Reviews of President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site (Tourist Attraction)

Robert Chauvin

So beautiful and was much more than I expected! The history of this place is just unreal!

Rick Behun

the hours on April 24 are misleading ... it does not open until sometime in May

Marc Whitman

It's easy to be transported to Calvin Coolidge's humble beginnings when you visit. Plymouth Notch has maintained its (very) small town character.

jack hyatt

Will open may 31st. What we saw was nice.

Samantha Jackman

Beautiful property full of interesting things and friendly, knowledgeable staff!

Mary Hagemann

Great spot to visit lots of history beautiful grounds oh did I mention friendly sheep

Dee Chauvin

Great Historic place! Well worth the time to visit!

Angela Niemeyer

Very interesting.

Katherine R. MacLauchlan

We didn't visit the site, just went for a classical concert. The ad read like it would be kid friendly. Decidedly not. Excited girls got asked to leave. They were not 100% quiet (moving feet), but you can't grow appreciation for the arts by making kids and young mothers feel uncomfortable. The grounds were beautiful, and I'm curious about the historic site, but will have to come back without my daughter.

Suzanne Gluck

We had a great time learning about our history

Daniel L

Very interesting Museum!! It is a great place to visit with the family.

Ellen Rackley

Was very impressed! More of a period town to explore than I expected. Really enjoyed!

Judith Tirrell

Beautiful location and visitors center. Tour of the little town of Plymoth was great. Enjoyed the visit.

Tod Heineman

Lots to see and learn. One of only 2 gulf gas pumps left is here.

Boris Mizhen

Closed during the winter. But you can walk the grounds. Pretty basic, bunch of barns and a cheese store a walking distance from the parking lot.

Evan Cooper

Truly genuine historic site where children are welcome.

sandybeach6401

Sadly, I can only give 3 stars as this historic gem/tiny village wasn't very tourist-friendly. After you figure out how to get there, there is no directions for parking or where the building for tickets is located. Well, there WAS a sign that pointed in the WRONG direction. But after you figure those things out (best to ask someone working there), it really is quite a charming place, where you feel you're going back in time. I'll have to go return to explore it more now that I've found those things out and will have more time.

James

It was okay.

Chas Claus

This place was an absolute gem. For the history buff, the entire tiny town is dedicated to the life of one, particular U.S. president. It is small enough to see in a day - or even half a day - but rich enough that I would certainly visit again. For the buff whose family resents being dragged to historical sites, Plymouth Notch is about the most serene places I've ever been. Bring a good book and read it, surrounded by rolling, green hills. Or do what we did: pack a picnic lunch, supplement it with some cheese (after you watch them make it), and have a picnic next to Calvin's step-mother's flower garden.

Ricka Patterson

Great cheese. Lovely preservation of history.

Al Murray

Wonderful museum and tribute to one of our more little-known presidents. The more I learned about Calvin Coolidge the more I admired him. Unlike a typical museum, the whole village is preserved as it was in President Coolidge's day. It is very enjoyable wandering around the buildings. Don't forget to stop in the cheese shop.

Will Wood

Great tour!

J G

Best president ever.

Keven McCuller

A gem of history tucked away in the Vermont countryside.

Robert Hubbard

Worth the trip..

David Day

Great nostalgia. Well informed tour guides who teach a lot about a relatively unknown president.

Monica Solis

It wasn't open but it looked interesting and I can't wait to go back. Great location.

Pierre Germain

Great historical place and beautiful nature area

Roxana MacMarrtin

Amazing, beautiful and informative historical place! They also have a cafe for very nice lunches.

Steven Smith

More than just a presidential home - it's a small village taking us back in time.

Mary Antalan

If you enjoy history, definitely make a trip to Plymouth Notch, Vermont where the 30th President was born. We went in the afternoon on Labor Day Monday and it wasn't crowded at all. Give about an hour and a half - two hours to see everything and walk around. There is a 15 min. video at the visitor center that narrates his life and the different buildings. Otherwise there is a 40-45 min guided tour. The admission is about $10 per person and it allows you to enter all the buildings. If you go to the cheese shop there is a small museum upstairs that display the different devices used to process cheese. This can easily be missed because you walk in and see the shop, but might miss the stair case up to see what is up there. They also have cheese samples too. The only building that we didn't get to see was the church and all the woodwork inside. It happened to be closed. The drive to get to Plymouth Notch is scenic with a few small towns along the route. It is a nice day trip if you're looking for something to do.

Michael Doku

Beautiful town. Friendly people!

