/download-the-words-trail-app/

ELF Enjoy Life to the Fullest (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Brattleboro Historical Society & Steve Hooper
Publication: Keene Sentinel
Date: 7/15/2021
Abstract: Story about WWI Nurse Marion McCune Rice and exhibit as part of the Brattleboro Words Project
URL: https://www.sentinelsource.com/elf/you-have-no-idea-what-it-s-like-over-here/article_50def0a0-e4ea-11eb-878a-1fce82600996.html

Hear Their Thoughts and Their Words (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Howard Weiss Tisman
Publication: Vermont Public Radio - Vermont Edition
Date: 8/1/2021
Abstract: A profile of the Brattleboro Words Project including clips by various project authors. Subjects run from historical Bratttleboro sites of petroglyphs up to recent Nobel Prize winners. The story also mentioned the importance of publishing and printing in Brattleboro.
URL: https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-08-01/hear-their-thoughts-and-their-words-brattleboro-word-trail-tells-regions-rich-literary-history

118 To Host Exhibit and Panel Discussion (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 8/3/2021
Abstract: Story about the upcoming Aug. 6 free public event at 118 Elliot Street. The exhibit traces important milestones in Brattleboro's newspaper history. A panel of local journalists will discuss their work and challenges.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/arts_and_culture/118-elliot-to-host-journalism-exhibit-panel-discussion/article_9b28a15e-f4a0-11eb-8f60-03d37f214204.html

WTSA News for October 28, 2021 (Media Coverage)
Publication: WTSA 96.7FM Brattleboro
Date: 10/28/2021
Abstract: News story about Brattleboro Words Project Lucy Terry Prince Vermont State Historic Site marker dedication.
URL: https://wtsaradio.com/2021/10/28/wtsa-news-for-your-thursday-october-28th/

New book delves into southern Vermont's literary past -- and present (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Gena Mangiaratti
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 12/9/2020
Abstract: An in depth feature story about the Words Project book, Print Town. The story profiles various people of historic importance in Brattleboro.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/ovation/print-town-delves-into-southern-vermonts-literary-past-and-present/article_28746130-39ec-11eb-ba99-8722665a37c9.html

Words Trail to go live with Zoom launch event (Media Coverage)
Author(s):
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 12/9/2020
Abstract: A major story about the Words Trail project focusing on a Zoom program scheduled for Dec. 15 at 7PM. The Zoom launch will include stories by the community members, students and scholars that produced audio files for the Words Trail.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/ovation/print-town-delves-into-southern-vermonts-literary-past-and-present/article_28746130-39ec-11eb-ba99-8722665a37c9.html

Brattleboro Words Trail Launch (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Rose Dumaine
Publication: Deerfield Valley News
Date: 12/10/2020
Abstract: Press release about the Words Trail Project and a public invitation to the Zoom launch of the Brattleboro Words Trail on Tues. Dec, 15 at 7PM.
URL: https://www.dvalnews.com/community-events/brattleboro-words-trail-audio-tours

A literary journey (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Gena Mangiaratti & Chris Mays
Date: 11/24/2020
Abstract: A two full page story about Brattleboro Words Trail. It gives and in- depth overview of the project's audio tour of the region's writers, storytellers, characters and more.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/ovation/words-trail-a-literary-journey-through-region/article_de0643da-44f8-11eb-b4dd-3f92b64183d1.html

Mapping the Words Trail (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Kristopher Radder
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 4/21/2021
Abstract: Six photos with text showing the work of artist, Cynthia Parker-Houghton, and her clay mural of the Brattleboro Words Trail. This photo story was in preparation for the May 7 Brattleboro Words Trail exhibit opening at 118 Elliot showroom.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/local-news/mapping-the-words-trail/article_151ae9cc-a2da-11eb-b828-0bf3366c1652.html

Brattleboro Words Trails celebrates opening at 118 Elliot St. (Review)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 5/5/2021
Abstract: A multimedia exhibit at 118 Elliot celebrates the completion of the Brattleboro Words Trail, a community project consisting of audio stories linked to places in and around Brattleboro.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/ovation/brattleboro-words-trail-celebrates-completion-with-118-elliot-exhibit/article_5fa076ec-adc5-11eb-8914-3b8b9f2aaad9.html

Zoom book launch set for 'Print Town' (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 12/3/2020
Abstract: Feature story announcing a Zoom launch of the Words book project, Print Town. The story is extensive profile of the book and e-invitation to the Dec. 9 Zoom session from 7 to 8:15.
URL: https://brattlebororeformer-vt-app.newsmemory.com/?publink=07a5d6218

Book Launch: "Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words" (Media Coverage)
Publication: BrattBeat
Date: 12/3/2020
Abstract: A local community on-line calendar announces the Dec. 9th Print Town launch date and registration information.
URL: https://brattbeat.com/event/book-launch-print-town-brattleboros-legacy-of-words/

Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words LAUNCH (Media Coverage)
Publication: Daily Hampshire Gazette
Date: 12/3/2020
Abstract: Daily Northampton, MA newspaper calendar announcing launch of Print Town on Dec. 9.
URL: https://www.gazettenet.com/Events#!/details/-Print-Town-Brattleboro-s-Legacy-of-Words-LAUNCH-/8704315/2020-12-09T19

Brattleboro Print Town launch (Media Coverage)
Publication: American History of Printing Museum
Date: 12/3/2020
Abstract: The Print Town launch press release is announced on the Museum's website with a directly link to Words webpage.
URL: https://printinghistory.org/?s=Print+Town

Print Town book launches with event celebrating three-year effort (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 12/2/2020
Abstract: Three column story about the Words Project book, Print Town and launch Zoom event on Dec. 9. Story includes full listing of all authors.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=33236

Brattleboro Words Trail (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Scott Fleishman
Publication: WCAX 3 TV
Date: 10/4/2020
Abstract: On site news coverage of the Brattleboro Words Project at the dedication of the Green Street site for Nobel Peace Prize winner, Jody Williams.
URL: https://www.wcax.com/video/2020/10/05/brattleboro-words-trail/

Book on local publishing and printing to be printed locally (Media Coverage)
Publication: iBrattleboro
Date: 10/17/2020
Abstract: Press release about the Words Project book, Print Town: Legacy of Words, that will be printed locally.
URL: https://www.ibrattleboro.com/culture/books/2020/10/book-on-local-printing-and-publishing-to-be-printed-locally-partnership-announced/

Words Project book near publication (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/20/2020
Abstract: Announcement that the Words Project book, Print Town: A Legacy of Words is being printed locally and published by the Vermont Historical Society.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=33087

New (and old) Vermont Books and Authors to get you through the pandemic (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont edition
Date: 10/20/2020
Abstract: A short profile of the soon to be published, Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words. Broadcast at 12noon and 7pm.
URL: https://www.vpr.org/programs/vermont-edition?page=76&fbclid=IwAR2CtdvUfOwDJuVrcONJL9mZDYkPABcS9wdyl_nOCaDEuAeg1exBe8KJfwM#stream/0

Six New exhibits at Brattleboro Musuem and Art Center (Media Coverage)
Publication: Rutland Herald
Date: 11/1/2020
Abstract: Story about Cynthia Parker Houghton's installation at the Brattleboro Museum. Profiles her clay portraits, working drawings and map component to the Brattleboro Words Trail project.
URL: https://www.rutlandherald.com/features/vermont_arts/six-new-exhibits-at-brattleboro-museum-art-center/article_f5ebef6e-70e1-5aee-a9e9-089a1f9213ec.html

