Rock River Artists
HOME
ABOUT US
MAP
PLAN YOUR VISIT
CONTACT
ARTISTS
Paul Bowen *
Sculpture + Printmaking
Kim Hartman Colligan
Printmaking
Rob Cramp *
Custom Furniture
Ellen Darrow
Drawings on Pottery
Dan DeWalt
Custom Furniture
Walter Fogg
Functional Wood Design
Richard Foye
Raku Pottery
Jim Florschutz
Sculpture
Rich Gillis
Wrought Iron Work
Bruce Marshall
Sculpture
Mariel Pitti *
Mixed Media
Leonard Ragouzeos
Painting + Drawing
Lauri Richardson *
Mosaics
Roger Sandes
Painting + Prints
Deidre Scherer
Thread on Fabric
Matt Tell
Pottery
Christine Triebert
Photography
Mary Welsh
Collage
* studio not open
  during 2010 Tour

VISIT OUR
PHOTO GALLERY
:

Flickr

Plan Your Visit

For more information, contact Roger Sandes at 802-348-7865 or rs@rogersandes.com

Getting here

The tour begins at the Old Schoolhouse at the intersection of Dover and Augur Hole Roads in South Newfane, Vermont.

From the North and South: Take I-91 to Vermont Exit 2.  Turn left at the bottom of the ramp on Western Avenue.  Proceed east on Western Avenue to Cedar Street, the 5th street on the left, 0.5 mile.  Turn left on Cedar street and follow it to its end at Route 30, 0.7 mile.  Turn left and follow Route 30 for 8.2 miles. Turn left at Williamsville Road (its name changes to Depot Road at the Dummerston-Newfane town line). Follow this road for 2 miles, until it comes to a T just after the bridge over the Rock River. Turn left at the T, on Dover Road for 2 miles. You will pass through Williamsville, over a covered bridge, and into South Newfane. The Old Schoolhouse is on the left and will be signposted.

From the East: Take Route 9 west across the Connecticut River and into Vermont, straight through the roundabout to I-91 South.  Proceed south to I-91 Exit 2.  Then follow the directions above.

From the West: Take Route 9 east to downtown Wilmington. At the traffic light turn left (North) on Route 100 (North Main Street) and follow for 3.9 miles. Turn right on East Dover Road until it comes to a T with Dover Hill Road. Turn right on Dover Hill (it becomes Dover Road when over the hill) for about 8 miles to a stop sign in the center of South Newfane. The Old Schoolhouse is across that intersection (with Augur Hole road) and will be signposted.


Places to Stay

Whether you're looking for an economical hotel room, a backwoods camp site or a country inn with mouth-watering meals and sweeping vistas, you'll find a place to lay your head in Southern Vermont. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Newfane

Four Columns Inn
This elegant country inn, located in historic and picturesque Newfane Village, offers a quintessential Vermont vacation experience. Additional work by Rock River Artists will be on display at the Four Columns during the tour.
802-365-7713

Frog Meadow Inn
A &breakfast and massage oasis for men.
802-365-7242
Toll Free: 877-365-7242

Old Newfane Inn
An historic country inn on the Newfane Common.
800-784-4427

Brattleboro

Colonial Motel
800-239-0032

Dalem's Chalet
800-462-5009

Forty Putney Road Bed & Breakfast
802-254-6268

Latchis Hotel
800-798-6301

Meadowlark Inn
800-616-6359

Dover

Deerfield Valley Inn
800-639-3588

Mountaineer Inn
800-682-4637

The Inn at Sawmill Farm
7 Crosstown Trail
West Dover, VT 05356
(802) 464-8131
www.theinnatsawmillfarm.com

West Townshend

Windham Hill Inn
800-944-4080

Putney

Putney Inn
www.putneyinn.com
57 Putney Landing Road
Putney, VT 05346-8601
(802) 387-5517



Places to Eat

Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm: Williamsville Hall will be offering sandwiches, roll-ups, hot dogs, drinks, home baked goods. The Hall is on Dover Road next to the old pink church in the center of Williamsville.

Sat. 6:15-8:15pm at the Hall: BBQ Dinner catered by the Top of the Hill Grill

During the Tour:
At the Schoolhouse - cookies and soda (Sat. only)
Newfane Cafe on Rt. 30 in Newfane - gourmet food
Hot Dog Stand on Rt. 30 at Williamsville Rd.- really good hot dogs, hamburgers and fries


After the Tour

Newfane

Four Columns InnThis elegant inn has an award-winning restaurant to match its luxuriously appointed rooms. Additional work by Rock River Artists will be on display at the Four
802-365-7713

Old Newfane InnFrench and Swiss cuisine in an historic country inn. On the Newfane Common.
800-784-4427

Brattleboro

Brattleboro Food Co-opA variety of delectable dishes, including vegan and vegetarian delights, served to order from the deli counter. Can be eaten in the casual café or wrapped to go. Best variety & value in downtown Brattleboro!
802-257-0236

Chelsea Royal DinerFresh, high-quality family fare, including homemade pie and ice cream. On Route 9 in West Brattleboro.
802-254-8399

Flat Street Brew Pub and Taproom – a fun atmosphere with hearty food and drinks
50 Main Street
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 254-6300 • (800) 798-6301

FireworksThe latest delicious addition to Brattleboro's downtown menu, featuring stone-baked pizzas prepared by Matthew Blau, formerly of the famous Max's. Call ahead! Main Street, downtown.
802-254-2073

Peter HavensContinental cuisine featuring seafood, in a casually elegant atmosphere. On Eliot Street in downtown Brattleboro. Call for reservations.
802-257-3333

Riverview CaféHighlighting fresh local produce and meats. Lovely indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the Connecticut River. Across the tracks from the train station.
802-254-9841

TJ Buckley'sThis unassuming little place is one of the finest restaurants in Vermont. Reservations are an absolute must. Eliot Street, downtown Brattleboro. Enjoy an online review and photos of this hometown treasure.
802-257-4922

Dover

The Inn at Sawmill Farm
7 Crosstown Trail
West Dover, VT 05356
(802) 464-8131
www.theinnatsawmillfarm.com

 

HomeMapContact