- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Vermont, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, National & State Parks and Art Gallery.
- From Pizza Putt to Talent Skatepark, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh and South Burlington.
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Marquis Theater is a small movie theater with two small screens and one large screen that can play 3-D movies. Customers can purchase popcorn from the concession stand and have real melted butter added as a topping.
33.1 Miles
The Edgewater Gallery is an art gallery that has the goal of contributing to the local culture with vibrant exhibitions from emerging and established artists. The gallery accepts submissions from new artists.
33.2 Miles
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25 votes
1 Park Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
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A very old museum, Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History contains an array of exhibits, displays and artifacts.With antique furnishings, paintings and historical documents, the museum is ideal for families, schools and youth groups.
33.2 Miles
As a pottery studio, Montpelier Mud offers an assortment of tools for local artisans to utilize, such as pottery wheels, kilns, glazes, and more. The studio also hosts classes teaching beginning to advanced pottery making.
33.2 Miles
Stream & Brook Fly Fishing is a business offering guided fly fishing tours to individuals of all fishing skill levels. In addition to fishing trips, the business also offers fly fishing lessons, fly tying, and casting lessons.
33.4 Miles
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9 votes
Court Street at the Gamaliel Painter House, Middlebury, VT
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Featuring a historic school house, Vermont Folklife Center provides an inside glimpse of life in Vermont's past with its exhibits. The center has a variety of crafts on display from local artisans, from pottery to blankets.
33.5 Miles
A collection of Asian art, 19th century sculpture, photography, and prints are open to the public at Middlebury College Museum of Art. Events such as tours, lectures and luncheons are also offered.
33.7 Miles
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Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Road, Middlebury, VT 5753
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From antiquities to contemporary art, the collection at the Middlebury College Museum of Art represents art, photography and sculpture. Permanent and temporary exhibits are on display at the museum, which also hosts lectures, school programs and workshops.
34.2 Miles
At the Twin City Lanes, guests can go bowling, play in the arcade, or go laser tagging. The business also has a restaurant for those who wish to dine between games.
34.4 Miles
Hiking and general walking is available at the Robert Frost Wayside Trail through the dense foliage of the Green Mountains. In addition to the natural setting and views, pieces of poems by Robert Frost are placed along the trail for reading.