Brattleboro Museum & Art Center exhibit companion to new Words Trail (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 11/18/2020
Abstract: Clay murals and wall maps by Cynthia Parker Houghton, titled "Our Storied Landscape," reveals the new Brattleboro Words Trail.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/ovation/brattleboro-museum-art-center-exhibit-a-companion-to-new-words-trail/article_fca9016a-29d2-11eb-950d-e73a387d466c.html

Words Project adds to Brattleboro's publishing legacy (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Brattleboro Historical Soceity
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer weekend editin
Date: 11/21/2020
Abstract: Feature story about the Words project book, "Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words." It gives an in-depth profile of the range of stories in the book, which available in early December.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/history/words-project-adds-to-brattleboros-publishing-legacy/article_6c2401d0-2a90-11eb-9763-373a97fc1ba7.html

Students as Storytellers: local history with student producers (Media Coverage)
Publication: Words Project Roundtable Event
Date: 1/15/2020
Abstract: Brattleboro Middle and High School students share their experiences in learning about local history through communit- based research and audio story telling. Joe Rivers, Brattleboro Words Project Board member, is the teacher working with the students.
URL: http://brattleborowords.org/2019/12/january-2020-roundtable-students-storytellers/

Interview with Julia Ferrari, Words Project artist (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Community TV
Date: 3/30/2020
Abstract: An tv interview with Words Project artist, Julia Ferrari. The artist talks about the history of the letterpress and the Words Project, including the book.
URL: http://https://www.brattleborotv.org/here-we-are/guest-julia-ferrari

How stories inform our sense of place (Media Coverage)
Publication: www.brattleborowords.org
Date: 5/5/2020
Abstract: The May Words Project Roundtable, via Zoom, will feature Prof. William Edelglass sharing philosophic perspectives that helped shape the Words Project as a place-making practice. Edelglass is Professor Philosophy and Principal Scholar for the Words Project.
URL: http://brattleborowords.org/2020/05

Nobel Price winner returns to Brattleboro (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Scott Fleishman
Publication: WCAX TV
Date: 10/2/2020
Abstract: A WCAX TV news report from the unveiling of a plague at Brattleboro's Green Street Middle School, commemorating the Nobel Prize winner, Jody Williams. Williams attending the school from 1957-1962.
URL: https://www.wcax.com/2020/10/03/nobel-prize-winner-returns-to-brattleboro-will-be-recognized-in-historical-audio-tour-series/

Nobel laureate honored with plague (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Lissa Weinmann
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/7/2020
Abstract: Jody Williams, who has led worldwide efforts to ban land mines and autonomous killer robots, returns to the place where her journey began: an elementary school in Brattleboro.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=32989

Visualizing the region's connection with words (Review)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/14/2020
Abstract: An annoucement of "Our Stories Landscape; Revealing the Brattleboro Words Trail," a production of the Brattleboro Words Project. This production features the art work of Cynthia Parker-Houghton, and her companion piece to the Brattleboro Words Trail.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/index.php

Princes and Free Men (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brave Little State
Date: 12/19/2019
Abstract: The Befpore Your Time is a series of podcasts produced by the Vermont Historical Society (VHS) and the Vermont Humanities Council (VHC), that are about past history in Vermont. This podcast is about the Princes, an African American family in Brattleboro, whose lives and work in the late 19th century was influencial in Vermont.
URL: https://www.beforeyourtime.org/princes-and-free-men/

Telling Forgotten Stories in Daily Keene Sentinel (Media Coverage)
Publication: Keene Sentinel
Date: 1/14/2020
Abstract: Brattleboro middle and high school students discuss their research done as part of the Brattleboro Words Project. The Roundtable event will be held on January 15 at 118 Elliot Street.
URL: https://www.sentinelsource.com/elf/spotlight/telling-the-forgotten-stories/article_40bbd804-3259-11ea-9e8b-6bb8920ebd41.html

WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR BOOK PROJECT RAFFLE (Media Coverage)
Publication: BRATTLEBORO REFORMER
Date: 1/16/2020
Abstract: Three prizes awarded through the Words Book Project. Proceeds from the raffle will go towards the publication of a book about Brattleboro's printing and publishing history.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/winners-announced-for-book-project-raffle,594775?

Words Book Project plans book sale (Media Coverage)
Publication: Commons
Date: 1/22/2020
Abstract: Story about the Jan, 25 book sale to generated revenuefor the Words Book Project. Sale is from 11 to 2PM at 118 Elliot St. in Brattleboro.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=31720

Lucy Terry Prince and her enduring legacy (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Shanta Lee Gander
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 2/29/2020
Abstract: The story of African American poet and orator, Lucy Prince, who lived in Brattleboro in the late 18th century. The artlice profiles the life and work of Prince that had an important impact on local and state politics and culture.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/shanta-lee-gander-lucy-terry-prince-and-her-enduring-legacy,598565

Brattleboro Students Want to Honor Black Soldiers Lef off Civil War Monument (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Howard Weiss Tisman
Publication: Vermont Digger
Date: 1/19/2020
Abstract: Brattleboro Middle School students conduct research about Black soliders from Brattleboro who served in the Civil War. Students work with their teacher, Joe Rivers who is a member of the Brattleboro Words Project.
URL: ???????https://digg.com/2020/trump-impression-coronavirus

Events celebrate 'Something About Mary' (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 10/12/2019
Abstract: The Governor of Vermont delcares Oct. 17 to be Mary E. Wilkins Freman Day. The week will see other events featuring Freeman will be featured as part of the Brattleboro Words Project and the Brattleboro Literary Festival.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/a-weekend-of-events-celebrate-something-about-mary,587159

There's a bigger story here. (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Public Radio
Date: 10/14/2019
Abstract: Story featuring recently rediscovered petroglyphs in West River of Brattleboro. The photo os from the Brattleboro Words Project when archeologist, Annette Spauilding, presented about the petroglyphs this past August. Other Words project members are in the photo.
URL: https://www.vpr.org/post/theres-bigger-story-recently-rediscovered-petroglyphs-bring-indigenous-narrative-surface#stream/0

Toward a deeper meaning (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Arts & Living
Date: 10/4/2019
Abstract: Article is about the Brattleboro Words Project connecting people, places and history in and around Brattleboro, through community-driven research, education and audio storytelling.
URL: http://vermontartsliving.com/?p=69372

Words' Saturday Workshops December through January (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Words website
Date: 12/1/2019
Abstract: Invitation to Words Trail producers to get help with scripts, rough cuts, approach and other issues related to writing and producing audio segments for the Words Project Trail. Workshops are: Dec 7, 14, & 21; Jan 4, 11 and 18.
URL: http://brattleborowords.org/2019/12/saturday-words-workshops/

Roundtable Discussion Clarina Howard Nichols (Media Coverage)
Publication: vermongdigger.com
Date: 12/12/2019
Abstract: Words Roundtable announcement about Clarina Howard Nichols
URL: https://vtdigger.org/event/the-roundtable-discussion-series-meddling-mrs-nichols-early-brattleboro-editor-abolitionist-and-feminist-clarina-howard-nichols/

