We would like to share with you these stirring words from Henry David Thoreau’s Wild Fruits: “What are the natural features which make a township handsome and worth going far to dwell in? A river with its waterfalls, meadows, lakes, hills, cliffs, or individual rocks, a forest and single ancient trees. Such things are beautiful. They have a high use which dollars and cents never represent. If the inhabitants of
Manchester Riverwalk
in the heart of Manchester Center, Vermont
The Bank of Bennington Foundation Grant
Thank You!
Winter on the Riverwalk
We would like to share with you these stirring words from Henry David Thoreau’s Wild Fruits: “What are the natural features which make a township handsome and worth going far to dwell in? A river with its waterfalls, meadows, lakes, hills, cliffs, or individual rocks, a forest and single ancient trees. Such things are beautiful. They have a high use which dollars and cents never represent. If the inhabitants of
Manchester Riverwalk Bridge
What Do We Want to Do? Manchester Riverwalk Association seeks to build a bridge over the West Branch of the Battenkill to connect the Town Green with Old Main Street. Why Do We Want to Build This Bridge? The Battenkill is a storied river. It is precisely why Manchester exists today. It was also key in making Manchester a favorite retreat from the cities. Today, the river is crucial to
Become a Member
Become a member of Manchester Riverwalk. Your participation and support will make this dream a reality even sooner. With your membership, you will be kept up to date on events and developments. On our work days, you can come, don your gloves, and spend a couple of hours in a beautiful Vermont setting with a hard-working, welcoming crew. Membership is very reasonable and also offers you the opportunity to vote at