Stacy Ross

The surrounding area is gorgeous! This little village has been well-preserved, very nice and knowledgeable state park guides. Too bad Calvin was such a boring useless president! Or if he and his presidency were more dynamic, this place sure doesn't present that (So in that case I should have given it a lower score!)

Diane Correia

Informative, wonderful and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend!!

Janet Moses

Beautiful countryside. Friendly guides. Just a pleasant relaxing experience.

J H

I have been to over 25 presidential homes, and this was by far my favorite. You get to tour the town President Coolidge grew up in; from the house he was born in, the local cheese dairy, and the small town store where he made the cabinets that are still in use. Full of history and lots to do.

Deborah Boersma

Wonderful site. Calvin Coolidge a indeed a man of the people. Not afraid of hard work. Many original structures and furniture items.

Margaret Black

Excellent historical site which includes President Coolidge's birth home, home he grew up in, cheese factory his father started, post office his mother ran and much more. The cheese factory is small but makes some of the best local cheeses.

G Aquino

We enjoyed the three hours we spent here. Start your visit at the Visitor Center, which has exhibits on the life and times of President Coolidge and his wife Grace. It's interesting that while the President spent most of his political career in Massachusetts and DC, he held a life-long affinity to Vermont, where he was born and raised. From the Visitor Center, there are a few buildings to visit, all Coolidge-related. There's the small house where he was born, which is attached to the General Store. Next to it is the church he attended growing up. Across the street is the house where his family moved when he was four and interestingly, where he was sworn in by his father to be President, after the untimely death of President Harding. If you like cheeses, there's a store built by his father in the late 1800s that sells locally produced cheese at reasonable prices. The President's gravesite is outside the historic site but is only a short drive away along Lynds Hill Road. Check it out if you have time.

Penny Reeves

Beautiful

Andrew Bronson

Very pleasant day trip. See the past to know today

Matt McGuigan

There is a visitors center were you can buy admissions tickets and that will get you into some exclusive buildings.

KC 135

Very well done, interesting. Excellent staff, guide was knowledgeable and shared some fascinating history. A step back in time.

J Krishna Teja

Beautiful views from this place...

Adam Krell

A beautiful and well kept historical site of our 30th president's homestead. The site is remarkably preserved and full of relaxing views and interesting discoveries about Coolidge and his family. The modern information center contains a wealth of Coolidge artifacts and interactive displays for learning about his presidency. High-quality in every respect, this historical village is well worth a visit.

David Snowdon

History

kevin gorman

I am a huge history and nerd and happened to come across this place on a road trip. Needless to say, I was ecstatic and really enjoyed what this place had to offer in honoring our Past President and Nation's Historical figure.

Michael Grace-Martin

Quaint and educational

Eugene Weber

An old Vermont town preserved as Coolidge would remember.

Daniel Wright

Excellent in every way! A must see!

B Short

Had a great experience! Learned a lot about our 30th president! Great for all ages. Most of what you see is original to the property. (Shop /gift/cheese prices are very affordable) Don't miss this wonderful stop!!

Tim Randol

Quaint and peaceful. All original and in time period.

Wallace Chow

It's a quaint little village almost solely dedicated to President Coolidge. If you're a fan of his, then lots to see. We weren't but were still suitably impressed by the fall colors and pleasant countryside.

Tonian F

Amazing historical site. President Coolidge's home town is beautifully preserved

Alberto Fabris

(Translated by Google) Historical establishment even if today it is a little dilapidated. However the location and the services are satisfied (Original) Établissement historique même si aujourd'hui il est un peu délabré. Cependant l'emplacement et les services sont satisfaits

Suzanne RandomWord

Beautiful location in every season

BPZippy300

It was pretty cool.

Ryan The Wine Guy

This place was amazing! Very informative guide about the area and about President Coolidge. Some walking is required so if not the best of fit I would not recommend. Lots of great opportunities to take pictures, and a nice gift shop on site. Cell phone service might not be available.

Del Engelbrecht

Very interesting and informative

Neil P. Allen

It is historic and beautiful.

Jonathan Strackman

Have visited 3 times with my family (including kids from young up to teenage) and it is one of our favorite historic sites to visit. The general store, the homestead history, the cheese factory. And if you go in the fall, the views of foliage sweeps you back to an earlier time. Highly recommended for any time of year.

Le-Retoucherie Miami, Florida 786-280-5189

Was a beutiful open house and the welcome was warm

J Wills

Note... Site is open to walk around but the buildings are not until late May.

Elisabeth Alderden

Very interesting. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Variety of spots to see.

Bryan Kipke

It is always great to walk in the footsteps of history. A great place to see what it was like to live like Calvin Coolidge.