Meddling Mrs. Nichols (Media Coverage)
Publication: iBrattleboro
Date: 12/25/2019
Abstract: Words Roundtable discussion about Clarina Howard Nichols on Dec 12 at 6PM in Brooks Memorial Library. Speakers are Rolf Parker, Nancy Olson and Dan DeWalt.
URL: https://www.ibrattleboro.com/events/the-roundtable-discussion-series-meddling-mrs-nichols-early-brattleboro-editor-abolitionist-and-feminist-clarina-howard-nichols/

'Words on the Water' features stories of the Abenaki (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 8/7/2019
Abstract: The monthly Words Roundtable will be held on August 16 at the confluence of the West and Connecticut Rivers to explore the presene and celebrate conservation efforts. Scholars and others will present, "Words on the Water: Stories of Wantastegok, the West River and Abenaki Presence."
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=30815

BRATTLEBORO WORDS PROJECT (Media Coverage)
Publication: BRATTLEBORO REFORMER
Date: 8/29/2019
Abstract: The September Words Roundtable event will feature a talk and film about 19th century Brattleboro author, Mary Wilkins Freeman. Freeman was the author of of 22 short stores and 14 novels that focused on New England village life. The event will be on Sept. 19 at 7pm in the Brooks Library.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/screening-and-talk-on-acclaimed-19th-century-local-author-mary-e-wilkins-freeman,583398

Brattleboro Words Project to host Mary E. Wilkins Freeman Screening (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Digger
Date: 9/11/2019
Abstract: The September Words Project Roundtable will include a screening of the 1988 film, "The Revolt of Monther," a story written by Mary Wilkins Freeman.
URL: https://vtdigger.org/2019/09/11/the-brattleboro-words-project-to-host-mary-e-wilkins-freeman/

Local artist Cynthia Parker-Houghton chosen to design Brattleboro Words Trail map (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Digger
Date: 10/4/2019
Abstract: Cynthia Parker-Houghton will design the Words' Trail Map, a self-guided audio tour of the Brattleboro area's rich literary, publishing and printing history. Parker-Houghton is a local freelance designer, artist, muralist, guilter, costumer and puppeteer.
URL: https://vtdigger.org/2019/10/04/local-artist-cynthia-parker-houghton-chose-to-design-brattleboro-words-trail-maps/

Historic Marker unveiled for Mary Wilkins Freeman and Glenwood Academy (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Words Project et. al.
Date: 7/17/2019
Abstract: A Vermont Historic marker will be installed in West Brattleboro recognizing two local historic sites. The home of 19th century acclaimed author, Mary Wilkins Freeman will be noted, as wellas four historic schools that stood near the site.
URL: http://brattleborowords.org/2019/09/historical-marker-unveiling-for-mary-wilkins-freeman-glenwood-academy/

Honoring s literary pioneer (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/10/2019
Abstract: On October 17th, the Brattleboro Words Project and Brattleboro Literary Festival will unveil a state HIstoric Marker honoring author Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The ceremoney will kick off the 2019 Brattleboro Literary Festival. Mary W. Freeman will be celebrated at this year's festival.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=31156

Brattleboro students shine light on town's past (Media Coverage)
Publication: WCAX TV
Date: 3/1/2019
Abstract: Students at Brattleboro High School, in conjunction with the Brattleboro HIstorical Society, are creating exhibits and writing about the town history. This initiative is spearheaded by Words Project Board member and Historical Society President, Joe Rivers.
URL: https://www.wcax.com/content/news/Brattleboro-student-historians-shine-light-on-towns-past-506566471.html

Words Project Roundtable: Storytelling and family history (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 5/23/2019
Abstract: The Words May Roundtable will feature Vermont jFolklife Center's Andy Kolovos, who will tak about place-based audio storytelling. The presentatioj will include oral history recoredings of Daisy Turner and her family history in Grafton, Vermont. The event is free and open to the public.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/daisy-turner-community-storytelling-with-the-vermont-folklife-center,572738

WORDS PROJECT ROUNDTABLE POSTERS (Media Coverage)
Date: 5/23/2019
Abstract: Link to all Words Project posters for monthly Roundtable discussions.
URL: http://brattleborowords.org/roundtable-discussions/

Down town group to create mobile museum (Media Coverage)
Publication: Berkshire Eagle
Date: 7/30/2019
Abstract: Story about a grant won by the Downtown Brattleboro Alliance and the Brattleboron Literary Festival from the National Main Street/Edward Jones "Placemaking on Main Crowdfunding Challenge." The grant will fund a mini mobile museum for the Brattleboro Words Project.
URL: https://www.berkshireeagle.com/stories/downtown-groups-to-create-mobile-mini-museum,515298

Former slave who sought Vermont Governor's help focus of script (Media Coverage)
Publication: Valley News
Date: 8/8/2019
Abstract: Renowned filmmaker, Nora Jacobson, and veteran scriptwriter, Richard Wesley, will co-direct a staged reading of the script for proposed movie, "Lucy Prince Walks to Norwich." Lucy Price has been a featured historical person in the Brattleboro Words Project.
URL: https://www.vnews.com/Staged-reading-at-Briggs-for-screenplay-on-black-Vermont-heroine-27446078

Roundtable to explore the confluence of two rivers (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Brattleboro Historical Society
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 8/10/2019
Abstract: On August 16 there will be a special presentation by the Words' Roundtable about the confluence of West and Connecticut Rivers. Presenters include Annette Spaulding, local diver, Dr. Jessica Dolan, Indigenous Studies scholar and Rich Holschuh, member of the Vermont jCommission on Native American Affairs.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/roundtable-to-explore-confluence-of-two-rivers,581852?

Stephanie Greene talks about January Roundtable Event (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Stephanie Greene
Publication: Vermont Public Radio
Date: 1/9/2019
Abstract: Brattleboro Words Project member, Stephanie Greene, highlights Jan Kramer's upcoming Roundtable Discussion place-based research with her 6th grade students.
URL: http://digital.vpr.net/post/greene-lovecraft-guilford#stream/1

WORDS TRAIL ADDS AUDIO DIMENSION TO SKI JUMP (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 2/16/2019
Abstract: At this weekend's annual Harris Hill Ski Jump, the Words' Project tent will feature an audio memoir, On the Hill, by jumper Christoperh Lamb.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/ref-l-words-0212_web,565036

Local photographer's short film honors Brattleboro nurse's service in WWI (Media Coverage)
Publication: Keene Sentinel
Date: 2/25/2019
Abstract: The February Words Roundtable will feature a film about Brattleboro resident, Marion McCune Rice, and her service as a nurse during World War I.
URL: https://www.sentinelsource.com/hub/news/community_news/local-photographer-s-short-film-honors-brattleboro-nurse-s-service/article_b13facb1-fd81-517f-8bc8-606d6bbd5e0e.html

Taking the leap: Ski jumping in Vermont and New Hampshire (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Edition
Date: 2/25/2019
Abstract: A Vermont public radio show whose focus is on Vermont issues. This broadcast featured a 30 minute profile of ski jumping in Vermont and included a short segment of the Words produced audio memoir, On the Hill, by Brattleboro ski jumper Christopher Lamb.
URL: https://www.vpr.org/post/taking-leap-ski-jumping-vermont#stream/0

