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Mission

The mission of Saint Albans Museum is to preserve and present the cultural heritage of St. Albans, Franklin County, and northwestern Vermont. We share our community stories through exhibits, education, community programs, cultural events & performances. A hub for community-based research, we elevate both the historic and present-day narratives of our local communities to highlight our contributions to the broader field of American history.

Our History

The Saint Albans Historical Society was founded in 1966 by a committee of area leaders and volunteers interested in preserving and sharing the cultural heritage of Franklin County communities. Early meetings featured lectures and slide presentations in members’ homes.

In 1971, with community support, the group purchased the former Church Street Academy and converted it into the Franklin County Museum (later the St. Albans Historical Museum, and now simply Saint Albans Museum). Situated in the county seat, our home at 9 Church Street has become a hub of community-based research to strengthen the cultural heritage of our surrounding communities.

For over 5 decades now, we have served a steadfast community venue, cultural institution, and hub of research. SAM offers educational exhibits, youth education programs, and cultural events to bring our communities together.