Join us for an engaging and in-depth illustrated lecture and discussion about the architecture, history, and development of Dorset and East Rupert, with specific focus on the five houses included in the companion house tour on August 2, 2025. Architectural historian Jennifer Lang and architect Bill Badger will share information about the fascinating history, design, and construction of the houses located in these contiguous communities in the upper Mettawee River Valley, beginning in the late 19th century. This program will be held at the United Church of Dorset and East Rupert, prominently located within the center of the National Register of Historic Places Dorset Village Historic District and adjacent to the green on Church Street.
You may register for the lecture only for $20, or choose to bundle the lecture and the August 2nd house tour for $50.
Dorset resident Jennifer Lang is an architectural historian and conservationist. She has worked in the historic preservation field in New York City, California, and most recently in Hong Kong, where she was the director of the graduate program in architectural conservation at Hong Kong University. Currently, Jennifer writes and consults with UNESCO and ICOMOS on historic preservation projects around the world.
Bill Badger is an experienced local architect and historian with a passion for railroads. He is president of the Rutland Railroad Historical Society and has been a board member of the Manchester Historical Society for many years. Bill’s background includes architectural history and preservation.
This talk will take place on Tuesday, July 22 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the United Church of Dorset and East Rupert.
Click here to visit the Green Mountain Academy of Lifelong Learning’s website and register.