Award-winning short film honors local nurse's service in WWI. (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 2/27/2019
Abstract: The March Words' Roundtable will feature a film by Steven Hooper about WWI nurse, Marion McCune Rice. This event is free and open to the public. Screeing is on Thursday, March 14 at 6PM in 118 Elliot Street.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=29930

Film honors local WWI nurse (Media Coverage)
Date: 3/7/2019
Abstract: The Brattleboro Words monthly Roundtable presents Steve Hoooper's film, "An American Nurse at War." The film and discussion will be held on March 14 at 6PM in 118 Elliot Street. The event is free to the public and refreshments will be on hand.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/film-honors-local-wwi-nurse,566893

Tim Weed Radio interview (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Olga Peters
Publication: WKVT FM Radio
Date: 12/13/2018
Abstract: A radio interview with author, Tim Weed about the legand of a nortorious Scottish highwayman, Thunderbolt, and his connection to Brattleboro, VT.
URL: https://soundcloud.com/wkvtradio/check-this-out-the-round-schoolhouse-and-the-legend-of-thunderbolthttp://

(Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 12/12/2018
Abstract: Local author Tim Weed will discuss the legend of Thunderbolt and the unique Round Schoolhouse in Brookline at the Brattleboro Words Project's monthly Roundtable Discussion on Thursday, Dec. 13, 6 to 7 p.m. at 118 Elliot, 118 Elliot St. The event is free and refreshments will be served. Monthly Roundtables are a chance for the public and Project researchers to gather, swap stories and progress creating audio for the Brattleboro Words Trail.
URL: http://https://www.reformer.com/stories/words-projectthunderbolt,558836

Intrigue at 118 Elliot: Author Tim Weed to discuss Round School House (Media Coverage)
Publication: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=29523
Date: 12/12/2018
Abstract: Local author Tim Weed will discuss the legend of “Thunderbolt” and the unique Round Schoolhouse in Brookline at the Brattleboro Words Project’s monthly roundtable discussion on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 6 to 7 p.m., at 118 Elliot, across from the firehouse in downtown Brattleboro.
URL: http://www.reformer.com

Unlocking the Secrets of Our Storied Past (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Ben Riseman
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 12/19/2018
Abstract: A profile of Year One of the History of People, Places and Words in Brattleboro Project. Focus is on project progress including: working with schools and producing podcasts; writing a book about the history of publishing and printing in Brattleboro and other community initiatives.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=29550

Teacher Jen Kramer to discuss recent research on H. P. Lovecraft, ... (Media Coverage)
Publication: Commons
Date: 1/2/2019
Abstract: Teacher Jen Kramer shares her place-based research work with students around science fiction writer H. P. Lovecraft's stories.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=29585

Into the maddening mind of a horror icon (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 1/3/2019
Abstract: Master teacher Jennifer Kramer shares her place-based research with students around science fiction writer, H. P. Lovecraft's stories.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/learning-through-place-teacher-jen-kramer-discusses-recent-work-on,559442?

Brattleboro's Kipling Years (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 7/5/2018
Abstract: The July Words Roundtable discussion featured a panel discussion about the years that Rudyard Kiplng lived in Brattleboro, VT. It was between 1892 and 1896 while in Brattleboro that he wrote Just So Stories and other important works. Panelists included scholars Charles Fish and Thomas Ragle.

Exceptional early Brattleboro Literary couple featured in play (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 10/4/2018
Abstract: A play, "True as Steel" is about the 18th century Brattleboro couple, Royall Tyler and his wife Mary Palmer Tyler. Royall Tyler was a Vermont jurist and playwrite; Mary the author of book on child rearing. The play will be performed on Oct. 11 at 7:30PM in 118 Elliot Street. This is an NEH Words project initiative.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/exceptional-early-brattleboro-literary-couple-featured-in-play,552134

Literary power couple Royall and Mary Tyler (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/10/2018
Abstract: A staged reading of of the play, True as Steel," which is about 18th century Brattleboro couple, Royall and Mary Tyler. Royall was a Vermont jurist and playwrite; Mary was a published author. The performance will be on Oct. 11 at 7:30PM in 118 Elliot Street, Brattleboro.
URL: http://http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=29118

A county rich in historical resrouces: Brattleboro Words Project Roundtable (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Ceicly Easton
Date: 10/18/2018
Abstract: The October Words Project Roundtable will feature presentations by Windham County historical societies, public and college libraries that hold local history collections. The first hour will be for local teachers to talk with presenters and second hour for the public.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/a-county-rich-in-historical-resources,553418

ROUNDTABLE SPOTLIGHTS WINDHAM COUNTY'S HISTORICAL, ARCHIVAL TREASTURES (Media Coverage)
Date: 10/18/2018
Abstract: The Oct. 18 Words Project Roundtable will gather representatives who work with the unique, rare and imporant historical treasures in Windham County. This is a public event for the community and for teachers.
URL: http://http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=29127&page=1

Donations lead to "Brattleboro Words Trail" (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 11/19/2018
Abstract: State of the art digital recording sets dontated to local schools and library for use by the NEH Brattleboro Words Trail Project.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/donations-lead-to-brattleboro-words-trail,556725

Brattleboro's Printing and Publishing Heyday 1900-1970 (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 5/2/2018
Abstract: The Brattleboro Words Project opening of it second of three exhibits about the history of printing and publishing in Brattleboro.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/site05/story.php?articleno=28202&page=1

Brattleboro's Printing and Publishing Heyday 1900-1970 (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 5/2/2018
Abstract: An exhibit of rare images, books and ephemera, highlighting some of Brattleboro's major printers and publishers of the era. Also announces the showing of film, "Linotype: In Search of the Eight Wonder of the World" on May 10. This film is the fourth of the monthly NEH Words Roundtable series.
URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/site05/story.php?articleno=28202&page=1

Words Project Roundtable looks at impact of Estey Organ Co. (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Commons
Date: 5/30/2018
Abstract: A presentation by Dennis Waring of the Estey Organ Museum about the importance of the Estey Company on consumer culture in the US and internationally. Event will be on June 14 at 6PM at the Museum.
URL: http://http://www.commonsnews.org/site/site05/story.php?articleno=28320&page=1

Discussion at Estey Organ Museum (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 6/8/2018
Abstract: Brattleboro Words projet monthly Roundtable project will examine the history of the Estey Organ Company and how it helped shape American consumer culture and promote Brattoeboro internationally.
URL: http://www.reformer.com

Brattleboro's Literary History and the "Words Project" (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Mary Ide
Publication: Friends of Brooks Memorial Library Summer Newsletter
Date: 6/21/2018
Abstract: A profile of the current NEH Brattleboro Words Project, and its origins in a 2016 collaboration between the Brattleboro Historical Soceity and Friends of Brooks Library.
URL: http://https://friendsofbrookslibraryvt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/2018-Summer-newsletter.pdf

Words Roundtable Project: Royall Tyler (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 9/15/2018
Abstract: The September Words Roundtable open discussion focused on the 18th century Brattleboro resident Royall Tyler. Tyler was a playwright, journalist, Supreme Court Justice and public figure. Panelist included Royall Tyler scholar and editor, Marius B. Peladeau, and playwrights Christina Gibbons and Don McLean.
URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/spotlight-on-brattleboros-royall-tyler,550154

