Ethan Allen Homestead Museum and Historic Site

Anton Op de Beke

Informative and animated tour brought Ethan Allen to life. Guide very knowledgeable on botany as well as history. Historical dwelling is small and simple but adds realism to the representation of EA’s life.

Chance Dunaway

I love reading about Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys, and so when I scheduled my flight to Burlington for my trip to Norwich University's Graduation Residency week, I knew I had to find some way to stop by and see the home of Ethan Allen. Unfortunately though, I only had a very small window of time in which I could see the house. A few weeks before I arrived, I emailed the museum staff to see if there was any possibility of viewing the house after the normally scheduled tours since my flight wouldn't land until about the time the last tour started. Angie Grove, the Executive Director, emailed me back and graciously set up a time for me to have a private tour of the home. John, the volunteer tour guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Phyllis in the gift shop was also fantastic. My hats off to all of the staff and volunteers at the Ethan Allen Homestead Museum for their excellent work in preserving an important piece of our nation's history. I only wish I would have had more time to spend on the property! Thank you again for your graciousness and hospitality and I wish you continued success!

T Grasso

Visiting relatives in Burlington, I decided to go for a walk to check out this museum. When I arrived, Tom, the tour guide, was alone on duty and about to close the visitor center in order to lead a tour of the homestead and grounds. Although I hadn't planned to take the tour, I went for it and really enjoyed the backstory of Ethan Allen and his family. The commentary was lively and very interesting, mainly because it incorporated details of Ethan Allen the man and not just a recitation of his historical accomplishments. Another guide, John, I think, [his mother was from Passaic NJ] came and took over for Tom and was just as engaging in his description of life with the Allens and his descendants. There is plenty of Vermont history to scope out, but this spot is as great a place to start as anywhere else. Lovely walking paths and bike trails surround the homestead, and it's pretty close to downtown Burlington.

John Wyszniewski

Due in large part to the very charming and knowledgeable tour guide, this small historical site far surpassed my expectations. What I loved is how the guide traced Ethan Allen’s personal experience back to the founding of the state of Vermont. Being from New York, I admit knowing very little about the 14 State in the nation. However, I came away from this tour filled with many facts and details that are still with me hours later. A perfect family-friendly experience. Very COVID safe, too.