Bennington, Vermont Just so much to do! The Community - Bennington, Vermont Bennington, a jumble of artsy shops and cafe's that have a jittery beat-poet buzz, spiced up with some highly regarded museums. Downtown Bennington is everything you imagine Vermont to be, from the quintessential Main Street experience from shops and restaurants to a vibrant cultural scene with live equity theater, art galleries and museums. Bennington boasts a thriving community center with a rich history, stunning architecture, locally owned shops, and small-town hospitality. Prominent in history, colleges, cafe's, world-class golf, an acclaimed healthcare center, mountains, museums, innovative industries, and a vibrant arts scene will be sure to appease any and all. The view from the 306-foot-tall Bennington Monument, built to commemorate the Patriot victory at the Battle of Bennington. A lively downtown, home of Bennington Potters and other one-of-a-kind enterprises. The SMU National Center for Arts Researc...