Shanta Lee Gander and Stephanie Greene interview (Media Coverage)
Publication: YouTube
Date: 10/11/2017
Abstract: A radio interview by WTSA host, Olga Peters, with Shanta Lee Gander about the Lucy Terry pop-up presentation, and Stephanie Greene about the Brooks Library Letterpress exhibit.
URL: http://https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6cUITDsQFCggooTyjkXcQA

Robin MacArthur's Debut Novel & People's Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro, Vermont (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer, Brattleboro Downtown Alliance
Date: 1/9/2018
Abstract: Announcement about author, Robin MacArthur and the launch of her new book. This event is also an fundraiser for the NEH supported project, People, Places and History of Words In Brattleboro, Vermont.
URL: http://brattleboro.com/words/media

Lucy Speaks: Rights, Witness, and Voice (Media Coverage)
Publication: Facebook
Date: 1/9/2018
Abstract: A program about Lucy Prince sponsored by the Office of Student Activities at Landmark College Lucy Terry Prince is considered the nation's first African American poet, who raised her family and fought for her land in Guilford, Vermont. Storyteller/writer Shanta Lee Gander will engage the audience in a conversation about rights, witness and voice through the lens of Lucy Terry Prince's life. This interactive presentation also includes a live performance of Lucy's only surviving poem, 'Bars Fight." This is a part of the Peoples, Places, and History of Words project in Brattleboro. For more info about this project, please visit: www.brattleboro.com/words/
URL: http://https://www.facebook.com/events/159565491347792/

First in our Roundtable Discussions:Words and Water Cures (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Lissa Weinmann
Publication: Facebook
Date: 1/24/2018
Abstract: Facebook notice of public invitation to community to learn more about the NEH "Peoples, places and words in the history of Brattleboro, Vermont. The focus of this discussion will be on the history of Brattleboro water cures.
URL: https://www.facebook.com/events/146134356013658/

Elementary Bookbinding and Survival Book Repair (Media Coverage)
Publication: Book Memorial Library weekly e-newsletter
Date: 1/29/2018
Abstract: Master bookbinder, Marshall Brooks, will present a workshop on bookbinding and book repair in the Brooks Library on January 31, 2018 at 7PM. Sponsored by the project, Peoples, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro, Vermont.
URL: http://brookslibraryvt.org/2-uncategorised/606-elemental-bookbinding-and-survival-book-repair

Rare 19th century water cure newspaper donated to library (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 4/11/2018
Abstract: A rare copy of the Brattleboro Hydropathic Messenger was recently donated to the Brooks Memorial Library by former library director Jerry Carbone, member of the leadership team of the Brattleboro Words Project, a National Endowment for the Humanities-backed effort led by five area nonprofits to celebrate the rich but undersung history of writing, printing, and publishing in the greater Brattleboro area.
URL: http://www.reformer.com/stories/rare-19th-century-water-cure-newspaper-donated-to-library,536925

Exploring literacy, education and culture through the words of our past. (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Jerry Carbone
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/11/2017
Abstract: Story about African American poet Lucy Terry and her legacy in Brattleboro, Vermont.
URL: http://http://www.commonsnews.org/site/site05/story.php?articleno=26999&page=1

Words project debuts unique mobile museum with 'Lucy Speaks' (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 10/11/2017
Abstract: Story about "People, places and words..." project and the Lucy Terry exhibit in the mobile mimi museum.
URL: http://www.reformer.com/stories/words-project-debuts-unique-mobile-museum-with-lucy-speaks,521695

People, places and history of words: new exploration into shared leagacy debuts with 2 exhibits (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 10/13/2017
Abstract: Story about the six member local consortium and their goals for the three year NEH project, "Peoples, places and history of words in Brattleboro, Vermont.
URL: http://http://www.reformer.com/stories/people-places-and-the-history-of-words-new-exploration-into-shared-legacy-debuts-with-2-exhibits,521929

MILES (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Literary Festival website
Date: 10/1/2017
Abstract: Story about the NEH grant, "Peoples, places and history of words in Brattleboro, Vermont." Article also profiles the Lucy Terry exhibit and tie-in with the Brattleboro Literary Festival.
URL: http://brattleboroliteraryfestival.org/donate-now/m-l-e-s/

Coalition focuses on words in Brattleboro (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Harmony Birch
Publication: Brattleboro Reformer
Date: 12/21/2017
Abstract: An extensive front page story about the "Words" coalition and its plans for the three year NEH grant project.
URL: http://www.reformer.com/stories/coalition-focuses-on-words-in-brattleboro,527628

How to Research Colorful Characters & Write Their Stories (Media Coverage)
Author(s): Rolf Parker
Publication: Peoples, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro, Vermont
Date: 11/29/2017
Abstract: Local historian and free-lance writer Rolf Parker, gives a presentation on how to do research for the "Peoples, places and the History of Words..." project.
URL: http://www.brattleboro.com/words/media/

Brattleboro to speak out in $150,000 grant for "People, Places and History of Words" (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Arts & Living
Date: 9/26/2017
Abstract: Announcement by VT Sen. Patrick Leahy about the NEH grant, "Peoples, places and history of words in Brattleboro, VT.
URL: http://vermontartsliving.com/?p=28050

Free Opening Reception: Brattleboro's Letterpress Years (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brooks Memorial Library website
Date: 10/8/2017
Abstract: Announcement of the opening of a public exhibit in the Brooks Library about Brattleboro's publishers and printers between the late 1800s to the end of the 19th century.
URL: http://brookslibraryvt.org/2.../581-free-opening-reception-brattleboro-s-letterpress-years

Lucy Terry Speaks: a mobile pop-up exhibition (Media Coverage)
Publication: Brattleboro Downtown Alliance
Date: 10/15/2017
Abstract: Story about the Lucy Terry exhibit in the mobile musuem. Lucy Terry, an African American women, was a poet and notable voice in the local community in the early 1800s.
URL: http:///www.brattleboro.com/event/lucy-speaks-a-mobile-pop-up-exhibition/

"Peoples, places and words..." (Media Coverage)
Publication: WKTV radio Green Mountain Mornings
Date: 10/16/2017
Abstract: Youtube coverage of a radio interview by Chris Lenois with Lissa Weinmann, Joe Rivers and Sandy Rouse. They talk about the project, "Peoples, places and the history of words in Brattleboro, VT.
URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lqv-0JyFEk&feature=youtu.be

Brattleboro Words unveils multi-year "People, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro, Vermont (Media Coverage)
Publication: Vermont Digger
Date: 10/3/2017
Abstract: Story about the NEH grant to a Brattleboro consortium of non-profits who are spearheading the "Peoples, Places and this history of words in Brattleboro, Vermont."
URL: http://vtdigger.org/2017/10/03/brattleboro-words-unveils-multi-year-people-places-history-words-brattleboro-vermont/#.WfzuWFynHow

Two exhibits celebrate region's literary heritage (Media Coverage)
Publication: The Commons
Date: 10/4/2017
Abstract: Story about the Brooks Memorial Library exhibition of Brattleboro publishers and printers during the late 18th and 19th century "letterpress years."
URL: http://http://www.commonsnews.org/site/site05/story.php?articleno=26945&page=1

