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A new museum, only minutes away from Frost's gravesite in Bennington, was opened in 2002 to honor America's favorite poet. Frost lived in the Stone House in South Shaftsbury, Vermont from 1920 to 1929. Here, Frost composed many of the pieces that became part of his first Pulitzer Prize winning volume New Hampshire, published in 1923, including "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening."
Built C. 1769, the house was considered historic before the Frost period. It is a rare example of colonial architecture made of native stone and timber. It has changed little since Frost's time and remains in excellent condition. The house sits on 7 acres and features many Frostian associations including stone walls, birch trees, a timbered barn and some of Frost's original apple trees. Many poignant episodes in Frost's life happened in this house.
The permanent exhibits are educational and literary covering Frost's life and art. The current special exhibit, "Robert Frost: Poetry, Prowess and Play," explores Frost's interest in sports. A new exhibit, "Robert Frost: The Women in his Life," will open in summer 2006. See the Calendar of Events for the summer programs at the Frost Museum.
Visit the Stone House on your next trip to New England. Frost is in the air!