56 Long St Unit 1

Situated in Central Vermont, Barre is the self-proclaimed “Granite Center of the World.” Barre residents and visitors alike can see the impact of the city’s extensive history in the granite industry at Hope Cemetery, where intricate headstones abound. Rock of Ages, the world’s largest quarry, is also in Barre as well as the Vermont History Center and the Vermont Granite Museum.

Past meets present in Barre’s downtown area, which is teeming with local businesses, delectable eateries, specialty shops, markets, salons, and more in historic buildings lined up along Main Street. Many state parks and forests surround Barre, presenting plenty of opportunities for all kinds of outdoor recreation. Barre residents have the option to watch the races at Thunder Road Speedway, catch a performance at the Barre Opera House, go antiquing, or visit the nearby Ben and Jerry’s Factory. Getting around from Barre is easy with access to U.S. 302 and I-89.