Associated Products

Peoples, places and the history of words in Brattleboro, Vermont (Web Resource)
Title: Peoples, places and the history of words in Brattleboro, Vermont
Author: Jen Austin
Abstract: Mapping our rich writing and publishing history through collective community creativity.
Year: 2017
Primary URL: http://http://www.brattleboro.com/words/
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Downtown Alliance is current host for the NEH project website

Brattleboro's Letterpress Years (Exhibition)
Title: Brattleboro's Letterpress Years
Curator: Stephanie Greene
Abstract: On October 11, 2017 a month-long exhibit about Brattleboro's rich history of letterpress publishing opened at the Brooks Memorial Library. The public was invited to the opening reception and hands-on-activities for children were scheduled for during the month. This exhibit is the first of three more that will chronicle Brattleboro's printing and publishing history. This first exhibit included artifacts, images of letterpress operations, a gallery of key players from the times, interactive activities and a timeline of Brattleboro's rise to become a major producer of books, magazine and newspapers in Vermont.
Year: 2017
Primary URL: http://www.brattleboro.com/words/first-exhibits
Primary URL Description: The Downtown Alliance currently hosts the NEH "Words..." websit.e

M.I.L.E.S or Mobile, Interative Literary Exhibition Space (Exhibition)
Title: M.I.L.E.S or Mobile, Interative Literary Exhibition Space
Curator: Lissa Weinmann
Abstract: The Downtown Brattleboro Alliance and Brattleboro Literary Festival won a National Main Street/Edward Jones grant from the "Placemaking on Main Crowdfunding Challenge" to fund the purchase and design of an innovative, mobile 'mini museum' that hosts pop-up street-level exhibits on the unique literary history of Brattleboro. The first exhibit on display in the mobile unit was titled "Lucy Speaks: Remembering Lucy Terry Prince." Prince was the first known African American poet, former slave and eloquent adovacate for equal treatment under the law. The MILES pop-up was located on Main Street during the Brattleboro Literary Festival, October 14 and 15. Brattleboro-based storyteller and writer Shanta Lee, perfomed one of Price's poems and engaged audiences in a dialogue about Lucy Terry.
Year: 2017
Primary URL: http://brattleboroliteraryfestival.org/donate-now/m-l-e-s
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Literary Festival web [age.

Digging into Brattleboro's literary life: Tasha Tudor, Robin MacArthur and The Words Project (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Digging into Brattleboro's literary life: Tasha Tudor, Robin MacArthur and The Words Project
Writer: Olga Peters
Director: Olga Peters
Producer: Olga Peters
Abstract: A podcast of the WTSA radio interview by Olga Peters with NEHWords project, Lissa Weinmann and Amy Tudor talking about the famous Brattleboro author and illustrator, Tasha Tudor. Weinmann also talks about a January schedule evening event with author Robin MacArthur
Year: 2017
Primary URL: http://https://soundcloud.com/wkvtradio/digging-into-brattleboros-literary-life-tasha-tudor-robin-macarthur-and-the-words-project
Primary URL Description: WTSA Radio podcast
Access Model: open access
Format: Web

Brattleboro Printing and Publishing History (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Brattleboro Printing and Publishing History
Abstract: The Brattleboro Words' Roundtable Discussion series will feature an overview of the project's planned history of printing and publishing in Brattleboro. Several of the book's authors will speak, and the editor will give an update on the contents and layout of the book. The Roundtable series are held the second Thursday of each month.
Author: Write Action authors
Date: 4/12/18
Location: 118 Elliot Street, Brattleboro, VT
Primary URL: http://www.BrattleboroWordsProject.com
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Words Project website.

Words Roundtable Discussion (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Words Roundtable Discussion
Abstract: A presentation by six authors of the forthcoming book about the history of publishing and printing in Brattleboro. The presenters will provide short overviews of various aspects of Brattleboro's innovative, important and nationally recognized printing and publishing history.
Author: Arlene Distler, Mary Ide
Date: 04/12/2018
Location: 118 Elliot Street, Brattleboro, VT
Primary URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B91qrWvoDiJ6cXN6TXZvZ0hkSXJmS2VSOEdYSXhPdHN2VzF3/view
Primary URL Description: Weekly local newpaper, The Commons.

Words Roundtable Discussion (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Words Roundtable Discussion
Abstract: A People, Places and History of Words in Brattleboro project Roundtable Discussion on printing and publishing in Brattleboro. Six authors of a book on publishing and printing history of Brattleboro will discuss the focus of their work on this book. The event is free and open to the public.
Author: Arlene Distler,Mary Ide
Date: 04/12/2018
Location: 118 Elliot Street, Brattleboro, VT
Primary URL: http://www.reformer.com/stories/the-roundtable-discusses-words,536508
Primary URL Description: The Brattleboro Reformer is the daily newspaper.

People, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro (Web Resource)
Title: People, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro
Author: Reginald Wam
Abstract: Launced in April 2018, this is the new website for the project, People, Place and History of Words in Brattleboro. This page provides up-to-date information, Periscope access to public Roundtable Discussions, teacher resources, the latest news and more about the Words project.
Year: 2018
Primary URL: http://brattleborowords.org/
Primary URL Description: The People, Places and History of Words in Brattleboro revised website.

Words Roundtable Interview (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Words Roundtable Interview
Writer: Mary Ide
Producer: Olga Peters
Abstract: WKVT radio host, Olga Peters, interviews Mary Ide, Jeanne Walsh, Brooks Library, and Joe Rivers, Brattleboro Historical Society, about the Oct. 18 Words Roundtable event. The Roundtable will feature members of Windham County historical societies, public and college libraries and musems talking about their local history collections. The first hour, 5 - 6PM will be for teachers who want to find out more about Windham County local history collections; from 6 - 7PM the public is invited for a presentation.
Year: 2018
Primary URL: //https://soundcloud.com/wkvtradio/check-this-out-artifacts-historical-societies-and-chasing-stories
Primary URL Description: Podcast produced by radio station, WKVT
Access Model: WKVT radio digital podcast
Format: Digital File

People, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro (Web Resource)
Title: People, Places and the History of Words in Brattleboro
Author: Jen Austin
Author: Reg Martell
Abstract: The Brattleboro Words Project has created an interactive web site. This features various aspects of the project's self-guided, community-oriented audio tours for waking, biking and driving beginning in Brattleboro. The website also includes information about the project book, Print Town. This website is for use by the general public and project participants including researchers and students from school classrooms. Pull down pages include information about the project and its participant, potential research sites, videos of monthly public Words Roundtable discussions discussions and local media coverage.
Year: 2018
Primary URL: http://brattleborowords.org/
Primary URL Description: Website for the Brattleoboro Words Project

Harris Hill Memoir Audio Showcases Words Project (Radio/Audio Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Harris Hill Memoir Audio Showcases Words Project
Director: Lissa Weinmann
Producer: Reg Martell
Abstract: This press release announces creation of a new web page that contains audio we are showcasing to give the public attending (est 10K) the Harris Hill Ski Jump a sense of what's to come as we create our Brattleboro Words Trail, a culminating mapping of the Brattleboro Words Project (shorthand for People, Places and History of Written Word in Brat., VT). We will have a tent at the event and offer 'listening stations' to visitors who will learn of the Project and it's goals.
Date: 2/11/19
Primary URL: http://http://brattleborowords.org/project/harris-hill/
Access Model: Open Access
Format: Radio
Format: Digital File
Format: Web

