shelburne museum

Shelburne Museum has a special little spot in my heart. After all, it was the site of my first date with Dave! (Is there a cuter way to ask a girl out than to suggest a museum visit? I think not.) I've only been to the museum a handful of times since, but this weekend's trip was really great.

The museum was founded by Electra Webb in 1947, and is a collection not only of art and artifacts, but also historic buildings. The steamboat Ticonderoga that now sits on the property was moved two miles from the lake! The Round Barn, a museum guide told me, was transported in via helicopter. It's pretty fascinating, and you get the feeling you're wandering around in some sort of Alice in Wonderland universe. (The herb and flower gardens help that illusion.) I especially enjoyed the Ansel Adams/Edward Burtynsky exhibit, and the "Circus Day in America" blowout.

Here are some little details from my visit :)