In this special episode of Monument Matters, host Mike Johns talks with Scott McLaughlin, Executive Director of the Vermont Granite Museum, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Discover how this community-founded museum is preserving Vermont’s granite heritage, reviving local pride, and inspiring a new generation of artists and artisans. Learn about the challenges facing the museum, its educational outreach programs, and opportunities for monument builders to support and collaborate.
Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Monument Matters
- (00:01:46) - Vermont Granite Museum
- (00:05:11) - The Jones Brothers Granite Shed Museum
- (00:11:22) - What's a typical day at the Central Rock Museum in Vermont?
- (00:14:36) - The Norwich Museum's challenges
- (00:22:10) - The Vermont Granite Museum's appeal for support
- (00:26:05) - The Granite Festival Exhibit
- (00:29:01) - Opportunities for Monument Builders and Retailers
- (00:30:38) - The Granite Museum's mission
- (00:32:45) - Monument Matters: Vermont Granite Museum
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