Brattleboro, VT. Wesselhoef Water Cure, 1845-1848 (Article)
Title: Brattleboro, VT. Wesselhoef Water Cure, 1845-1848
Author: Jerry Carbone
Abstract: A digitally accessible list of who came to the Wesselhoeff Water Cure in Brattleboro, Vermont during years 1845-1848. Prepared by NEH Words' project board member, Jerry Carbone.
Year: 2019
Primary URL: htthttps://www.americanancestors.org/search/databasesearch/2759/brattleboro-vt-wesselhoeft-water-cure-1845-1848p://
Access Model: Open access through New England Genealogy Society
Format: Other
Publisher: New England Genealogy Society

Brattleboro Words Project (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Brattleboro Words Project
Abstract: This Brattleboro Words Project Power Point presentation was created for public presentations to explain about the NEH funded project. There are 40 separate slides with text and graphics.
Author: Lissa Weinmann
Date: 8/1/19
Location: Brattleboro, VT
Primary URL: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10Qoxa4AivIkxD8XffPxgJ93ywL7qhhGLaMVlKI1xL2k/edit#slide=id.g409838cfef_0_6
Primary URL Description: The Words Project Google doc site.

Community Building through Historical and Archival Treasures (Conference Paper/Presentation)
Title: Community Building through Historical and Archival Treasures
Author: Lissa Weinmann
Author: Rachel Onuf
Author: Howard Burrows
Author: Mary Ide
Abstract: A profile of the Brattleboro Words project presented at the annual Vermont Library Assocation conference at the University of Vermont in Burlington.. The presentation was about using archival treasures, and their stories, to faciliate community participation in a 'deep mapping' of the history of writing to create illuminating audio tours of the greater Brattleboro area.
Date: 5.22.19
Primary URL: http://www.vermontlibraries.org

Words on the Water: Stories of Wantastegok, the West River and Abenaki presence. (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Words on the Water: Stories of Wantastegok, the West River and Abenaki presence.
Abstract: A special public presentation about the West River petroghlyphs and Brattleboro's enduring Abenaki presence. Presented by Diver/Explorer Annette Spaulding, Rich Holschuih and Dr. Jessic Dolan.
Author: Reginald Martell
Date: 8.16.19
Location: West River at the Marina in Brattleboro, VT
Primary URL: http://brattleborowords.org/
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Words Project.

"Lucy Speaks" Exhibit at 2019 Guilford Fair (Exhibition)
Title: "Lucy Speaks" Exhibit at 2019 Guilford Fair
Curator: Shanta Lee Gander
Abstract: On September 1st and 2nd at the Guilford annual fair, the Brattleboro Words projet will showcase an exhibit about Lucy Terry, 18th century African American poet and Guilford landowner. A performance of Terry's work will be performed by Words' member, Shanta Lee Gander. This event is a reprise of the "Lucy Speaks" Mobile Interactive Literary Exhibition Space (MILES). There will be addition focus on other key sites on the Brattleboro Words Trail project.
Year: 2019
Primary URL: http://brattleborowords.org/2019/08/lucy-speaks-exhibit-and-other-local-literary-legends-at-the-2019-guilford-fair/
Primary URL Description: Page on the Words Project website.

WORDS ON THE WATER (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: WORDS ON THE WATER
Writer: Reg Martell
Director: Reg Martell
Producer: Brattleboro Community Television
Abstract: A Youtube/Facebook one hour video of the August 16th Words Roundtable event at the convergence of the West and Connecticut Rivers. The focus was on the importance and history of the location and area to Native Americans who lived here and used the waterways. The event was opened with words by Chief Roger Longtoe Sheehan. Over 150 people attended the event, some in boats and others landside.
Year: 2019
Primary URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxjMbC2heeI&feature=share
Primary URL Description: Words project Facebook site
Access Model: Open
Format: Digital File

Local literaryu legends explored at Guilford Fair (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Local literaryu legends explored at Guilford Fair
Abstract: The Words Project Mobile Interactive Literary Exhibition Space will present a live performance and local history stories on Sept. 1 and 2 at the annual Guilford Fair. Shanta Lee Gander will perform the works of Lucy Terry Prince, 18th century African American poet who lived in Guilford. There will also be a listening booth showcasing new audio content about sites along the Brattleboro Words Trail. The Words Trail project is researching and producing self-guided audio tours of the Brattleboro area rich history of words.
Author: Words Project
Date: 9.1.2019
Location: Gulford, Vermont
Primary URL: https://www.reformer.com/stories/local-literary-legends-explored-at-guilford-fair,583338
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Reformer, daily newspaper

PRINTMAKING, PRINTING HISTORY AND HISTORIC BRATTLEBORO (Course or Curricular Material)
Title: PRINTMAKING, PRINTING HISTORY AND HISTORIC BRATTLEBORO
Author: Julie Ferrari
Abstract: In a special offering from River Gallery School and the Brattleboro Words Project, Julia Ferrari, Co-Founder and Operator of Golganooza Letter Foundry and Press, will lead a workshop on Printmaking, Printing History and Historic Brattleboro on Sunday September 29, 2019 from 10 am to 2 pm at the River Gallery School’s Main Street Studio, 36 Main Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301.
Year: 2019
Primary URL: http://brattleborowords.org/events/
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Words Project website
Audience: General Public

Book Sale Fundraiser for Brattleboro Words Project (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Book Sale Fundraiser for Brattleboro Words Project
Abstract: This is not a funded event but rather a fundraising event to help us meet our match and was referred to in our recent request to extend our match.
Author: Desmond Peeples
Date: 1/25/20
Location: 118 Elliot
Primary URL: http://brattleborowords.org

The Voices of a Place: The Brattleboro Words Project (Blog Post)
Title: The Voices of a Place: The Brattleboro Words Project
Author: Mary Ide
Abstract: An announcement about the Brattleboro Words Project opening on October 23rd as part of the Vermont Archives Month celebration.
Date: 7.20.20
Primary URL: http://vtarchivesmonth.org
Primary URL Description: Vermont ARchives Month website
Secondary URL: http://https://vtarchivesmonth.org/2020/07/20/the-voices-of-a-place-the-brattleboro-words-project/
Blog Title: The Voices of a Place: The Brattleboro Words Project.
Website: Vermont Archives Month

Vermont Archives Month 2020 (Blog Post)
Title: Vermont Archives Month 2020
Author: Mary Ide
Abstract: The blog features two stories about the Brattleboro Words Project.
Date: 7/20/2020
Primary URL: https://vtarchivesmonth.org/blog/
Primary URL Description: Page within the Vermont Archives Month website.
Blog Title: Brattleboro Words Project and Women Win the Vote
Website: Vermont Archives Month 2020

Nobel Peace Laureate Jody Williams to Unveil New Placque at Green Street School (Public Lecture or Presentation)
Title: Nobel Peace Laureate Jody Williams to Unveil New Placque at Green Street School
Abstract: Nobel Peace Laureate Jody Williams to Unveil New Plaque at Green Street School Marks Audio Listening Site on Brattleboro Words Trail 25 September 2020 Brattleboro VT: Nobel Peace Laureate Jody Williams will return to her elementary school and the place where she grew up to unveil a plaque commemorating her 1997 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, October 2, at noon, in a small ceremony outside the Green Street School in Brattleboro, Vermont. Williams was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997 for founding and leading the International Campaign to Ban Landmines.
Author: Lissa Weinmann
Date: 9.25.20
Location: Green Street, Brattleboro, VT