Gayle Murphy

History

Carol Hess

It's a trip back in time. Vermont was smart to acquire all of Plymouth Notch to preserve it for future generations. Artifacts are plentiful and belong to the Coolidge family. A must see!

norman peters

Very educational

Linda Perdue

Very informative. Nice set up. Beautiful area

Kim Lord

The history is well-preserved and it is beautiful there.

Marcy Beard

Lots of good displays, info, and variety, easy to follow and get a sense of President Coolidge's life

Thomas McClure

Super fun!!!!

James Doyle

Excellently preserved and presented childhood home of American president Calvin Coolidge, which includes the surrounding neighborhood (general store, school, church, etc.). Easy, free parking. Highly recommended.

Molly Quinn

So cool exploring a piece of history....right here in our home state!! Worth the afternoon exploring

John Rowbo

Don't miss

jim catalfamo

i thought i was going to see just a house where calvin coolidge live but come to my surprise it a tiny village. i was told by the lady behind the desk in the museum that it was around 25 people who lived here. you can even enjoy cheese cake and the cheese cake factory or get a sandwich and ice cream at the wilder house. the tour starts at the Florence cilley general store where of can buy sweets, drinks and gifts. i didn't like the older lady giving the tour. she was a nice person but didn't tell you much. also if you don't like back woods dirt roads make sure your gps is set on on unpaved roads or you will find yourself on some. one way you will need a 4 wheel drive suv so i turned around hit detour on my gps and it took me on some back woods roads a long a stream. i love these kind of roads so it was fun for me but not my passengers.

Aunt Psy

Fascinating small village from a hundred years ago. We could use old Silent Cal these days.

khadjan Subhan

It was a thrilling experience

dale keim

Much more interesting than I first thought it would be. It is however quite remote, but if you are anywhere near you should go. It is also medium good for children.

David Whitcomb

Very well done, friendly and knowledgeable staff

Nancy Klarman

Lots of interesting Calvin Coolidge history & artifacts. Beautifully maintained

boyi LIM

Paid $10 for the tour. Wasn't disappointed, very informative learning about Calvin Coolidge's upbringing and Vermont in it's earlier years.

Curtis Raye

Spend the extra 10 minutes and walk to his burial place. Plus a nice variety of history, architecture, and cheese made using a vintage process.

Bob Estes

Well organized chapter from presidential history.

Dean Golding

If your in the area, don't miss this site. Very hidden site commemorating our 30th President. Very tasteful that puts you into his era.

eric pechie

Awesome little place to stop into while exploring Plymouth

John p

This is a beautiful place to visit.. the ride is very scenic and quite. The museum is fantastic and can transport you back in time. It's nice to see where our Presidents are born

eyg gluck

Just wow. Historical charm all around. Great nice lady at front desk. Our tour guide was super funny and nice.

weishun tie

Interesting!

Mary Hughes

More delightful than expected

Yan Gu

It's a good a place to learn the American history and former president.

Jenny Creager

We spent a full morning here. The homestead of Calvin Coolidge. Gift shops, churches, old carriage house. Great history and scenery.

Jennifer Hill

Friendly and informative volunteers, lovely place to visit.

Jacob Waltemeyer

Interesting place. Learned a little about Coolidge. Got to see the room were he was sworn in.

Vgs Rajan

A good insight into the President's life and times

Eric M

The quaintest hamlet in America.

Annie Moore

Charming g village left exactly as it was in 1923.

CC me

It's interesting you learn a lot there and they gave away free samples of cheese

Maria Balletto

A great place to go to learn some history very authentic very historical

R. E. Williams

Beautiful

Chuck Strimpler

Real good overall coverage of Silent Cal and his life. All the buildings is good shape. Knowledge staff.

Samina Munawwar

A place for picnic!! Wrap up some sandwiches and water, sit on the gorgeous grounds and enjoy the tranquility.

Gregg Jarvis

Major contribution to America's growth and prosperity. Great part of American History, Anyone can be President of the USA. $7 with your AAA card

Frank A. Molgano Jr.

Great place and as plays go inexpensive.

Marianne K.

Great museum we’ve visited a few times with local history, great artifacts, and a general store with post office. Gives a fantastic picture of the life Calvin Coolidge lived and came from.

Lisa

Cool historical spot

JERRY ELEDGE

Great visit.

Mike L

A wonderful trip into the past at this former President's home, located overlooking a breath taking mountain panorama. Original town buildings with exhibits that shows life at the time. If you are a history buff or want an authentic look into days gone by, this is well worth the money spent.