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Vermont Institute of Natural Science

Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) mission: motivating individuals and communities to care for the environment through education, research, and avian wildlife rehabilitation. Our programs and services engage and instill …

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Vermont Teddy Bear Company

Our story started in 1981 when our founder opened a cart on Church Street in Burlington, Vermont and began selling Teddy Bears that he made in his garage. Thirty-five years …

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Village Peddler and Chocolatorium

Follow Theo the cocoa pod as he guides you through our fun, family friendly chocolate exhibit. Learning the history of chocolate, where it comes from and how it is made. …