Countdown to Brattleboro Words Trail starts with BMAC (Exhibition)
Title: Countdown to Brattleboro Words Trail starts with BMAC
Curator: Cynthia Houghton Parker
Abstract: The Brattleboro Words Trail exhibit will open on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Brattleboro Museum and Arts Center. The exhibition will feature Cynthia Houghton Parker's large clay installation of the Words Trail map of literary, publishing and printing sites in the area. In addition, digital copies of the Trail map, create by Parker, will also be on display.
Year: 2020
Primary URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=33098

Reclaiming Abenaki Placenames (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Reclaiming Abenaki Placenames
Writer: Donna Blackney
Producer: Donna Blackney
Abstract: Elnu Abenaki and the Retreat Farm unveiled a new sign on Route 30 across from the Farm - a site within a significant Indigenous landscape - which identifies and celebrates Wantastegok, reclaiming Native space in the Brattleboro area. Abenaki families and leaders and other local residents gathered at an outdoor ceremony. Producer Donna Blackney is working with the Brattleboro Words Trail team whose audio tours of the rich history of words in our area, Abenaki and otherwise, will be launched in October 2020.
Year: 2020
Primary URL: https://www.brattleborotv.org/brattleboro-words-project/reclaiming-abenaki-placename-wantastegok-retreat-farm-81320
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Community TV
Access Model: open access
Format: Digital File

Nobel Peach Prize Recipient Jody Williams at Green Street School (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Nobel Peach Prize Recipient Jody Williams at Green Street School
Writer: Donna Blackney
Producer: Donna Blackney
Abstract: Nobel Peace Prize recipient Jody Williams returns to Green Street School in Brattleboro for the unveiling of a plaque celebrating her activism and her school days. She answers questions from students and describes how her time at Green Street School influenced her interest in human rights. The plaque was commissioned by the Brattleboro Words Project - a community media project featuring podcasts exploring more than 50 locations and stories on the Brattleboro Words Trail, created by local volunteers.
Year: 2020
Primary URL: https://www.brattleborotv.org/brattleboro-words-project/nobel-peace-prize-recipient-jody-williams-green-street-school
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro Community TV
Access Model: open access
Format: Digital File
Format: Web

Brattleboro Trail celebrates completion with 118 Elliot Exhibit (Exhibition)
Title: Brattleboro Trail celebrates completion with 118 Elliot Exhibit
Curator: Brattleboro Words Project
Abstract: A multi media exhibit of a community project consisting of audio stories linked to places in and around Brattleboro. The exhibit also includes a clay rendition of the Words Trail map.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: https://www.reformer.com/ovation/brattleboro-words-trail-celebrates-completion-with-118-elliot-exhibit/article_5fa076ec-adc5-11eb-8914-3b8b9f2aaad9.html
Primary URL Description: Brattleboro daily newspaper.

Words Trail offers guided tour of region's literary history (Exhibition)
Title: Words Trail offers guided tour of region's literary history
Curator: Brattleboro Words Project
Abstract: The Trail is the product of a multi year NEH exploration of the People, Places and History of Words in Brattleboro and the surrounding community. The exhibit includes a clay rendering of the Trail.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: http://www.commonsnews.org/site/sitenext/story.php?articleno=33922
Primary URL Description: An independent weekly newspaper in Brattleboro.

Brattleboro Words Trail app (Computer Program)
Title: Brattleboro Words Trail app
Author: Brattleboro Words Project https://brattleboro.stqry.app/1
Abstract: The Stqry app for traveling the Words Trail.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: http://https://brattleboro.stqry.app/1
Primary URL Description: Access to Brattleboro Words Trail documentaries.
Access Model: Compter app.
Programming Language/Platform: Stqry
Source Available?: Yes

Google Play - Travel & Local (Computer Program)
Title: Google Play - Travel & Local
Author: Google Store
Abstract: Page with information and access to Brattleboro Words Trail site.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app2596&hl=en_US&gl=US
Secondary URL Description: Play Google site
Source Available?: Yes

Brattleboro Words Trail launch (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Brattleboro Words Trail launch
Writer: Brattleboro Words Project staff
Director: Brattleboro Community TV
Producer: BCTV
Abstract: Brattleboro Community TV's video of the Words Trail Zoom launch on Dec. 15, 2020 is accessible via YouTube.
Year: 2020
Primary URL: https://www.brattleborotv.org/brattleboro-places-words
Primary URL Description: BCTV
Secondary URL: http://https://www.brattleborotv.org/
Access Model: Open
Format: Digital File

One Town; Many Voices: News and Book Publishing in Brattleboro Over Time (Exhibition)
Title: One Town; Many Voices: News and Book Publishing in Brattleboro Over Time
Curator: Rolf Parker and Lissa Weinmann
Abstract: A multi-media exhibit about the Brattleboro Words Project. And a panel discussion with four local journalists who will share their experiences and the values that drive them.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: https://118elliot.com/project/august-6th-5-8pm-one-town-many-voices-news-and-book-publishing-in-brattleboro-over-time-free-530-pm-panel-thats-news-to-me-covering-brattleboro-today/
Primary URL Description: Website for the 118 Elliot St. event site.

One Town, Many Voices: News and Book Publishing in Brattleboro Over Time (Exhibition)
Title: One Town, Many Voices: News and Book Publishing in Brattleboro Over Time
Curator: Lissa Weinmann
Abstract: An August 6th opening of a multi-media exhibit of the Brattleboro Words Project Trail and Print Town Book at 118 Elliot St. Gallery. The free public event will include a panel discussion with four local journalists who will share their experiences, their values that drive them.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: https://118elliot.com/project/august-6th-5-8pm-one-town-many-voices-news-and-book-publishing-in-brattleboro-over-time-free-530-pm-panel-thats-news-to-me-covering-brattleboro-today/
Primary URL Description: 118 Elliot Street Gallery website

Panel Discussion and Overview of the Print Town Book (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Panel Discussion and Overview of the Print Town Book
Writer: Host is Olga Peters
Director: Reggie Martell
Producer: Lissa Weinmann
Abstract: A 6 minute video with clips from the October 2021 panel discussion about the book, Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words. Panelists incuded authors and editor. This was a public event at 118 Elliot Street in Brattleboro. The video features pages, graphics and photos from the book.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: https://mailchi.mp/8d958c5d64c5/short-vid-shows-print-town-is-a-great-gift
Primary URL Description: Sent to subscribers of BWP Mailchimp list.
Access Model: Mailchimp
Format: Digital File

Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words (Film/TV/Video Broadcast or Recording)
Title: Print Town: Brattleboro's Legacy of Words
Writer: Olga Peters
Director: Reg Martell
Producer: Lissa Weinmann
Abstract: This is the You Tube version of the Oct. 2021 panel discussion about the book, Print Town.
Year: 2021
Primary URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIPV18onXnY
Primary URL Description: YouTube address.
Access Model: Open
Format: Web

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